Press Release

FESI welcomes the new EU Generalised scheme of preferences and calls for a fair, transparent, and legally predictable legal framework

by fesi-sport | Sep 22, 2021 | Press Release, Press Release - Trade

Brussels, 22 September 2021 The Federation of the European Sporting Goods Industry (FESI) welcomes the European Commission’s proposal to renew the Generalised Scheme of Preferences Regulation (GSP). FESI firmly believes that the new GSP, including the GSP+ and EBA...

WINTER SPORTS BUSINESS 2021/2022 – ANOTHER CATASTROPHIC SEASON MUST BE AVOIDED

by fesi-sport | Sep 17, 2021 | Press Release, Press Release - Covid-19, Press Release - Sport

Brussels, 17 September 2021 2020 was an extremely demanding year for the sporting goods trade in Europe, especially for the winter sport sector. Marked by planning uncertainties due to the pandemic, various lockdowns and irrational and often inconsistent travel...

Textile and apparel industry alliance moves closer to release of an international microfibre shedding standard

by fesi-sport | Sep 6, 2021 | Press Release, Press Release - Corporate Responsibility

Brussels, 6 September 2021 A sector alliance that was formed to tackle issues relating to microplastics has completed the next phase of its project to develop a harmonised industry standard for the supply chain. The Cross Industry Agreement (CIA) has revealed the...

FESI co-signs a joint letter to ensure a smart transition towards digital product information to consumers

by fesi-sport | Jul 16, 2021 | News, News - Product Compliance, Press Release - Product Compliance

Together with 20 other industry associations, FESI co-signed a joint industry letter calling for the European Commission to adopt a coordinated approach to allow for digital means to provide product information. Link to the letter

FESI and European School Sport Day renew their partnership to get kids more active

by fesi-sport | Jul 12, 2021 | Press Release, Press Release - Sport

Brussels, 12 July 2021 After a very successful partnership last year, the Federation of the European Sporting Goods Industry (FESI) will once again support the European School Sport Day (ESSD) initiative, which aims to promote physical activity and get schools on the...

FESI is proud to announce the new ISO certification of MDV Sports GRIPWALK® sole: a significant milestone for the winter sports industry that will increase comfort and safety for all consumers

by fesi-sport | Jun 14, 2021 | Press Release, Press Release - Sport

Brussels, 14 June 2021 First introduced at ISPO in 2016, the GRIPWALK® ski boots binding system enables easier, safer, and increased comfort when walking in ski boots. Initially designed by FESI member Marker & Dalbello (also known as MDV Sports), the GRIPWALK®...