All articles by Mattias Björklund – Page 21
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News briefsNike has a new Executive Vice President
Treasure Heinle, Nike’s Chief Talent Officer, will become the company’s new Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer on Jan. 6.
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ArticleFrasers Group to acquire South African Holdsport
Global retail group Frasers Group has announced the conclusion of an agreement to acquire Holdsport Group, one of South Africa’s leading sporting, outdoor and recreation goods companies, from Old Mutual Private Equity (“OMPE”) and Holdsport’s management. Holdsport is a diversified sports business in South Africa and Namibia. It is home ...
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ArticleKlarna made profit for second time in a row in Q3
Klarna, the AI-powered global payments network and shopping assistant, has announced its nine-month financial results. The company’s net profit in the third quarter was SEK 216 million, up 57 percent year-on-year.
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News briefsFormer Callaway Golf president hired by Oncore Innovations
Golf technology and golf ball development company Oncore Innovations, has announced that Frederick Port joins the company.
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News briefsAdidas and Mexico extends kit deal until 2034
Adidas and the FMF (Federación Mexicana de Fútbol Asociación) have jointly announced the extension of their partnership until 2034, reaffirming their commitment to the development of football.
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News briefsPuma has opened 2,300 sqm store in Las Vegas
Puma has opened its second North American flagship store in Las Vegas, at the BLVD shopping center, a 25,000-square-foot retail space with three stores.
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News briefsGymshark opens Holiday pop-up in NYC
The British fitness and clothing brand has opened its first US pop-up store in over seven years in New York City.
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News briefsArena expands its ‘Made in Italy’ eyewear production line
The Italian brand is setting up a new production facility in its Italian factory to produce swim goggles made in Italy.
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News briefsBjörn Borg grew 44% in Germany in Q3
Björn Borg’s net sales rose by 8.8% in Q3 2024, and the two categories Footwear and Sports Apparel saw year-on-year growth of 29 and 25%, respectively.
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News briefsJ.Lindeberg hires experienced MD for Central Europe
With experience from Nike, TNF and Spyder, J.Lindebergs sets hope that new MD Felix Burman will lead the way in Central Europe.
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ArticleDecathlon to expand heavily in Germany – 60 new store openings by 2027
60 new store openings and €100 million invested in new locations and modernizations. Decathlon Germany’s expansion plans until 2027 are, to say the least, massive.
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News briefsVuori has landed in Europe
After opening 70 stores in the US and e-commerce operations in Asia and Mexico, the retailer is expanding in Europe with a first flagship in London.
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News briefsXponential Fitness, Inc. appoints new member to its Board of Directors
Xponential’s newest board member has more than 25 years of experience in hospitality and franchising.
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ArticleGuillaume Meyzenq to be Salomon’s new President and CEO
An experienced executive and company veteran is taking charge at Salomon.
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ArticleActive Apparel Group secures B Corp certification
Following Arena, Allbirds and recently Bollé, Active Apparel Group has secured a B Corp certification.
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News briefsFaithful servant leaves Rip Curl after 35 years
José Farinha, a key figure at Rip Curl in Portugal, is retiring after 35 years of dedicated service.
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News briefsMacron new official kit supplier of all teams in Major League Rugby
Macron succeeds another Italian company when Kappa is leaving the MLR rugby scene.
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ArticleAdidas signs first high school women’s player
In the search for the next superstar, brands are signing sponsorship deals with even younger talent. Adidas has partnered with a 16-year-old highschool hooper for the first time.
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News briefsVolcom starts outerwear rental service
Skate and skiwear brand Volcom, part of Authentic Brands Group, has started a rental service for snowwear garments.
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News briefsXXL to conduct an underwritten rights issue to secure €60 million
The company says that the issue is fully secured and that it has also agreed with lenders to extend its loan facilities.
