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Lodging At Southeast Destinations Continuing Strong This Winter

Destinations in the Florida Panhandle along with resorts in coastal Georgia and South Carolina are tracking impressive results this winter season through the end of January, according to the most recent data released by DestiMetrics, a division of Inntopia, in its Monthly Market Briefing.

CZG Acquires Colt Holding Company

Ceska Zbrojovka Group, CZG, said it signed a definitive agreement to acquire 100 percent of the outstanding equity interest in Colt Holding Company LLC, the parent company of U.S. firearms manufacturer, Colt’s Manufacturing Company LLC as well as its Canadian subsidiary, Colt Canada Corporation.

New Zealand Merino Company Launches 100 Percent Regenerative Wool Platform In Partnership With Allbirds, Icebreaker And Smartwool

The New Zealand Merino Company (NZM) and brands Allbirds, Icebreaker, and Smartwool announced they are working collectively with 167 sheep growers to create the first regenerative wool platform that represents 2.4 million acres in New Zealand to tackle the impact of the global fashion industry which is responsible for 10 percent of annual greenhouse gas emissions worldwide.

Shimano’s Earnings Climb In 2020

Shimano reported net income increased 22.5 percent in 2020 as sales grew 4.1 percent. The Japanese-based sporting goods company said the year benefited from “interest in bicycles and fishing that can avoid closed, crowded and close-contact environment boosted demand.” 

AKTI Expands Anti-Counterfeiting Committee’s Role

The American Knife & Tool Institute (AKTI) recently expanded on its Anti-Counterfeiting Committee’s role to centralize how other industry concerns and issues are addressed for members, the knife industry and knife consumers within the nonprofit association.

NSSF Adds Two Board Members

NSSF, the trade association for the firearm industry, has added Laurie Lipsey Aronson and Marvin C. (Marty) Daniel to its Board of Governors.

Firearms Trade Expert Joins Orchid

Orchid announced the appointment of Michael Andersen to the position of director of regulatory services. In this capacity, Andersen will lead Orchid’s international trade practice and will fulfill client needs related to ATF compliance, import/export licensing and firearm e-commerce regulations.

Clarus Sees 23 Percent Q4 Revenue Gain

Clarus Corp said it expects sales in the fourth quarter of 2020 to be approximately $75.0 million, a 23 percent increase year-over-year and ahead of guidance. Excluding the acquisition of Barnes, sales grew 12 percent.