YKK Corp. has developed an environmentally friendly water-repellent AquaGuard Natulon zipper. Beginning this month, YKK will spend about one year gradually replacing its conventional water-repellent AquaGuard zipper with the environmentally-friendly AquaGuard Natulon zipper with tape made from recycled PET plastic. The AquaGuard zipper, launched in 2002, has a polyurethane laminated water-repellent tape. For the recently developed […]
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YKK Develops AquaGuard Natulon, An Environmentally Friendly Water-Repellent Zipper
YKK Corp. has developed an environmentally friendly water-repellent AquaGuard Natulon zipper. Beginning this month, YKK will spend about one year gradually replacing its conventional water-repellent AquaGuard zipper with the environmentally-friendly AquaGuard Natulon zipper with tape made from recycled PET plastic. The AquaGuard zipper, launched in 2002, has a polyurethane laminated water-repellent tape. For the recently developed […]
Year-Over-Year Retail Sales Growth Continues In September
The U.S. Census Bureau said overall retail sales in September were unchanged from August but up 8.2 percent year-over-year. That compared with increases of 0.4 percent month-over-month and 9.4 percent year-over-year in August.
EXEC: Columbia Sportswear Aims To “Double Down” On Wholesale Growth
At Columbia Sportswear’s Investor Day, Tim Sheerin, SVP, global wholesale, Columbia said the outdoor brand plans to ”double down” on wholesale growth even as numerous other active lifestyle brands emphasize DTC initiatives. He said, “Retail partners make great connections to a broad consumer base.”
Thule Warns Of Lower Profits As Bike Market Weakens
Thule quantified its September announcement that the excess of inventory in Europe and North America would negatively impact its top line. Third-quarter sales are expected to decline 25 percent.
EXEC: Athletic’s Appeal Continues Strong With Teens
Athletic categories again delivered strong mindshare among teens with athletic footwear gaining share among females, according to Piper Sandler’s 44th Semi-Annual Generation Z Fall 2022 Survey. Nike and Lululemon were the most popular brands among teens in the active lifestyle space. Other popular brands included Converse, Crocs, Shein, On, and PacSun, while Vans, Adidas and Under Armour lost ground with teens.
Alterra Mountain’s Debt Ratings Upgraded
S&P Global Ratings raised its issuer credit rating on Alterra Mountain Co. to ‘B+’ from ‘B’ due to its improving leverage. S&P said it believes Alterra Mountain Co. will be able to sustain total leverage well below 6x even though S&P’S baseline assumption is for the U.S. economy to enter a shallow recession in early 2023.
Houdini Establishes U.S. Office In Portland, Bolsters Leadership Team
Houdini, the Swedish outdoor brand, hired Niclas Bornling as GM, North America, and Brian Anthony as head of sales and merchandising. Both work from its Portland, OR headquarters.
EXEC: The North Face Eyes New Growth Targets
At VF Corp.’s Investor Day, Nicole Otto, global brand president, The North Face, highlighted major growth plans for trail/hike, footwear and owned stores while unveiling the brand’s new mission statement expected to guide growth over the next five years.
VF Names Global President, Dickies
VF Corp. promoted Lance Meller to global brand president, Dickies. The company announced the hire during its recent Investor Day meeting.
Sherwood Hockey Hires First Fashion Stylist
Sherwood Hockey, the Canadian manufacturer of ice hockey equipment, announced it hired Kesha McLeod as style director.
CFDA Elects New Chairman
The Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) announced that Thom Browne will become its new chairman, effective January 1, 2023. The CFDA Board of Directors unanimously elected the designer to the role for a two-year term.
Smith Launches I/O MAG Imprint 3D Goggle For W22/23
Smith, the manufacturer of snow goggles, relaunched its Imprint 3D Technology for Winter 2022/23. Imprint 3D Technology addresses a wide range of face shapes and features while eliminating a one-size fits all approach. The custom experience offers increased all-day comfort, elimination of light leaks due to improper fit, removal of pressure points or hot spots, […]
Smith Launches I/O MAG Imprint 3D Goggle For W22/23
Smith, the manufacturer of snow goggles, relaunched its Imprint 3D Technology for Winter 2022/23. Imprint 3D Technology addresses a wide range of face shapes and features while eliminating a one-size fits all approach. The custom experience offers increased all-day comfort, elimination of light leaks due to improper fit, removal of pressure points or hot spots, […]
KOA Makes New Hires To Executive Team
Kampgrounds of America, Inc. hired Eric Rathburn as vice president of real estate development of the Owned and Operated Assets of KOA and Emily Cross as in-house legal counsel.
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