Black Diamond, Inc. reported that based on preliminary unaudited information, it expects to report fourth quarter 2012 total sales of approximately $48.4 million, up approximately 33 percent from $36.3 million in the year-ago quarter. It expects revenues
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Lenzing Building Jumbo Tencel Plant in Austria
Lenzing is constructing a jumbo Tencel production line at its plant in Lenzing, Austria that will go into operation in 2014. Tencel fiber's moisture management properties make it an attractive fiber for use in sportswear, outerwear, and technical tex
Cabela’s to Open Outpost Store in Waco, Texas
Cabela’s Incorporated plans to break ground this spring on a 42,000-square-foot Cabela’s Outpost store in Waco, TX for a fall opening. It will be the company’s fourth store in Texas, joining the Fort Worth, Buda and Allen…
Puma Logs Q4 Loss on Charges
Puma posted a loss in the fourth quarter as a result of charges tied to its “transformation and cost reduction program.” Boosted by double-digit sales growth in Asia and North America, Puma's consolidated sales increased by nearly 12 percent in Euro
OIA Study Estimates Outdoor Rec Spending in All 50 States
Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) released figures quantifying the economic impact of outdoor recreation in all 50 states, with a separate report for each state that tallies direct spending, jobs, salaries and tax revenue. This data demonstrates that out
MC Sports Announces Executive Changes
MC Sports announced the promotions of Rob Summerfield to EVP -chief financial officer, Dan Winchester to EVP-chief operations officer, and Irwin Wallach to SVP of store operations…
Jarden Corp. Announces 3-for-2 Stock Split
Jarden Corporation's board of directors approved a 3-for-2 stock split of its outstanding shares of common stock. Stockholders of record at the close of business on Feb. 25, 2013 will receive one additional share of Jarden common stock for every two
Invista’s Fires Up New Nylon Salt Plant in Rozenburg
Invista started production at its new, nylon salt plant, an expansion of the company’s polymer facility in Rozenburg, the Netherlands. The plant produces polymers used in functional activewear for hiking, cycling and running and other applications..
Yakima Teams with Suburu to Support Leave No Trace Center
Yakima Yakima is outfitting five Subarus with Yakima products, including rack systems, as part of its new partnership with Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics. The nonprofit, which teaches people how to enjoy the outdoors responsibly, will use the Su
Easton-Bell Sports Names Lee Chairman and CEO, Mayhew President and COO
Easton-Bell Sports, Inc., which owns the Easton, Bell, Riddell and Giro brands, appointed board member and former CEO and co-owner Terry Lee executive chairman and chief executive officer. Tim Mayhew, a managing director of Fenway Consulting Partners, LLC
Starter Brings Back Line Of NBA Jackets
G-III and the National Basketball Association (NBA) have teamed up to bring back the iconic line of NBA Starter Jackets with the unveiling of the new Starter x NBA collection. The Starter Jacket, made famous in the 1980's and 1990's, is a joint
The Conservation Alliance Ads 10 New Members
The Conservation Alliance has added 10 new members since August, 2012, further strengthening the organization as conservation opportunities flourish throughout the United States and Canada…
VF Corporation Board Elects Beam Inc CEO as Director
The board of directors of VF Corporation, the parent of North Face, Vans and many other outdoor brands, has elected Matthew J. Shattock as a director. Shattock, 50, is the president and chief executive officer of Beam Inc., one of the world’s leadin
Jones Group’s Q4 Sales Improve 8.7 Percent
The Jones Group Inc., the parent of Nine West, reported fourth-quarter revenues for the fourth quarter of 2012 were $972 million, as compared with $894 million for the fourth quarter of 2011. Revenues for the full year 2012 were $3,798 million, as compar
PVH Corp. Completes Acquisition of Speedo-Parent
PVH Corp. completed its acquisition of The Warnaco Group, Inc.. The combined company includes a diversified portfolio of iconic brands led by Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger, as well as its heritage brands – Van Heusen, IZOD, ARROW, Bass, Speedo, Olga and
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