Everlast signs licensing agreement for safety footwear
14 Dec '05
2 min read
Manufacturer, marketer and licensor of sporting goods and apparel under the Everlast brand name, Everlast Worldwide Inc announced that it has signed a new licensing agreement for work boots, safety shoes, steel-toed shoes and electrostatic dissipating footwear in the US and Canada.
The new products will be sold to retailers specializing in this type of footwear, as well as directly to manufacturing factories in the US and Canada.
Federated Venture Capital Group of Beijing will lead the consortium of companies, including M&B Imports of Miami and Rontex Federated of Beijing, combining efforts to offer this innovative new Everlast line.
Seth Horowitz, Chairman, President and CEO of Everlast Worldwide Inc, said, "The work boots and safety footwear are tough and rugged applications of the Everlast name in their already successful footwear category.
This is one of several steps that they have taken and will continue to take in order to maximize their footwear presence in the US, Canada and abroad.
Consumers turn to the Everlast brand for its durability and value whether at work, play or leisure.
In this case, the consumer also depends on quality that will stand up to severe conditions while providing foot protection.
The Federated Venture Capital Group and its partners are more than capable of delivering on their company's authentic traditions."
B P Chien, Chief Portfolio Strategist of Federated Venture Capital, added, "He is pleased and honored to work with such a great team at Everlast Worldwide.