The Australian Fishing Trade Association (AFTA) has reinforced its commitment to stronger national advocacy by collaborating with the Boating Industry Association (BIA) and other peak bodies to establish the Outdoor Recreation Roundtable (OOR).
Mustang Survival, manufacturer of premium marine safety equipment and technical apparel, has joined forces with specialist saltwater brand Cox & Rawle to support safer sea fishing practices across the UK angling market.
US-based R L Winston Rod Co and its sister Bauer reels brand have been acquired by a new entity, owned by businessman and passionate fly anglers Lance Robertson.
Tackle supplier Bhagwati – a mainstay of the industry for almost 50 years – will unveil its latest super catalogue at EFTTEX 2026 in Barcelona in June.
Nordic Fieldsport has entered into an exclusive distribution agreement with Italian distributor Old Captain, a well-established market player founded in 1965 and led by owner Giuseppe Castiglioni.
Registration is open for attendees to the 2026 AFTA Tackle Show, being staged in Brisbane, Australia in mid-August and forecast to be the largest and most vibrant yet.
Europe’s leading angling show – ANGELWELT – turned from event to event partner for the Garmin 360° Experience in April, with a focus on practical product testing, technical workshops and extensive networking.
US-based Lure Demo has announced the availability of new Pro and Angler versions of its Lure Demonstrator, an innovative, purpose-built and fun product designed to demonstrate, promote, observe, test and film various fishing lures in a realistic, water-filled environment.
