In December 2022, Invista, owner of Cordura, celebrated its 55th anniversary of manufacturing performance fabrics. Cordura’s portfolio includes over 15 performance technologies and over “2,500-plus certified Cordura fabrics available through worldwide partners. “Since the commercialization of the fabric in 1967, the Cordura brand has worked hand-in-hand with its mill and supply chain partners to break […]
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Trerè To Introduce Biotech Base Layers To U.S. Consumers
Trerè Innovation, the sustainable apparel and footwear manufacturer based in Asola, Italy, will release its first line of 100 percent bio-based base layers in the U.S., manufactured in Pennsylvania, in fall 2023. The base layer, footwear and sock collection are part of the company’s Unleash Your Nature (UYN). A store is also scheduled to open in Boston […]
Authentic Brands Group Makes Binding Offer To Acquire Boardriders
Authentic Brands Group reported it entered a period of exclusivity and made a binding offer to purchase Boardriders, the parent of Quiksilver, Billabong, Roxy, DC Shoes, RVCA, Element, VonZipper, and Honolua. Boardrider is owned and managed by Oaktree Capital Management, L.P. Terms were not disclosed.
Benchmade Knife Company Prevails In Patent Infringement Lawsuit
Benchmade Knife Company reported securing a permanent injunction against Hogue, Inc. and Hogue Tool and Machine, Inc., prohibiting them from infringing one of Benchmade’s patents.
Nike Faces Shareholder Proposal On Worker Conditions
In a shareholder proposal released Thursday, activist shareholder platform Tulipshare requested a report from Nike on whether its policies effectively address its stated equity goals and human rights commitments.
Topgolf Callaway Adds Board Member
Topgolf Callaway Brands Corp. plans to add C. Matthew Turney, chief financial Officer of Dundon Capital Partners, to its Board of Directors.
Tifosi Expands Swank Series Sunglasses With Smirk
Tifosi Optics, the sport and lifestyle eyewear brand, launched its newest lifestyle sunglass—Smirk. Designed for everyday wear and casual outdoor activities, Smirk “is a fashionable and functional pair of durable eyewear that won’t break the bank.” A keyhole bridge and soft rectangular edges offer a more traditional look, setting the sunglass apart from Tifosi’s performance-oriented […]
Ontario Knife Co. Parent Looks For Options For USA Heritage Brand
The Servotronics, Inc. Board of Directors authorized the review of strategic alternatives for the Consumer Products Group (CPG) with the goal of enhancing shareholder value.
Gordini Welcomes Skier And Speed Flyer To Athlete Team
Gordini, the manufacturer of cold-weather gear for more than 65 years, expanded its athlete team with skier and speed flyer Michael “Bird” Shaffer. He joins Julian Carr, Gaby Palko, Rafael Pease, and Robin Van Gyn. Raised off-the-grid in the Pacific Northwest, Shaffer divides his time between the North Cascades of Washington State and Chamonix, France. […]
Noble Biomaterials To Launch Ionic+ Prism
Noble Biomaterials, the maker of antimicrobial and conductivity solutions for soft surface applications, launched Ionic+ Prism in collaboration with e.dye at the Functional Fabric Fair. Ionic+ Prism combines Noble’s Ionic+ permanent antimicrobial technology with e.dye Waterless Color System dyeing technique creates a sustainable fabric dye process that “reduces manufacturing water consumption by 85 percent.” This […]
True Religion Expanding Into China With New Retail Partner
True Religion is expanding into China with partner Aurorae Group, owner of Evisu Group. Plans are underway to open a mix of 65 freestanding stores and shop-in-shops by 2026, growing to a total of 108 by 2028.
Super League Triathlon Appoints Chief Commercial And Marketing Officer, Three Others
Super League Triathlon hired Jo Sinclair as chief commercial and marketing officer. Matt Caren was promoted to commercial director, Charlie Cook was named marketing director and Adam Leitch is now communications director.
Yamaha Marine Group Names Director Of Marine External Affairs
Yamaha Marine Group named Martin Peters, director of marine external affairs, responsible for marine sustainability, regulatory matters, government relations, and communications.
Pnuma Outdoors Hires Industry Vet As Director Of Product Development
Pnuma Outdoors hired industry veteran Joe Haddock as director of product development for Pnuma Outdoors and Heated Core, responsible for overseeing the management of product ideation through commercialization, including the Caza Camo collection.
Swing Racquet + Paddle Partners With Good to Great Tennis Academy
Swing Racquet + Paddle is coming to Raleigh, NC in 2024, and announced a partnership with the Good to Great Tennis Academy. Over the past month, Swing has reported it joined forces with Wilson Sporting Goods and celebrity chef Fabio Viviani.
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