Under Armour, Canada Goose, Helly Hansen and Puma have followed Nike in suspending operations in Russia in response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
As reported on March, 3, Nike, Inc. said it would temporarily close all its owned stores in Russia. The brand also donated $1 million to UNICEF and the International Rescue Committee to support relief efforts.
Under Armour said it stopped shipments into Russia. The brand said in a statement, “Like the rest of the world, we are shocked and saddened by Russia’s unprovoked attack on Ukraine. At Under Armour, one of our values is Stand for Equality. We believe in the power of democracy, the ultimate team sport. We are partnering with humanitarian groups to provide what is needed for those displaced and have also stopped all shipments into our sales channels in Russia. We are proud to stand with Ukraine against Russia’s attack on their democracy and will do what we can as a global company where standing for equality matters.”
Puma said on Saturday it suspended operations at all its stores in Russia. Puma, which has 100 stores in Russia, had already stopped deliveries to Russia following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Puma also joined in on ending business by suspending operations at its 100 stores in the country, according to Reuters. The company also previously ended deliveries.
“Less than four percent” of the German sportswear company’s revenue came from Russia, a spokeswoman for Puma told AFP, with the global figure coming to 6.8 billion euros ($7.4 billion) in 2021. Puma will “continue to pay the full salary of our employees” at “more than 100” retail locations across the country, the spokeswoman said.
Adidas, on March 1, announced the suspension of its partnership with the Russian Football Union with immediate effect, joining FIFA and UEFA, who suspended Russian clubs and national teams from all competitions until further notice.
Canadian Tire Corporation (CTC) on Friday announced it would temporarily suspend its Helly Hansen operations in Russia, which include its retail stores, e-commerce site and product shipments.
“The conflict between Russia and Ukraine is tragic and deeply concerning, and CTC’s priority will continue to be protecting the safety and well-being of its employees. During this temporary pause in operations, store employees will continue to be paid and supported and the company will continue to honor its commercial obligations,” said CTC.
Helly Hansen operates 41 retail locations and employs over 300 people in Russia.
Canadian Tire is also making a $200,000 donation to the Red Cross’ Ukraine Humanitarian Crisis Appeal. The company is also committing up to $500,000 in support of the thousands of Ukrainian refugees who will be arriving in Canada. In addition, CTC’s retail locations across the country will be collecting donations for the Red Cross’ Ukraine Humanitarian Crisis Appeal.
Canada Goose said on March 2 it decided to suspend all wholesale and e-commerce sales to Russia. Through the Canada Goose Response Program, the brand is also donating $100,000 CAD to the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) who are leading global humanitarian efforts in the region.
The company said in a statement, “Canada Goose is deeply concerned by the conflict unfolding in Ukraine. We stand with all of those who are impacted by the violence. We are supporting humanitarian efforts, providing aid to assist with the refugee crisis, and taking further actions to help.”
