Started in 1960, US-based Eastpak, which manufactured mostly duffel bags and other gear for different military divisions, became a consumer favourite after launching a line of backpacks for kids. Branded as a quality manufacturer of outdoor gear, the company has sponsored a variety of outdoor sports including BMX, skateboarding, and much more. Now the company has decided to break into the European market."We are moving more and more into the lifestyle arena. The marketing we do, such as our skateboard and BMX contests and sponsoring concerts, reflects this. In mainland Europe we are known and accepted as a lifestyle brand. We are just facilitating that natural progression,” said Nadia Kokni, PR manager for Eastpak.
Eastpak plans on introducing more than just its backpacks, however. promotional Clothing including t-shirts, jackets, and other clothing mostly used for outdoor activities will be manufactured for the 2008 spring/fall season. If sales go as well as predicted, the company plans on releasing an autumn/winter line as well.
Because of Eastpak’s US popularity and growing international popularity, due in part to Satisfaction, the marketing company based in Brussels which has worked with Eastpak for the past five yeas, the company feels it will be successful in this new market.
(c)Steve Woods, www.sxc.hu
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