Nike invests in future of women’s sport
March 21, 2022 8:29 amNike has invested in the future of women’s sport by launching a new initiative aimed at nurturing more meaningful relationships with athletes. The Nike Athlete Think... View Article
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Angling Direct European distribution centre now fully operational
March 16, 2022 8:24 amFishing tackle retailer Angling Direct has announced that its new European distribution centre is now fully operational. The company said the 3,940 square metre facility in... View Article
ABG expands Reebok’s footprint in Canada through new SportChek deal
March 11, 2022 7:48 amFollowing its acquisition of Reebok, Authentic Brands Group has embarked on an expanded partnership with multichannel retailer SportChek as part of plans to extend the footwear... View Article
Lululemon launches first footwear collection
March 9, 2022 8:27 amLululemon has entered the women’s footwear category as it looks to provide a “head-to-toe” offering for customers. This has included launching its debut ‘Blissfeel’ running shoe... View Article
Authentic Brands Group completes purchase of Reebok
March 4, 2022 8:21 amAuthentic Brands Group has completed its purchase of Reebok from Adidas in what is its largest acquisition to date. In a statement, ABG said it will... View Article
Puma calls for 500 people to take part in biodegradability experiment for RE:SUEDE
March 4, 2022 8:17 amSportswear brand Puma is looking to recruit 500 people in Germany to act as brand ambassadors alongside Cara Delevingne and Raphaël Varane by testing its new... View Article
Adidas names Alasdhair Willis as chief creative officer
March 3, 2022 10:53 amAdidas has appointed Alasdhair Willis to the role of chief creative officer. Willis has a long-standing connection to Adidas, which dates back to 2005, through his... View Article
JD Sports appoints senior independent director
February 28, 2022 10:45 amJD Sports has announced that it has appointed Kath Smith as senior independent director and chair of its nominations committee. Having joined the board in 2019,... View Article
Angling Direct posts strong full year sales uplift
February 22, 2022 8:37 amAngling Direct has said it expects to post a 7.2% year-on-year increase in full year revenue to £72.5 million. In the year to 31 January, total... View Article
