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Amer Sports, Inc. Announces Filing of Annual Report on Form 20-F

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024

Amer Sports, Inc. (“Amer Sports”), a global group of iconic sports and outdoor brands, announced today that its Annual Report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023 has been filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

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  • Amer Sports, Inc. (“Amer Sports”), a global group of iconic sports and outdoor brands, announced today that its Annual Report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023 has been filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
  • The Annual Report on Form 20-F can be accessed on the Company's investor relations website at Amer Sports - Investor Relations and on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov .
  • The Company’s security holders may request a hard copy of the Company’s complete audited financial statements free of charge by visiting the “Investor Alerts & Contact Us” page in the Investor Resources section of the Company’s investor relations website.

Vista Outdoor Confirms Receipt of Revised Indication of Interest from MNC Capital

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Monday, March 25, 2024

On March 4, 2024, the Vista Outdoor Board of Directors (the “Vista Outdoor Board”) rejected an unsolicited indication of interest received on February 19, 2024 from MNC pursuant to which MNC expressed interest in acquiring Vista Outdoor in an all-cash transaction for $35.00 per Vista Outdoor share (the “Initial MNC Indication”).

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  • On March 4, 2024, the Vista Outdoor Board of Directors (the “Vista Outdoor Board”) rejected an unsolicited indication of interest received on February 19, 2024 from MNC pursuant to which MNC expressed interest in acquiring Vista Outdoor in an all-cash transaction for $35.00 per Vista Outdoor share (the “Initial MNC Indication”).
  • The Vista Outdoor Board carefully reviewed and considered the Initial MNC Indication in consultation with its outside legal and financial advisors.
  • Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC is acting as sole financial adviser to Vista Outdoor and Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP is acting as legal adviser to Vista Outdoor.
  • Moelis & Company LLC is acting as sole financial adviser to the independent directors of Vista Outdoor and Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP is acting as legal adviser to the independent directors of Vista Outdoor.

Zebra Technologies Sponsors NFL Health & Safety Summit to Enhance Player Performance

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Monday, March 25, 2024

The Summit brings together medical, athletic training, sports performance, and equipment representatives from all 32 Clubs, the League office, NFL partner organizations, and third-party experts.

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  • The Summit brings together medical, athletic training, sports performance, and equipment representatives from all 32 Clubs, the League office, NFL partner organizations, and third-party experts.
  • “Our partnership with Zebra is enabling the NFL to bring the future to the field faster,” Jennifer Langton, Senior Vice President, Player Health and Innovation, National Football League.
  • For the past ten seasons, Zebra has tracked every player on every team for every game, every week of the NFL season.
  • Zebra Technologies is sponsoring the NFL Health & Safety Summit in Orlando, Fla, showcasing its use of RFID tags in players’ equipment to generate data to support injury prevention and more.

Portabull® announces new technology to improve protection for hot-environment workers

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Monday, March 25, 2024

Custom-created to provide relief from extreme heat, these 40-foot-long enclosures feature windows, fold-down benches, easy-access doors, and simple push-button controls.

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  • Custom-created to provide relief from extreme heat, these 40-foot-long enclosures feature windows, fold-down benches, easy-access doors, and simple push-button controls.
  • “Athletic teams and construction workers struggle along with open-air cooling tents, while heavy manufacturing employees might be forced to use subpar misters.
  • “If employees regularly work in hot conditions, keeping them cool is a huge part of keeping them healthy.
  • Portabull cooler rooms provide a straightforward and effective protective solution that not only improves life for employees, but also strengthens employers.”

XX-XY Athletics: Introducing the Only Athletic Brand to Stand up for Women’s Sports

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Monday, March 25, 2024

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240325791058/en/
    The brand is focused on delivering best in class premium casual athletic clothing and the first release is centered around casual cotton basics including t-shirts, joggers and fleece.
  • “Throughout my life I’ve risked my reputation and standing in my community to stand up for children, women and free speech.
  • It’s the brand messaging focused on being brave, telling the truth, and protecting women’s sports that sets XX-XY Athletics apart from other athletic brands.
  • If we give them a way to say I stand with women and girls, I believe they’ll take it and join us because they’ll know they won’t stand alone,” said Sey.

Marathon Fitness Celebrates Women's History Month

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Monday, March 25, 2024

As Women's History Month concludes, Marathon Fitness stands proudly at the forefront of celebrating the incredible achievements and contributions of women in our community.

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  • As Women's History Month concludes, Marathon Fitness stands proudly at the forefront of celebrating the incredible achievements and contributions of women in our community.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240325685834/en/
    As Women’s History Month ends, Marathon Fitness celebrates and honors the women who are the backbone of their company.
  • This collective effort underscores Marathon Fitness as the largest women-owned fitness supplier and servicer in North America.
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    "At Marathon Fitness, we're incredibly proud to honor the remarkable women who contribute their talents, passion, and dedication every single day," stated Christa Davis, President of Marathon Fitness.

GeekVape, in Collaboration With Absolute Racing, Clinched the GT3 Category Championship

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024

At the heart of GeekVape's success lies its pioneering approach to intelligent manufacturing, a philosophy that has recently been showcased in a vibrant collaboration with Absolute Racing.

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  • At the heart of GeekVape's success lies its pioneering approach to intelligent manufacturing, a philosophy that has recently been showcased in a vibrant collaboration with Absolute Racing.
  • This partnership culminated in a victory in the GT3 category at the Sepang 12 Hours, with the car adorned in GeekVape's distinctive livery, marking an impressive feat in the Southeast Asian racing circuit.
  • Allen Yang, GeekVape's CEO, eloquently captured the essence of this collaboration: "Our partnership with the Porsche Absolute Racing Team is a celebration of 'Made in China's' innovative prowess and our dedication to excellence and sustainable development worldwide."
  • We always listen to different voices, aiming to contribute a positive impact on our society and bring a healthier vape experience to the public.

Rio Tinto commits $10 million to boost Tom Price sports and recreation

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024

Rio Tinto will contribute $10 million to the Shire of Ashburton to help fund the Minna Oval Development Project in Tom Price.

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  • Rio Tinto will contribute $10 million to the Shire of Ashburton to help fund the Minna Oval Development Project in Tom Price.
  • These facilities will be used by local sporting organisations and the adjacent North Tom Price Primary school.
  • The Minna Oval Development Project was identified as an important community project through the Shire of Ashburton’s Community Lifestyle Infrastructure Plan (CLIP), which Rio Tinto provided $1 million towards.
  • Rio Tinto's generous contribution of $10 million underlines their dedication to fostering community development and supporting initiatives that promote health, well-being, and recreation.

Experience the Beauty of Alaska on a Top-Rated Fitness Retreat Aboard the Sophomore Club Pilates at Sea: An Alaska Retreat

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Thursday, March 21, 2024

Club Pilates , the world’s largest Pilates brand, has partnered with Princess Cruises for a second time to offer Club Pilates at Sea: An Alaska Retreat.

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  • Club Pilates , the world’s largest Pilates brand, has partnered with Princess Cruises for a second time to offer Club Pilates at Sea: An Alaska Retreat.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240321888192/en/
    Club Pilates at Sea: An Alaskan Retreat returns this August 18-25.
  • Guests are welcomed to participate in Club Pilates classes with glaciers, mountains, and the rugged Alaska landscape as the backdrop for a truly remarkable experience.
  • Exclusive events include Restore Club - a spa-themed class and experience, private Club Pilates group excursions in the Alaska wilderness, an 80’s themed class experience, and many more.

NEP Sweden Launches New Remote Operation Centres, Bringing Connected Broadcast Production Solutions to Region

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Thursday, March 21, 2024

NEP Sweden, part of NEP Group , the leading media technology partner for content creators worldwide, today announced the successful launch of its new Remote Operation Centres (ROC) meeting the demand for connected broadcast production solutions in the region.

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  • NEP Sweden, part of NEP Group , the leading media technology partner for content creators worldwide, today announced the successful launch of its new Remote Operation Centres (ROC) meeting the demand for connected broadcast production solutions in the region.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240321734836/en/
    NEP Sweden's Remote Operation Centre (ROC) in Stockholm features five medium-sized production control rooms (PCR) and one large PCR.
  • The powerful broadcast control and networking solution empowers production teams by making IP 2110 technology fast and intuitive.
  • “There is a growing demand for connected production solutions, and we’re responding to the needs of our broadcast partners in the region by bringing the new NEP Sweden Remote Operation Centres online, applying NEP’s deep understanding and expertise of SMPTE IP 2110 infrastructure and making this innovative and environmentally sustainable solution available to our clients,” said Per de Navarro, Chief Technology Officer, NEP Sweden.