Business news : No innovation in sport business without digital?

Chips in equipment, sensors in textiles, smartphone apps ... At Inosport, annual event dedicated to innovation in sport and recreation industry not imagine the future without digital.

Digital weaves its web ... including in the sports and leisure industry. At Inosport the annual meeting dedicated to innovation in this sector, held on Thursday, June 13 at Voiron (Isère), industrial demonstrated. Hard to imagine now capture new targets or upgrade without using ICT. "Digital is something absolutely crucial: it is completely part of the environment today," asserts the godfather of Pascal Morand, director of the Institute for Innovation and Competitiveness i7 event.

First, relatively easy to apply: use in services developed by industry. The example of Nike, which has placed her shoes in a connected chip, is cited as a model. "The equipment enhances its image by positioning itself as technical guarantee in the market," said Gerald Crescione, co-founder of the agency Differential Marketing. Which also receives other challenges connected objects meet in the sport. The performance measurement can be communicated on social networks, transforming the consumer "ambassador" for the brand. And also creates a direct link with the customer, getting rid of the traditional means of distribution. While gathering multitudes of data about its customers ...

Rossignol plays on social networks

Strategy deployed by Rossignol with the launch of its first application on Smartphone "Ski Pursuit" in January 2012. The Grenoble group intends to "take advantage of the interconnectivity to create a link with the consumer," announces Sylvain Noailly, vice president of marketing and business development of the ski manufacturer. With "consideration: that the consumer is willing to give some information about him, so that the relationship brings value added in time." It is therefore not surprising that the application has been downloaded over 100,000 times, is now connected to Facebook.

Still resistance to change

Innovation through ICT however rubs still resistance to change companies. Because everybody is not ready, as Rossignol, to agree not to file patents to protect its traditional applications - "it is a waste of time, then it must go always go faster," justifies Damien Hars, web marketing manager ski manufacturer. CEA Leti, Coralie Gallis, charged with accelerating the transfer of innovation to industry, must also deal with the reluctance of companies to integrate their products into its biosensors.

This innovation - to measure many physiological parameters and make tissues or medical devices "smart" - she meets a sufficient market, ask the manufacturers? Some, such as the manufacturer of dressings Urgo, nevertheless took the risk, knowing that such a partnership would allow them to differentiate themselves even more in their market. The more cautious wait probably next creation Primo 1D - spin-off from CEA Leti dedicated to the integration of LED and RFID chips in textiles, to verify the authenticity of a brand for example - to get started.

A pool of innovation through the digital

But, in the Rhône-Alpes area more than elsewhere, industrial sport and leisure are no longer alone to innovate through the digital. They have in effect using clusters and Minalogic Techtera (dedicated to textiles and flexible materials, which makes ICT embedded in textiles a priority), or cluster Sporaltec specializing in innovation .

No wonder, therefore, that the company Cityzen Sciences, specializing in textiles connected, has managed to mount the Smart Sensing project. Supported by a public-private consortium of electronics specialists, sports or textiles, it aims to miniaturize physiological sensors and motion in order to fit into the clothes. AS Saint Etienne and Stade Toulousain have already agreed to play guinea pigs. We can not wait to see the result ...

Gaëlle Fleitour in Voiron through usine-digitale.fr

Web news : Bosch e-bike system with a revised performance network

Improved navigation and clearer display are the vertices of the Website relaunch of Bosch e-bike system.

For several days, the newly designed website of Bosch eBike System online. The site provides users with detailed information in new design that are processed clearer. An optimized navigation structure makes surfing easier and finding information easier. In the future, you quickly find the nearest Bosch eBike dealer or specially certified Bosch eBike Experts nearby. We learn which brands obstruct Bosch drives or can load user manuals and brochures down. The individual components of the Bosch eBike system are described in detail on the new website and with all details. Latest pictures and images of numerous fairs, components or actions such as the eEurope 2013 tour are also available online.  

New is the menu item "Company", which background information about Bosch eBike System and its history are available. The dealer portal is still accessible via the homepage of the site.
www.bosch-ebike.de

Source Boasch through Radmarkt.de

Business people : Skullcandy Loses Two Execs

Aaron Behle

Aaron Behle, Skullcandy, Inc.'s VP, international sales and Nate Morley, the company's VP, global marketing, both notified management of the company on June 20, that they would not be relocating to the company's headquarters in Park City, Utah in order to pursue other opportunities.

The news of their exits was included in a Securities & Exchange filing, and was related to the previously announced consolidation of the offices of Skullcandy.

In the filing, Skullcandy said it deemed their resignation in connection with the consolidation of the offices to be an effective termination without cause, entitling both individuals to the severance payments and other benefits set forth in their offer letters.

To facilitate an orderly transition, Behle has agreed to continue in his role as VP, international sales until August 9 and Morley agreed to continue in his role until Sept. 3, 2013.

As previously disclosed on June 17, 2013, Kyle Wescoat notified the company of his intention to resign from his position as senior vice president and chief financial officer in order to pursue other opportunities closer to his home in Southern California. To facilitate an orderly transition, Wescoat has agreed to continue in his role until Oct. 4.

Source Skullcandy through SportsOneSource

Business news : Merckx again in Sweden

Since June manages Bicycle Heroes re-launch of the classic racer Mark Eddy Merckx in the North.

Michel Bracké, tired of the telecommunications industry after building up the Nokia Benelux, wanted to bet everything on one of his great passions, cycling. Today, a year later, he is ready to ride through new own label Bicycle Heroes. With a couple of brands in our portfolio, one being the classic Eddy Merckx, he has begun to build distribution in Scandinavia.

Michel believes that there is room for more brands in Sweden.

- Bike is still good here in the Nordic countries with a market of 20 million people and a growing interest in the sport. Michel is probably quite right background to Eddy Merckx this time to have a successful trip in Sweden. Michel is like Eddy a cycling Belgians basically.

- Eddy Merckx is not only the top bikes but have models from almost ten thousand and up. Above all, the brand's strength rigid bikes, says Michel as saying that the former Tour de France winner still involved in the development.

To broaden Bicycle Heroes Michel chosen to take up the brand Chiru Bikes. The French brand is focusing its development on endurance mountain bikes with frames made of carbon fiber. Michel says that just Eddy Merckx and Chiru Bikes originality is brand strength in the Bicycle Heroes Nordic venture.

- Here in Sweden, many bike shops around the same brands: Scott, Specialized, Bianchi bit and Nishiki. Big brands are everywhere and where the final consumer compare prices. With these brands, we can offer quality bikes, specialists in their niche that you can make money for traders said Michel which has a first target clearly.

- I want to build up a network of 15-20 stores that fit with the brands. The stores should invest in quality and be able to sell at a higher level.

Bicycle Heroes have even distribution of French wheel brand Asterion. The focus of Asterion is quality wheels built in Italy and France.

Published 2013-06-20

Source SportFack ( Sweden )

Mobile applications : Gogal Publishing Company announces the first smart phone app designed specifically for Pennsylvania anglers.

The GPS Fishing Guide to Pennsylvania features an interactive GPS fishing map displayed over roads, satellite images or seamless 7.5 minute USGS topographic maps. Streams and lakes are color coded to highlight those waters offering quality fishing opportunities with every stream in Pennsylvania included.

Integrated GPS functions allow users to view their current location, record custom waypoints, target destinations, receive turn-by-turn driving directions and use their phone as a handheld GPS. Distance and compass bearing to targeted destinations are calculated and displayed to aid in navigation. When no phone coverage is available, maps can be stored in advance for offline use.

Almost 5000 predefined fishing destinations can be searched and targeted for turn-by-turn navigation. Each destination includes a detailed listing of fish species, fishing regulations, ramp information, boating regulations, seasons, size and creel limits. Search menus enable users to target destinations by water name, stream section, fish species, fishing regulation, boat ramps or boat motor limits. All search results arereturned in distance order from the user’s current location. For travel planning, search results can also be set to list in distance order from any town in Pennsylvania and results can be saved to favorites for later recall.

“As a Pennsylvania angler,” commented Mike Gogal, company president, ” I wanted to create an interactive phone experience for Pennsylvania fishermen incorporating the best aspects of the Fish Commission’s website, quality fishing maps, and the power of GPS in one single fishing tool for smart phone users.”

While the app is primarily designed for Pennsylvania’s anglers, it includes nationwide topographic map coverage and both custom waypoints and GPS navigation can be used throughout the US.
The GPS Fishing Guide to PA is now available on iPhone and Android for $24.99. Search, “GPS Fishing Guide to PA”, on the App Store or Google Play. The price includes free updates and no additional fees or subscriptions are required.

A no obligation, Free Trial Version of the GPS Fishing Guide to PA for Android is also available on Google Play. The free trial allows the use of all of the app’s functions for a period of three days.

About the Company
Gogal Publishing Company specializes in GPS enabled applications for iPhone, Android, and Garmin GPS devices. Gogal Publishing is the official app developer of The Pennsylvania Game Commission and Ballpark Digest.

Source press release by Gogal Publishing:

Award : Gregory Names Egan & Associates LLC as Sales Agency of the Year

Salt Lake City, Utah, Jun 24, 2013 -
Gregory, the world’s leading pack maker for over 35 years, has named Egan & Associates LLC as its Sales Agency of the Year for 2012. Awarded at the company’s North American sales meeting in May in Salt Lake City, the annual honor signifies top performance in several categories.

“David Egan and his group are exemplary sales reps and have helped us grow our business significantly in the Northwest,” states John Pieper, Sales Director at Gregory. “In addition to sales growth, Egan & Associates are highly active with local events and promotions in their territory and provide great communication and reporting back to our product, marketing, and sales teams. More than just a sales force, they are great brand ambassadors for Gregory and we are fortunate to have them as part our team.”

Egan & Associates LLC, currently rebranding as Perpetual Motion NW, brings 26 years of Gregory experience to the Pacific Northwest territory that they manage. This sales agency award is presented annually to the rep group with the most notable sales performance and most exemplary respresentation of the Gregory brand to dealers, customers, and the public. To celebrate, the extended Gregory family journeyed out to a remote western Utah mountain range to explore the canyons and the iconic Salt Flats and to hike, run, camp, and connect under the stars.

Cory Lowe | Backbone Media
65 North 4th Street - Suite 1Carbondale, CO 81623T: 970.963.4873 x127C: 970.376.2911

Business survey : Shopatron, Retailers Hesitant To Work With Brands That Sell Direct

San Luis Obispo, CA, June 24, 2013– Last week, Shopatron announced the findings of its 2013 Retailer eCommerce Study, showing again that retailers are turning away from brands who compete with them for sales by selling direct online. According to the study, 71% of respondents would stop or reduce spending with brands that started to compete with them by selling direct to consumers.

The annual Shopatron survey provides key insights into the behaviors and preferences of local retail shops. The findings from this year’s survey also indicate that retailers find value in Allied Commerce, with 57% of respondents confirming that they increase their spend with brands that send them orders using Shopatron. This reflects more than a 10% increase over the 2011 survey.

Shopatron’s Allied Commerce model allows manufacturers and retailers to seamlessly leverage the available inventory of every retail storefront and distribution center when fulfilling online orders, eliminating the “channel conflict” that survey respondents verified is a growing concern.

The survey’s findings also shed light on current omni-channel retail trends. Retailers showed a clear affinity for in-store pickup, with 60% of respondents reporting that they would buy more from brands that send them in-store pickup orders. And retailers reported that mobile shopping is on the rise, with 86% observing that customers are now using mobile phones while shopping in stores, most often to compare prices, obtain product information, and check product reviews.

Based on this year’s survey results, local brick-and-mortar retailers are also extending their reach into new online channels. 44% of survey respondents are selling in online marketplaces like eBay and Amazon, and of those, 45% saw a year-over-year sales increase.

“The eCommerce world is changing rapidly, and brands are faced with the challenge of finding ways to sell direct while remaining strong partners with their valued retailers,” said Shopatron Founder and CEO Ed Stevens. “Shopatron was founded with the goal of providing brands and retailers with the tools that will allow them to work collaboratively and create amazing new experiences for shoppers; this survey shows that we’ve done just that.”

The complete findings from the survey can be found in Shopatron’s 2013 Retailer eCommerce Study.

About Shopatron :
Shopatron is the world’s leading provider of cloud-based, eCommerce order management. Our patented Shopatron Order Exchange allows branded manufacturers and multi-channel retailers to seamlessly leverage the available inventory of every retail storefront and distribution center when fulfilling online orders. Unlike legacy order management software or custom-built solutions, Shopatron makes it easy and affordable to deploy advanced capabilities like in-store pickup, ship-from-store, inventory lookup and vendor drop-ship. With Shopatron, retail channels join forces to increase sales, turn inventory, and deliver a superior purchase experience to online shoppers.

Source Press release

New products : New Nike Air Max 1 VT and Air Max 90 HYP, will be available at Nike Sportswear retailers June 29

Air Max 90 HYP: Start Summer with a Bang 
Three new colorways of the Nike Air Max 90 HYP burst onto the scene.

A new collection of Nike Air Max 90 HYP arrives as an ode to the long, warm days of summer filled with cookouts and daytrips to the beach.

All three monotone color treatments — red, white and blue — feature Nike’s Hyperfuse construction, a three-layer composite that drastically reduces weight, increases breathability and rminimizes seams.

Nike Air Max 1 VT: Aging has Never Looked so Good

An Air Max 1 that gets better with time.

Since the Nike Air Max 1 first landed in 1987 it has transcended its running roots and grown into a time-honored cultural icon. What started as performance innovation has now become a staple on the street.

The Womens Nike Air Max 1 VT takes its inspiration from the idea that some things get better with age. The Vachetta leather upper is untreated and prone to creasing, staining and darkening in the sun. As the shoe ages, it develops a unique distressed patina and becomes personalized to the wearer. Nike’s Vac-Tech construction complements the Vachetta toe box with a flood of color on the rear three-quarters of the shoe that will remain relatively unchanged throughout the life of the shoe.

All available at Nike Sportswear retailers June 29

Source Nike

Business news : Europe wants to double cycling but is not sure how

Last plenary of this Velo-city conference is on “Mobility Policies & Cycling in the European Union and its Member States”, chaired by ECF Secretary General Bernhard Enisnk. Speakers were Siim Kallas, Vice-President of the European Commission, responsible for transport, two Members of European Parliament Mathieu Grosch (EPP) and Michael Cramer (Greens) and two Presidents of ECF member organisations:  Marijke van Haren from Dutch Fietsersbond and Ulrich Sybert from German ADFC.

In his speech at Velo-city 2013 in Vienna, Vice-President of the European Commission, responsible for transport, summed up the measures the Commission was doing in support of cycling. Most importantly, the EU has funded via its regional and structural funds about €600 million in cycling infrastructure in the years 2007 – 2013. “This is no small money”, Kallas said. In ECF’s calculation it represents about 0.7 % of the EU investments in transport infrastructure.

A percentage that is not sufficient for Michael Cramer, whose party had advocated in the European Parliament to reserve 15 % of the EU’s transport spending to be earmarked for walking and cycling. “We need a budget line for cycling in Europe, however small it is, in order to give a signal to local, regional and national governments. Budgets for cycling are always to most vulnerable ones to be cut first in times of tight public budgets”, Cramer added. Kallas did not enter this discussion but he invited the regional and national authorities to submit concrete proposals “to approach European pockets”. Up to 85 % of cycling infrastructure projects could be financed by the European Regional Development Fund in eligible regions, he added.

Aside from European funding for cycle infrastructure, participants discussed the need for coordination of cycling policies at all levels. Ulrich Syberg (ADFC) mentioned the role of the national level in initiating and coordinating cycling policies at local and regional levels in Germany, despite the federal structure. The 2^nd German National Master Plan 2013 – 2020 could serve as a blueprint for a European one, he suggested. The ensure the coordination of cycling policies at national ministerial level, the German government has therefore installed a National Cycling Coordinator within the transport ministry. Syberg invited the Commission to follow this example.

While not strictly against it, Kallas foresees “huge resistance from Member States”. More responsibility for the EU is a highly controversial issue, he added. Mathieu Grosch supported this stance: “Support for EU cycling policy must come from the Council” (i.e. Member States).

Kallas saw a higher probability to get national support when following the same objectives, as it is the case with road safety. He mentioned the proposal to revise the EU Directive on “Weights and Dimensions” which would allow adding extra space to the lorry cabin, improving, among other, direct vision of the lorry driver. “This would save the lives of 300 – 500 vulnerable road users in Europe”, the Commissioner estimated. Marijke van Haren (Fietsersbond) in her speech mentioned the project a Swedish-Dutch consortium has been working on in recent years to develop a windshield airbag for cars. “Life-saving technology should not only be there for the car passengers, but also for the other road users”, she claimed. The technology could enter the market in 2017/2018, thereby asking the Commission to come up with a European standard. Regarding improving road safety for pedestrians and cyclists, Cramer asked upon the Commission to introduce 30 km/h as default speed limit in residential areas as the European Parliament recommended it in 2011.

Kallas: “We will find European money for cycling projects, if regions and Member States submit right proposals”

Beyond the 3 main topics of European funds for cycling infrastructure, European Master Plan on Cycling/ European Bicycle Officer and road safety, the panelists touched upon a number of other important issues, in particular the health benefits of cycling and its integration into the concept of ‘internalisation of externalities’, the inclusion of EuroVelo into TEN-T (Trans-European network for transport), the positive cost-benefit ratio of cycling investments, mobility planning and e-bikes. Marijke Van Haren told about her daily 22km commute to work on bicycle which she said was only possible due to the electrical support she received and the excellent high-quality cycling infrastructure she could ride on. “It takes me 1 hour – 1hrs 05 to cover this distance”. Ulrich Syberg referred to the success of e-bikes in Germany: More than 1.3 million e-bikes are now on German roads which came with €0 public subsidy, compared to € 600 million for just 7,000 e-cars. Mathieu Grosch welcomed the success of e-bikes and demanded to ensure the inter-operability between national standards when charging the e-bikes.

All speakers thanked ECF and the Velo-city team for organizing this event, symbolizing that cycling is becoming mainstream. “20 years ago, cycling was no issue for parliamentarians”, Grosch said. “Now there is much support across all political parties”. ECF and its members will bring the aforementioned issues to the attention of candidates running for the new European Parliament elections in May 2014.

Source ECF by Fabian Küster

Trade Show : SAM ( Grenoble, France ) , renamed and internationalized

For its 40th anniversary, the SAM unveils its new identity, now international. 

The world's largest tradeshow dedicated to the development in the mountains, Sam, change its name to "Mountain Planet". Organizer of the event since its inception - a new essential to clearly ask the international expansion strongly desired by the Steering Committee of SAM and resolutely initiated by Alpexpo identity - 

Grenoble, June 6, 2013 - 
Created in 1974 in Grenoble, the Fair Development in Mountain - become over the time, the largest showcase of supply of equipment and mountain terrain - will celebrate its forty years in his edition 2014 to be held from 23 to 25 April. Alpexpo - organizer and promoter of the leading trade fair - has chosen this opportunity to make it understandable by all identity internationally. 

SAM is now called "Planet Mountain"

This evocative name, launched today, is a further step towards the bright and strong internationalization due to the biennial meeting of the organization in the mountains. For if the Alps remain a dominant market regarding the snow and mountains, new destinations, especially the countries of East and South Korea, Asia as a whole, develop and equip; of alternative modes of transport such as transport cable, developed originally for the Highlanders, are deployed around the world. 

Alpexpo leverages communication channels
   
Convinced that these players will do their shopping in Grenoble in April 2014, Catherine Calmels and his team deploy an ambitious communication plan to develop awareness of Planet Mountain, very directed towards international markets. To do so, Alpexpo deploys communication area with the agency H & B Communication for national and regional and specialized agency for international. Objective: To attract more and more international exhibitors and visitors to always raise awareness MOUNTAIN PLANET 2014. 

"The SAM Mountain Planet today is the reference exhibition of mountain professionals. Was born here in Grenoble, mountain town par excellence, but also innovation, two major carriers that contribute to the identity of this show. Mountain Planet aims to develop much more abroad. By addressing today its promotion via international news agency relations, we aim to make this the twenty-first edition THE APPOINTMENT WORLD MUST professionals winter and summer mountain but also the urban terrain. Moreover, Mountain Planet is also the cornerstone of the development and the Alpexpo strategy, the same one that I wanted to learn since I arrived there a little over a year. Increase its reputation is also at fair value and the value Alpexpo Grenoble / region Isère / Rhône-Alpes, "says Catherine Calmels, Managing Director of 'Alpexpo. 

About Mountain Planet 
Created in 1974 in Grenoble under the leadership of Jean Baccard then CEO Alpexpo, Michel Draper future architect and creator of several specialized magazines "mountain", as well as a passionate team (politicians, journalists, industrial .. ), the Fair Development in Mountains (SAM) was the place where "man and mountain an update" (baseline of the time). 

Since then, every two years in Grenoble - even years - the show brings together professionals from the mountain winter but also summer and the "urban planners reliefs" - with cable transport in particular - around a major exhibition, but also conferences, debates and symposia.Figures SAM 2012:- 750 exhibitors and brands- 41,000 sqm of exhibition- 15 sectors- 15,747 visitors- 10% of international visitors- 59 countries represented 

Planet Mountain has a steering committee and a Alpexpo team dedicated to its organization and promotion. Mountain Planet also relies on strong partnerships.

Mountain Planet will run from April 23 to 25, 2014 at Alpexpo - Grenoble - France 

About this site / Alpexpo 
Built in 1968 during the Winter Olympics by architects Claude and Jean Prouvé, Serge Mariz and assisted by Leon Petroff and Louis Fruitet engineers Alpexpo today is THE essential events Grenoble Park with its three pillars of activities developed on a site of 72,000 square meters:- The lobby and lobby Jean Marandjian 89 (exhibitions, trade fair and exhibition)- Alpes Congress & Space Pelvoux (congresses, conferences, conventions, meetings)- The Ultimate (concerts and shows and conventions)Alpexpo is an open, dynamic and copy its modular space.More than 200 events are held each year and drain thousands of international visitors.
 
Press Contacts 
H & B CommunicationMuriel Martin - Michèle Brischoux / LD: 01 58 18 32 54 - 01 58 18 32 52Mob: 06 82 92 94 47 / m.martin @ hbcommunication.fr 
Alpexpo
Maxime Briet / LD: 04 76 39 64 67Mob: 06 82 70 80 59 / maxime.briet @ alpexpo.com

Source Mountain Planet

Awards : Crocs Honored at American Business Awards

Crocs, Inc. was presented with two Silver Stevie(R) Awards at the 11th Annual American Business Awards in Chicago on June 17. Crocs was honored with Silver Stevies for Company of the Year - Consumer Products - Durables and also saw chief legal and administrative officer Dan Hart receive the award for Human Resources Executive of the Year. Additionally, Crocs' Chief Product Officer, Dale Bathum, is also named as a finalist for the Stevie's Product Development Executive of the Year with winners announced this September.

"Both of these awards highlight the innovation and hard work of our global teams and the commitment of Dan Hart to help Crocs achieve the success we have experienced over the past 11 years," said John McCarvel, president and chief executive officer of Crocs. "The success of our business can be traced back to our more than 4,000 global employees, who are led by our accomplished and passionate executive team. They are truly deserving of this honor and I am grateful for their continued dedication to the success of Crocs."

As chief legal and administrative officer, Dan Hart oversees all legal and human resources functions for Crocs and its 4,500 employees in more than 90 countries. While Hart's accomplishments have been diverse and far-reaching during his tenure with Crocs, last year Crocs rolled out the most impactful human resources initiative to-date with the development and implementation of its global Talent Management Program (TMP). Although operating in a highly complex global environment posed challenges for developing a cohesive program, Hart recognized the value of designing a singular TMP infrastructure to serve all employees.

"At Crocs, we're working to provide employees with a clear line of sight to their achievement of business goals," said Hart. "It is important for us to help develop leaders from within and foster creative growth throughout the company."

The American Business Awards are the nation's premier business awards program. More than 3,200 nominations from organizations of all sizes and in virtually every industry were submitted this year for consideration in a wide range of Stevie Award categories. "This year's American Business Awards was outsized in every way," said Michael Gallagher, Stevie Awards founder and president. "More entries and more judges than ever before, and I'd have to say the most impressive collection of nominations we've ever received. We congratulate all of this year's Stevie winners for their outstanding work."

Details about The American Business Awards and the lists of Stevie Award winners who were announced on June 17 are available at www.StevieAwards.com/ABA.

Business news : IDB Marine, a craft and innovative shipyard in Trégunc ( France )

IDB Marine was established in 2005 by Denis Bourbigot keeps going. In his declining range of light boats, efficient and échouables (/ Malango / and / OPENGO /) pursuing, in parallel, its innovative search techniques. Objective: To improve the working conditions of employees working in particular on the resin, and find tips for saving time and quality.

Research that has received a regional grant of € 12,500 as part of its support to innovative projects. "In 2009, we set up the injection Eco says Denis Bourbigot. One method that has the advantage of out inside and outside deck with a perfect finish. With less hardship for employees who do not have to sand and coat. "

An advanced technique used only in large projects. "We were the first small yard Britain to use this technique because it is expensive to set up and requires two full molds which take up much space," Denis Bourbigot advance. 10 full-time employees

Suddenly, the construction team has addressed the issue. How to improve the process and save space? "I said we did not need perfect finishes on the entire length of the bridge, says the site manager. We then chose to keep this technique for the interior portion. And use the infusion technique for the less visible parts. "Developed by the yard, this new method that combines both techniques, now allows the use of smaller molds bridge. And saves up time and labor.

This constant questioning of manufacturing processes and equipment is one of the reasons for the success of this small business comes up. With ten employees in permanent full-time, a turnover of € 900,000 last year, up from the creation of the site, commands that run until March 2014, seven ships delivered in 2012, ten planned for 2013, "the site goes" according to Denis Bourbigot. Although the crisis, the situation is "tighter" and offers "less visibility."

Side project, after the release of Malango 10.45, a change of 9.99 with a skirt, the site will launch in the construction of a 13 m. Always with the same philosophy of navigation. A large cockpit, a living space outside, fast hull, an annex to the rear. A concept that is well positioned today the signing of the project.

Sailboat Fishing

Also in the pipeline, a project fishing boat sailing, even in a sketch, due to time ... "Before, the fishing boats were sailing and then is put a motor, said Denis Bourbigot. Today, we would do the opposite and put sails on a fishing boat to the base was designed to work with a motor. For me, the issue is taken backwards. It should be from a real boat and equip it with an engine that would be considered auxiliary ... "


Source Original French Language by Catherine GENTRIC / Ouest france

Retail stores news : US retailer, Cycle Gear Opens Second Store In Chicago Area

BENICIA, CA – June 24, 2013 –Cycle Gear Inc., the US largest retailer of motorcycle apparel and accessories, is pleased to announce Tinley Park as the location of its second store in Illinois. With nearly 100 stores nationwide, the new store is located at 6905 W. 159^th Street at the corner of 159^th and Harlem in front of Menards. Cycle Gear is one of few motorcycle parts and apparel retailers that are open 7 days a week.

“We are excited to expand our business in the Chicago suburbs, and are happy to become a part of the Tinley Park community,” said Dave Bertram, Cycle Gear’s CEO, “We feel that this location is a great alternative to our Schaumburg store for our customers on the South Side.”

The new location is now open with special deals all month long.  In addition, Cycle Gear will have a grand opening celebration June 28 through the 30^th. The grand opening weekend will feature many deals only available at the Tinley Park, Il. store as well as a raffle featuring prizes like a GoPro Camera, Shoei Helmet, and a Cycle Gear Shopping Spree.

Employee-owned and enthusiast-driven, Cycle Gear is an active member of the riding community, sponsoring local events and working with new and experienced riders to help them find just the right gear. Cycle Gear’s industry-leading focus on customer service and satisfaction has been a company hallmark since its founding in 1974. Their customer commitment includes 100% Satisfaction and 30-Day Best Price Guarantees, and a No Hassle 7-Day Helmet Exchange program.

About Cycle Gear
Cycle Gear® Inc. is the US largest retailer of motorcycle parts, apparel and accessories. Since 1974, Cycle Gear’s product selection and superior service have catered to the needs of motorcycle enthusiasts. With stores nationwide and an e-commerce website, Cycle Gear provides access and unbeatable prices to riders wherever they are. As an employee-owned company, the Cycle Gear team takes enormous personal pride in providing its “100% Satisfaction Guarantee,” which includes the industry leading “7-Day No Hassle Helmet Exchange and a “30-Day, Best Price Guarantee” as well as easy returns, in-store or online, and no restocking fees, ever. Visit one of 99 store locations in 28 states, or visit us online at www.cyclegear.com today.

Source Cycle Gear by press release

Contact: Johnny Lin
Cycle Gear, Inc. / 707-747-5053 x882 / Jlin@cyclegear.com

Organization news : European outdoor group ( EOG ) oins FWF board

FWF is pleased to welcome Mark Held as a new board member. Mark is director of the European Outdoor Group (EOG), an association set up in 2003 to represent the common interests of the European outdoor industry.

The European Outdoor Group has been involved with FWF as a stakeholder organisation for several years. FWF and EOG have also been working on a Living Wage Study to research the relationship between product pricing and wage levels.

The EOG will represent the outdoor industry at a board level and will contribute to the realisation of FWF’s ambitions for internationalisation and growth. Mark Held will replace Dirk Vinken, director of FGHS, the Dutch federation of sportswear manufacturers and wholesalers.

Source FWF 

Business people : Kirsten Ashmore Joins Redington Marketing Team

June 20, 2013 (Bainbridge Island, Wash.) – Redington, maker of progressive performance fly rods, reels, waders, apparel and more, is pleased to announce it has hired Kirsten Ashmore as marketing manager.

Ashmore joins Redington from adidas, where she worked to implement marketing strategy with the brand’s retail partners such as The Dick’s Sporting Goods, Sports Chalet and Eastbay. Prior to that she worked at a marketing agency in Portland, representing luxury brands such as Kenneth Cole, Michael Kors and Nike.

“After growing up near the base of Mt. Hood in Sandy, Oregon I am very excited combine my passion for the outdoors with my work,” states Ashmore.  “Redington has so much potential and I’m excited to lend my marketing experience and brand strategy expertise to help the brand grow.”

“Redington has successfully created a brand that anglers want to be a part of, and Kirsten will ensure we continue down that road as well as create new paths for Redington to flourish even more,” notes Redington General Manager, David Visnack.

About Redington:
Redington brings fun to fly fishing. Redington designs gear that gets the most out of your time spent on the water and in the outdoors. From ready-to-fish reels and outfits to a wide selection of rods, reels, waders and apparel…Redington gives you what you’re looking for. Versatility that performs. Value you need. And, the quality you deserve. Please connect with us at www.redington.com, on Facebook or on Twitter.

Kara Armano
Backbone Media / kara.armano@backbonemedia.net / 970-963-4873 ext. 119

Business people : Sterling Rope Hires New Director of Marketing

Carolyn Brodsky, President of Sterling Rope

Biddeford, ME, Jun 21, 2013 -
Biddeford, Maine (June 13th, 2013) – Sterling Rope Company, Inc., is proud to announce the hiring of Mattison Crowe as their new Director of Marketing.  Mattison will work closely with Sales and Product Development to create and execute the company’s long term marketing strategy within their key lines of business.

Carolyn Brodsky, President of Sterling Rope says, “We are absolutely thrilled to have Mattison join our team.  He brings the right mix of talent and discipline to the role, which will help Sterling be more aggressive with our goals to position us as the worldwide leader in life-safety products.”

Mattison has more than a decade of experience working in the outdoor and sports industries.  Before joining Sterling, he was Brand Manager for Craft Performance Apparel, overseeing their baselayer, cycling, nordic, running, and triathlon categories in North America.  Prior to that, he served as Marketing Manager at Seven Cycles, the largest all-custom bicycle manufacturer in the world.  He earned his MBA and BA from Cornell University.

About Sterling Rope Company
Celebrating their twentieth year in business, Sterling Rope is the leading manufacturer of life safety rope and cord.  Working closely with athletes, first responders and rope technicians, we develop products that offer innovative solutions for life-safety in work and recreation applications.  Made in the USA, Sterling is committed not only to building the best products, which now include hardware, but also to provide the absolute best customer service.   For more information, please contact Mattison Crowe, Director of Marketing at 207-282-2550 or marketing@sterlingrope.com - www.sterlingrope.com

Mattison Crowe
Director of Marketing / Sterling Rope Co., Inc./ marketing@sterlingrope.com
207-282-2550 ext 3102

New project : Lotus getting into the motorcycle business

Lotus Motorcycles to build its own and first ever motorcycle

Lotus Motorcycles was established to design and build the first motorcycle of the iconic car manufacturer. The bike will be named Lotus C-01 and will be the most impressive appearance on public roads on two wheels. It will reflect a combination of lifestyle, design and high end technology.

Lotus Motorcycles is a joint project of Kodewa, car designer Daniel Simon and the Holzer Group. The Lotus C-01 will be a hyper bike with integrated racing technology. It will be manufactured of materials like carbon, titanium and aerospace quality steel, which are also used in Formula 1. Safety, ergonomics and design are the most important factors the design team has put emphasis on. It will be a state of the art motorbike powered by an approximately 200 horsepower engine.

Kodewa has recently built the new sports car Lotus T128 LMP (Le Mans Prototype) and is running the Lotus LMP2 program in the FIA World Endurance Championship. The team of Kodewa comprises of experts with a lot of knowledge and experience not only in endurance racing but also Formula 1, DTM and lower formulas.

The unique shapes of Lotus Motorcycles will be penned by renowned designer Daniel Simon. Simon, a former designer for Bugatti Automobiles, has lately been responsible for some of the most sophisticated concept vehicles in Hollywood film history. Amongst his most recognizable contributions are the 'Lightcycle' in the 2010 Disney motion picture 'Tron: Legacy' and the 'Bubbleship' used by Tom Cruise in the recent Universal Sci-Fi hit 'Oblivion'. The German was also designing the famous black and gold livery of the Lotus LMP2 sports cars.

Daniel Simon is known for his clean and holistic concepts. The designer says: "With the Lotus C-01, we have only one ambition: to create a unique state-of-the-art machine that carries its brutal forces with elegance and style, a high-tech monster in a tailored suit. The C-01, with all its top notch components and materials, is first and foremost emotional, heartbreaking, at times playfully retro, and always clearly a Lotus. Lotus is a glamorous name with a rich history, and the C-01 celebrates it proudly: the shapes of the marvelous Lotus 49 were a main inspiration, and all color schemes pay homage to iconic Lotus racing liveries, such as the dashing black and gold. The intersection of past and future never fails to fascinate, and so does the unique idea of the C-01."

Within the Holzer Group, the Performance GmbH is involved in the development process. The components made of titanium, carbon fibre and aerospace steel will be produced by RPC GmbH, which is also part of Holzer Group and Kodewa. Latest CNC machines linked with CAM workstations ensure highest precision and optimal workflow of the complex procedures. Because of quality inspections before, during and after the production process, a safety-related and faultless production is ensured.

In the next few weeks, images of Lotus Motorcycles will be released and will give a first insight into what to expect from the new Lotus C-01.

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New products : Introducing Hammock Bliss Sky Bed - A Revolution In Hammock Camping

Tucson, Arizona, Jun 21, 2013 -

Sky Bed takes hammock camping to a whole new level. Hammock Bliss Sky Bed is the world’s first truly FLAT two-point hammock. Using an innovative asymmetric design, the Sky Bed provides an amazingly flat and comfortable relaxation space. The sleep space is defined by a silver parachute nylon sleeve, which will accommodate most any sleeping pad on the market. Using your sleeping pad in the Sky Bed provides thermal protection and helps to create the stunningly flat sleeping surface. The Sky Bed is made from super strong rip stop nylon, which is reinforced with webbing at all of the seams.

Weighing in a only 23 oz and complete with 100 inches of 6mm climbing rope on each end, Sky Bed is the most comfortable portable camping hammock in the world.

Dimensions:	4'5" x 10'10"	135 cm x 330cm
Weight:	23 oz	660 grams

Unique Asymmetrical Design Allows For An
Amazingly Flat & Comfortable Sleeping Space
Lay Back, Let Go & Relax In Complete Bliss

Integrated Sleeve Designed To Fit Your
72" x 20" Inflatable or Foam Sleeping Pad
Which Adds Both Rigidity & Insulation

Ripstop Nylon Hammock Construction Provides

Exception Strength While Parachute Nylon 

Silver Sleeve Accommodates Most Any Pad

Built In Suspension System - 100" Per Side Of
Super Strong 6 mm Climbing Rope
Included For Easy Set Up On The Go

Hammock Is Compact, Lightweight & Ready
For Adventure - Travel Bag Is Permanently
Attached & Doubles As a Handy Gear Pouch

All Seams Reinforced With Nylon Webbing
Machine Washable & Dryable
Strength Tested - 350 lbs - 175 kg

Check out the Hammock Bliss Sky Bed on our website at:
http://www.hammockbliss.com/sky-bed

Dov Frazer - Chief Relaxation Officer
Hammock Bliss / relax@hammockbliss.com / 520 577-7779

Retail store news : Golfsmith Opens 8th Store in Los Angeles

Golfsmith International, is now the biggest golf retailer in the LA area with the opening of a brand new store in Cerritos. Golfsmith now offers eight convenient L.A..-area locations to serve golfers of all skill levels. The 25,000 square foot interactive golfer’s paradise allows golfers to try the latest clubs and gear right inside the store, using some of the store’s high-tech, experiential and computerized options.  All Golfsmith locations offer an unrivaled retail experience.

The new Golfsmith at 12865 Towne Center Drive near Trader Joe’s, will have a Grand Opening June 21st – June 23rd where thousands of dollars worth of prizes, gift cards, merchandise along with a chance to win $10,000 in cash, will be given away.  Visitors to the new Golfsmith store can compete in a Hole-In-One Challenge.  One lucky winner could take home $10,000. Other prizes, products and gear totaling more than $7,500 will be given away this weekend, including a pair of $1,000 shopping sprees

Golfers can try out the latest equipment using four high-tech, computerized golf simulators and an expansive indoor putting green.  The new location offers computerized custom fitting services and lessons for golfers of all abilities. Golfers can take an indoor, air-conditioned golf lesson using video and biometric feedback teaching aids.  The new location features GolfTEC, a state-of-the-art, in-store lessons center, taught by PGA professionals and certified coaches to help golfers’ performances.

Golfsmith currently has locations in Brea, El Segundo, Irvine, Ontario Mills, Oxnard, Pasadena, Woodland Hills, and now Cerritos. The new store is part of Golfsmith’s aggressive expansion strategy to provide golfers throughout the country with better retail options to purchase the right equipment to play better. Golfsmith offers more retail square footage than any other pure golf retailer in the Metro Los Angeles area.  

“Southern California golfers are among the most passionate golfers in the country.  Golfsmith offers avid and casual golfers the easiest and best options to improve their game. Our passion is to help everyone enjoy this wonderful game of golf even more,” said Sue Gove, Golfsmith International President and CEO. “Whether you’re a scratch player or looking to get into the game for the first time, Golfsmith offers the best selection of the biggest brands in a truly unique environment.”

In addition to clubs, balls, shoes, tees and other golf essentials from brands like Titleist, PING, Callaway, TaylorMade, Cobra, PUMA, Nike Golf, Mizuno and more, Golfsmith offers a wide selection of authentic golf apparel brands and fashions not found in a typical department or discount store. Golfers will also find the latest technology accessories such as GPS units, swing analyzers and rangefinders. Golfsmith’s highly trained experts are always on-hand to help customer find the right gear for their game. 

Cerritos Grand Opening DetailsThere are a number of exciting activities planned for the Cerritos Grand Opening including:
·         8:00 a.m., Friday, June 21, first 200 people to visit the store will receive a free two-pack of premium golf balls
·         Register before 9:00 AM on Friday, June 21 and before 9:00 AM on Saturday, June 22, for a chance to win a $1,000 shopping spree to be given away both days
·         All weekend long, customers can participate in a closest to the pin contest in which 12 finalists will have one chance at winning $10,000 in a hole-in-one challenge on June 29 at 2:00 PM.
·         Customers can register for a chance to win prizes such as drivers, iron sets, GPS units and rangefinders
·         GolfTEC will offer a 60-minute individual swing evaluation clinic for $99 ($165 value-offer expires 6/30)


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Business news : Ducati Expands to Argentina, Assembly Plant in Brazil Now Fully Operational

Ducati continues South American expansion with Brazilian subsidiary operational and new Volkswagen Argentina S.A. trade agreement presented in Buenos Aires 

• Claudio Domenicali, CEO of Ducati Motor Holding, inaugurates new Ducati show room in Sau Paulo
• Ricardo Susini, Managing Director of Ducati do Brasil, presents current range, branch marketing and industrial programmes
• CKD production continues at the assembly factory in Manaus with DAFRA
• In Buenos Aires, at the 6th Salon Internacional del Automovil, Volkswagen Argentina S.A. announce trade agreement for the distribution of Ducati motorcycles in Argentina

Sau Paulo (Brazil) / Buenos Aires (Argentina), 20 June 2013 - After inaugurating the new "Ducati do Brasil" subsidiary in October 2012, Ducati's programme for expansion and growth in the South American nations continues. The Italian motorcycle manufacturer has become directly responsible for all management aspects of Ducati products in Brazil including distribution and assistance.

Led by Managing Director, Ricardo Susini, and assisted by Marco Truzzi as Service & After Sales Manager, Ducati now controls the new branch based in Sau Paulo. The inauguration of the new show room in the prestigious Avenida Faria Lima of Sau Paulo was an opportunity for Ducati's attending management to meet the press, including Claudio Domenicali, CEO of Ducati Motor Holding, Roberto Righi, Distributor Sales Director DMH, and Riccardo Susini, Managing Director of Ducati do Brasil. The company and new subsidiary confirmed the strategy presented nine months ago regarding their development and growth plans for Brazil, third market overall for medium-to-high capacity motorcycle sales.
 
The co-operation agreement with DAFRA Ltda for CKD assembly of Ducati motorcycles in Brazil is also confirmed. The Manaus factory is now fully operational with both Diavel and Monster 796 models being assembled, ready for delivery to a market evolving at a fast pace. Brazil is a country in which Ducati is set to have an increasingly important and strategic role, consolidating the positive trend of international growth which has been a feature of this iconic motorcycle brand in recent years.

 "The Brazilian motorcycle market is one of the most interesting in the world, the third in size for medium-to high-capacity motorcycles," declared Claudio Domenicali, CEO of Ducati Motor Holding S.p.A. during the press conference. "Nine months ago we made some promises and today we are here in Sau Paulo to confirm our commitment and share with all the Ducatisti present in Brazil our plans for development and growth in this important market. The inauguration of the show room and presentation of the first motorcycles assembled at the Manaus factory confirm our commitment to our Brazilian clients. Our aim is to guarantee the very best service possible in terms of sales and after-sales as well as consolidating on the strategic importance of this market for Ducati."

The day after the Sau Paulo inauguration, the Ducati CEO travelled to Buenos Aires for the 6th Salon Internacional del Automovil in Buenos Aires. During the event, Volkswagen Argentina S.A. presented an important trade agreement to import Ducati motorcycles into the South American country. From September 2013, motorcycles will be distributed to Ducati dealers present in Argentina via the Volkswagen Group subsidiary, underlining the development and growth plans the Bologna-based firm also has for this region.

Speaking from Buenos Aires, Claudio Domenicali said: "As further confirmation of our interest in the South American market and our desire to make the most of its great potential, we have an agreement with Volkswagen Argentina who, from September 2013, will import Ducati motorcycles and distribute them via our network of Ducati dealers, which is set to expand in the medium term. It is an important step which also highlights the synergies and opportunities for development that has become available to our brand by becoming a part of the Audi group."

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Business news : Canadian Pension Funds, Institutional Investors Endorse Bangladesh Safety Accord

Canadian institutions, collectively representing more than $44 Billion assets under management, released a joint statement in support of the Accord on Fire and Building Safety in Bangladesh and timely and effective action to ensure respect for the fundamental human rights of workers in the supply chains of the companies in which they invest, including health and safety, freedom of association and a living wage.

The statement is signed by six pension funds, but not Ontario Teachers’s Pension Plan, which has been a significant investor in sporting goods companies through Teacher Private Capital. The private equity firm has invested in Easton-Bell Sports and acquired Plano Molding Company and Hansen in 2012.

The text of the letter follows below:

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Canadian Investor Statement on Bangladesh
June 17, 2013

The tragic collapse of the Rana Plaza building in Savar, Bangladesh, which killed more than 1,100 garment workers and injured thousands more, has brought international attention to the failure of governments and industry to ensure the safety of workers in that country’s garment industry. The Rana Plaza incident is the latest in a long series of fatal factory disasters over the past eight years. Yet, until now little progress has been made in eliminating the serious health and safety risks faced by Bangladeshi workers.

Bangladesh is the second largest source of apparel imports into Canada, after China. Our country’s imports from Bangladesh have almost doubled in the last five years. As Canadian investors and shareholder organizations representing a combined assets under management of $44 billion, we urge apparel brands, retailers and manufacturers to take immediate steps to prevent further tragedies.

Apparel brands, retailers and manufacturers have an important role to play by adopting responsible sourcing practices in global supply chains, including performing human rights due diligence, negotiating commercial terms with suppliers sufficient to provide for safe, healthy workplaces and a living wage, establishing robust oversight of their suppliers, and disclosing information on supply chain practices and outcomes. The Rana Plaza disaster and the worldwide reaction that followed amply illustrates not only the importance of adhering to international standards that safeguard the lives and human rights of workers throughout a company’s supply chain, but also the considerable reputational, operational and legal risks to companies that fail to address these issues.

Companies can and should establish their own internal policies and practices to ensure respect for the fundamental human rights of workers in their supply chains, including health and safety, freedom of association and collective bargaining, and a living wage. However in certain cases, such as we have seen in Bangladesh, collective action is needed. Change will only occur when companies take action together.

Following the Rana Plaza disaster, a large number of global brands and retailers, including one Canadian retailer, signed a binding Accord on Fire and Building Safety in Bangladesh. The Accord sets out a program of independent and transparent inspections, an informed and active role for workers and trade unions, health and safety training for workers and management personnel, effective health and safety committees, and the right of workers to file complaints and to refuse unsafe work. It is backed by time-bound remediation plans, effective dispute resolution procedures, and consequences for those that do not comply. The International Labour Organization is supporting the agreement and will play a role in its implementation, and it has been endorsed by the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights. There is no other credible alternative to this agreement.

We urge all apparel brands, retailers and manufacturers that source from Bangladesh to sign the Accord on Fire and Building Safety in Bangladesh and participate fully in its implementation.

As investors, we recognize our responsibility to promote positive change with the companies in our portfolios and to encourage them to put respect for human rights at the core of their business models. We will engage with the companies in our portfolios so that together we can help to prevent further tragedies.

Source SportsOneSource

Business poeple : Ecco’s COO to Leave

Michael Hauge Sørensen, Ecco’s chief operating officer, has decided to leave Ecco to return to Asia. He was instrumental from 2002 to 2009 in building Ecco’s presence across the Asia-Pacific region from a base in Hong Kong, more or less from scratch.

In 2010, Ecco asked Michael Hauge Sørensen to return to Ecco’s headquarters in Denmark to assume the role as global sales director and member of Ecco’s managing board. One year later, he was promoted to COO.

Michael Hauge Sørensen has contributed much to Ecco’s record results the last two years.

Ecco regrets, but understands Michael Hauge Sørensen’s decision to return to Asia where he achieved outstanding results and which still fascinates him.

The next six months he will continue to assist Ecco as an advisor to the Supervisory Board.

“Throughout almost two decades I have had the opportunity to work globally with thousands of passionate colleagues. Ecco is in great shape and has gone through an incredible development. I am proud to have been part of this and now feel it is time to seek new challenges in Asia, which I consider my second home.”

I am very grateful for the many opportunities I have been given in Ecco. This is an outstanding company with great potential,” says Sørensen.

From July 1, Ecco’s Managing Board consists of Dieter Kasprzak, Managing Director; Andreas Wortmann, Brand & Products; Panos Mytaros, Global Produc- tion; Michel Krol, Global Sales; and Steen Borgholm, Finance & Administration.

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Business and retail news : Adrian Peterson Opens Doors to New Nike Yardline at Champs Sports

Nike Yardline at Champs Sports in Minneapolis designed as premier destination for football athletes of all ages. 

Nike and Champs Sports joined together with Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson to celebrate the grand opening of Nike Yardline at Champs Sports in the Mall of America. Nike Yardline at Champs Sports is a pinnacle football retail destination designed to serve football athletes from pee wee to pro. The new Minneapolis location is the second of its kind to open as a mall-based partnership between Nike and Champs Sports.

Peterson attended the festivities and engaged in a question-and-answer session with local young athletes.

This location will serve Minnesota football athletes 365 days a year by providing access to unique products, training and game expertise, and professional athletes. Consumers will enjoy special access to signature Nike football products, athletes, teams and experiences as well as a connection back to the local and national football community in-store and online.

This Mall of America location will showcase NFL Nike Vikings jerseys, limited player-edition products such as Calvin Johnson’s Nike CJ81 Elite Collection, Nike Zoom Revis footwear, Oregon Ducks gear and other regional team products. The partnership features a store-within-a-store concept housing the latest Nike Football product. The first location opened last year at Willowbrook Mall in Wayne, NJ and has quickly become a football retail epicenter;  additional U.S. locations are planned for the future

As a digital extension of the store, consumers may access www.champssports.com/yardline for the latest news on product launches and events.

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Business people : New sales executive at PSP

Lindsey Francis will be based at the company's UK headquarters in Fareham, Hampshire
                  
PSP, the UK-based freight forwarding company and title sponsor of the PSP Southampton Boat Show, has hired Lindsey Francis as its new sales executive.
                   
Francis has more than 10 years’ experience in sales. She will be based at PSP’s headquarters in Fareham, Hampshire, where she will be responsible for increasing sales of PSP’s non-marine services. These include worldwide freight, packing, water jet cutting and marine spares, accounting for around 80 per cent of the company’s turnover.
                   
PSP is the title sponsor of the PSP Southampton Boat Show and one of the UK’s fastest-growing freight forwarders. It ships for brands such as The Clipper Round the World Yacht Race, Princess, Sunseeker, Fairline and Sir Robin Knox-Johnson

About PSP

Premier Shipping & Packing Limited (PSP) is a privately owned independent freight company based in the heart of the UK’s thriving marine and transport industry and is regarded as one of the leading global freight forwarders with a worldwide operation.
Established in 1998 by Managing Director Frank Dixie, the company has grown from strength to strength and now has a truly global reach thanks to the PSP Alliance formed in 2009, a dedicated network of agents worldwide all committed to PSP’s very personal and flexible approach to service.
The PSP headquarters in Hampshire, UK are the hub of the PSP Alliance, with members in Germany, Italy, Spain, India, South Africa, China, Dubai, Australasia, the USA and Antigua.

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