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Written By: Press Office On Date: 17/9/2018 Shimano Europe Fishing Tackle Division names replacement for Cor Ax Shimano Europe Fishing Tackle Division has announced that Erik Naberman (right) has been appointed as its Managing Director. He has replaced Cor Ax, who left the company following a difference of opinion earlier this year. Naberman is a Shimano veteran of 21 years, including the last decade as Managing Director of Shimano Benelux. Effective from October 1st this year René Veenhuizen will make the transition from Shimano's bike operation to take over from Naberman at Shimano Benelux. READ MORE REPORT ASA report reveals US fishing tackle sales have risen by 21% Fishing equipment sales in the US have risen by more than 21% since 2011 and the number of anglers has also increased by 8%, according to a new report published this week. The 2018 Sportfishing in America: An Economic Force for Conservation study estimated that anglers spend $49.8 billion per year in retail sales associated with... READ MORE APPOINTMENT Remensnyder steps down at Lew’s Corporate Holdings Gary Remensnyder has stepped down as CEO of Lew’s Corporate Holdings. He has been replaced by Ken Eubanks, who has been promoted from his previous role as President of Lew’s and CEO of Hunters Specialties. Remensnyder (left), who remains a Board Director, was appointed CEO of the award-winning Missouri company in… READ MORE Angling Direct opens 23rd store and has another coming ‘in weeks’ The UK’s largest fishing tackle retailer has opened its 23rd store in England and is on track to add to its bricks and mortar portfolio in the coming weeks. Angling Direct unveiled its latest retail outlet on Saturday in Guildford, Surrey, and revealed that its premises in Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, is on track to open soon. READ MORE APPOINTMENT Duckett Fishing appoints VP to take brand to ‘next level’ US rod and reel manufacturer Duckett Fishing has appointed a Vice President of Operations to take the brand to the ‘next level’. Experienced outdoor industry executive, Larry Rencken, has joined the company from Raymarine, where he was Vice President of Sales for the Americas. During a decade with the marine electronics giant... READ MORE AWARD Fishpond recognised for commitment to environment Fly fishing brand Fishpond has won a top award for its commitment to the environment. The US company, maker of award winning fishing bags, vests and accessories, has been awarded the Fly Fishers International (FFI) Conservation Award 2018, following in the footsteps of the likes of Patagonia... READ MORE Under Armour performance hampers Dick’s Sporting Goods Global apparel brand Under Armour bore the brunt of the blame for weak second quarter sales at one of North America's biggest retailers of its type, Dick's Sporting Goods. The giant, which stocks a comprehensive range of fishing tackle from the world's top brands, saw its same store sales drop 4% during the 13-week period on the previous year, with CEO Ed Stack blaming the performance of Under Armour and the group's decision to exit the hunting and electronics categories. READ MORE APPOINTMENT Atle Hakonsen appointed Sonik Sports European MD UK-based fishing tackle company Sonik Sports has appointed Atle Hakonsen as its European Managing Director to spearhead its growth in the region. Boasting a wealth of global experience in the fishing tackle industry, Hakonsen has previously worked as Global Vice President of Sales & Marketing... READ MORE SPONSORSHIP Pure Fishing brands back Outdoor Channel’s MLF Two of fishing's oldest and most respected brands, Abu Garcia and Berkley, have teamed up with Major League Fishing in the US as sponsors for the 2018 and 2019 seasons. “Abu Garcia and Berkley are iconic brands in the world of fishing that were built on innovation and the desire to help anglers catch more fish,” said Pure Fishing… READ MORE Fishing Store takes on sales of Headbanger Lures in Poland Growing Swedish brand Headbanger Lures is continuing to expand its distribution across Europe and beyond. Following a successful meeting at this year's EFTTEX trade show in Amsterdam, it has agreed a deal that will see its products distributed in Poland by Fishing Store, a retail outlet and online shop based in Sochaczew, a city in the centre of the country. Fishing Store co-owner, Lukas Myśliwiec, told Angling International: “Polish anglers are looking for efficient and extraordinary lures and when we saw the unexpected and unpredictable action… READ MORE Revamped Odin Lure Company is back with a new product line-up The Odin Lure Company, formerly known as the Ozzie Jig, has re-entered the fishing market with a name change, new and larger US-based manufacturing facilities and a new product line-up. Backed by a new management team in Hudson, New Hampshire, the company will offer a variety of salt and freshwater fishing lures that will be sold exclusively online at www.odinlures.com. READ MORE COLLABORATION Grundéns partners with Salmon Sisters to make women’s gear International apparel manufacturer Grundéns and Alaskan company Salmon Sisters have announced a new collaboration for 2018. The two brands, both with roots in the Pacific Northwest and Alaska, have partnered to create a new line of women’s gear for life and work on the water. “We’ve been wearing Grundéns since we were kids, helping... READ MORE CATALOGUE 70th anniversary edition of Sportex catalogue is available now In its 70th year, German rod brand Sportex is introducing more than 150 new rods, including special anniversary products to celebrate the landmark. Its 2019 catalogue, which runs to more than 100 pages and is available to retailers now, features the world premier of the groundbreaking Graphenon and Beyond series.

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