FESI unveils new Manifesto for upcoming European Elections: “FESI Playbook – Shaping the Future European Policy Agenda”
Brussels, 13th February 2024 The Federation of the European Sporting Goods Industry (FESI) has released a comprehensive manifesto outlining key priorities for the upcoming European Union elections. Divided into five pillars, the document sets out comprehensive...
The winter sports industry unites around a climate pact
Åre, Sweden 7th of February 2024 The Winter Sports Sustainability Network (WSN), managed by Peak 63 and the Federation of the European Sporting Goods Industry (FESI), is proud to announce the establishment of a transformative Climate Pact, bringing together prominent...
FESI welcomes EU Parliament’s adoption of first steps towards IP protection in Virtual Worlds
Brussels, 17th January 2024 The Federation of the European Sporting Goods Industry (FESI) welcomes the European Parliament’s adoption of IMCO and JURI’s own initiative reports on virtual worlds[1], the first of their kind. Whilst non-binding, FESI commends these...
FESI welcomes the signed agreement between Parliament and Council extending GSP
Brussels, 27th of November 2023 The Federation of the European Sporting Goods Industry (FESI) welcomes the signing of the legislation extending the current rules of the Generalised Scheme of Preferences (GSP). Following FESI’s concerns over stalled negotiations, its...
FESI Applauds Council Conclusions on Gender Equality in Sport, echoing its own StrongHer Manifesto Plea
Brussels, 24th of November 2023 The Federation of the European Sporting Goods Industry (FESI) welcomes the landmark steps taken today by the Council in recognising the importance of gender equality in sport[1], a significant stride towards implementing the...
FESI Embarks on Historic Journey with European Parliament Rugby Team during the Parliamentary Rugby World Cup
Paris, 7th September 2023 FESI, the Federation of European Sporting Goods Industry, is thrilled to attend the historic final game between the European Parliament rugby team and the UK Parliament rugby team, taking place at the prestigious Stade de la Faisanderie in...
Ski Industry Resiliently Thrives Amidst Challenges: Overcoming Mild Weather, Snow Scarcity, Energy Crisis, and Geopolitical Turmoil
Brussels, 17th July 2023 The Federation of the European Sporting Goods Industry (FESI) has completed its annual market research of sell-in data for ski products, providing a comprehensive evaluation of the ski market's evolution. FESI, representing 25 leading ski...
FESI Welcomes European Parliament Plenary Vote on ESPR but Highlights Concerns over Unsold Consumer Products’ Definition
Brussels, 12h July 2023 The Federation of European Sporting Goods Industry (FESI), the leading voice representing the sporting goods sector in Europe, welcomes today’s adoption by the European Parliament of the report on the European Sustainable Product Regulation...
FESI Commends the EU’s Commitment to Sustainable Textile Practices in Revised Waste Framework Directive and Welcomes EPR Harmonisation Principles
Brussels, 6th July 2023 The Federation of the European Sporting Goods Industry (FESI) welcomes the European Commission's proposal to revise the current Waste Framework Directive (WFD). FESI recognises the Directive as a significant step towards achieving a circular...
FESI raises alarm over stalled GSP Trilogue Negotiations and urges swift resolution to maintain trade benefits for developing countries
Brussels, 3rd July 2023 The Federation of the European Sporting Goods Industry (FESI) expresses deep concerns regarding the breakdown of the negotiations on the Generalised Scheme of Preferences (GSP). FESI firmly believes that the GSP Regulation is the crown jewel of...
FESI welcomes the European Parliament’s plenary vote on CSDDD but calls for further improvements ahead of the trilogues
Brussels, 2nd June 2023 The Federation of the European Sporting Goods Industry (FESI) welcomes the results of the vote on the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) that took place on the 1st of June in the European Parliament. FESI and its members...
Companies call for a level playing field on due diligence
The Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CS3D) is a positive step toward promoting responsible business practices, but, some changes are still necessary. Maximum harmonisation across Member States will protect the integrity of the Single Market and ease...
