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ArticleInvestment company acquires Aqualung Group
Barings, a global investment manager, has entered into exclusive discussions to acquire 100 percent of Aqualung Group, owner of the Aqualung, Apeks, Aquasphere, Omer, Military Professional, Stohlquist and U.S. Divers brands of diving equipment and water sports. Aqualung, the Group’s best-known brand, pioneered the development of modern diving equipment in ...
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Case StudyIn a bid to unlock market value, Vista Outdoor plans to split into two separate companies
The fact that the ammunition and outdoor segments have developed so differently seems to justify a split of companies at Vista Outdoor.
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News briefsSIMA plans consumer exhibition at Huntington Beach
The Surf Industry Members Association (SIMA) has announced plans to organize a consumer exhibition, called SURFscape, on surfing and adjacent adventures in the U.S. The two-day show includes equipment tests and workshops, offering a “total brand and product experience.” The first Surfscape will be held on April 29-30, 2023, in ...
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News briefsArena appoints global marketing and trade marketing director
Arena, the Italian swimming specialist, has hired Kamila Pilwein as global marketing & trade marketing director. Reporting to deputy CEO Giuseppe Musciacchio, her task is to lead the development of innovative marketing strategies for B2C and B2B channels to ensure a best-in-class multichannel experience for consumers in the core business ...
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News briefsAqualung Group appoints new president for its North America business
Source: Aqualung Group Scott Rittschof Aqualung Group, owner of the Aqualung, Apeks, Aquasphere, Omer, Military Professional, Stohlquist and U.S. Divers dive equipment and watersports brands, has named Scott Rittschof president of its North American business. His appointment, effective Aug. 15, marks the beginning of a new phase ...
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ArticleShimano sees strong H1 demand despite “cooling down” signs
Shimano reported a 22.4 percent increase in net income to 68,558 million Japanese yen (€491.6m) for the six months ended June 30. Operating income was 15.7 percent higher for the period at ¥80,909 million (580.2m) versus ¥69,922 million in the year-ago period. Pearl Izumi U.S. was excluded from the reported ...
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News briefsScuba diving equipment market to post CAGR of 3% by 2024
The scuba diving equipment market is expected to post a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3 percent in the 2019-2024 period, according to a new report by global technology research and advisory firm Technavio. Growth is being driven by the rising popularity of water sports in general and the ...
