While the war in Iran has everyone panicked about rising fuel prices, one of the worst hit regions is Australia, which has been suffering a fuel crisis for the last few months, hitting the tackle trade hard.
Details of the 2026 Best New Product Awards – a highlight of the European Fishing Tackle Trade Exhibition (EFTTEX) this summer in Barcelona – have now been released.
Outdoor Eye, the specialist consultancy helping international fishing brands launch and scale across Europe, has added industry expert and former Shimano strategist Cris Caanen as business partner and co-owner.
The representative body for European fishers – the European Anglers Alliance (EAA) – says its newly redesigned website will be a platform for everyone in the sport.
Recently launched lure brand Pulz Bait is pushing into the European catfish market with the appointment of internationally recognised Italian angler Yuri Grisendi to its pro team.
US tackle and apparel brand AFTCO has now donated more than $9 million to conservation efforts through its 10% Pledge, where it gives at least that percentage of its profits to fisheries and sustainability initiatives.
Swedish baitcasting reel innovator Svivlo has announced a strategic collaboration with Foundation Outdoor Group to offer its unique products to anglers across the USA.
The industry has paid tribute to the first-ever president and one of the founders of the European Fishing Tackle Trade Association, Mike Duckworth, who has passed away.
Nordic Fieldsport has acquired Wolfcreek Lures, taking full ownership of the Swedish predator-fishing brand following a successful distribution partnership throughout 2025.
