JANUARY <strong>2023</strong> 04 <strong>Tackle</strong><strong>Trade</strong> www.tackletradeworld.com EDITORIAL Editor: John Hunter +44 7990 542958 john.hunter@dhpub.co.uk A journalist all his life and with 20-plus years of international business magazine experience, John was the founding editor of TTW and has now returned to the helm. He has helped many brands launch and grow over the years through B2B publications and via his own consultancy business. Co-Editor: David Haynes +44 7766 263908 david.haynes@dhpub.co.uk A lifelong angler, David has tried his hand at most types of fishing and is a great accumulator of tackle and now focuses on competition fishing. Having worked at DHP for the last 16 years on every title in the company’s portfolio, he brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the editorial team. ADVERTISING North America: Bart Manganiello +1 914 722 7601 bartalm@optonline.net For over 35 years, Bart has been working with trade magazines, 31 in the tackle industry. Since 2001, he has been TTW’s North American Director, providing provide the best communication programs to companies, helping them connect with current and prospective trade partners around the world. Rest Of The <strong>World</strong>: Guido Knegt +39 3475036436 guido.knegt@dhpub.co.uk A born and bred Dutchman, he spent five years travelling the world as a scuba-diving instructor and English teacher before settling down in Sardinia. Guido previously worked for TTW between 2014 and 2017. China: Robert Li Li Ziwei +86 13451914155 robert.li365@gmail.com Li Ziwei (Robert) has been working as news editor for over 20 years. He founded the most influential Chinese fishing forum in the Straits and successfully organised many industry events. His love for culture and tourism has led him to devote his entire life to the exchanges between China and southeast Asia. Magazine Manager Justin Fox +44 7813 327966 justin.fox@dhpub.co.uk A hugely experienced communicator with more than 20 years at parent company DHP, Justin knows what it takes to grow brands and businesses across the tackle sector. Art Editor: Paul Evans Editorial Design: Brad Sharp DHP LTD Editorial, administration, subscriptions and accounts to: DHP Ltd, 1st Floor, Nene House, Sopwith Way, Daventry, NN11 8EA, UK www.tackletradeworld.com WILL FAST-MOVING INDUSTRY SLOW DOWN IN <strong>2023</strong>? What a year it has been for the fishing tackle trade around the world! We’ve faced some major challenges during 2022, from increased material and shipping costs, manufacturing issues (all a hangover from Covid-19), a fall in angler numbers after some impressive peaks (again due to Covid-19) and even natural disasters, with hurricanes affecting our friends in the southern US and in the Far East. That said, we have also seen some real positives – the return of trade and consumer shows (well, most of them anyway) has been a major shot in the arm for us all; whether that’s the chance to do business face-to-face once more or even just to catch up with old friends and acquaintances. From TTW ’s point of view, it seems to have gone at breakneck speed as we have made up for lost time and travelled extensively to meet up with customers and attend trade events around the world. But last year was a whirlwind for the trade in lots of other ways too, not the least the number of seismic changes within the industry that have taken place. We have seen Pure Fishing acquire another major business in the shape of Svendsen Sport – adding more brands to its already extensive portfolio. We have watched as Orvis closed down its UK retail outlets then marvelled at Simms buying a major fly tackle retailer before being purchased itself by Vista Outdoor. There have been some changes at the top of key businesses, too, with the latest being the news that Rapala VMC CEO and president Nicolas Warchalowski is moving on – the search for his successor is already under way and may even have been completed by the time you read this. 3,511 6,466 While Patagonia’s founder even gave his own company away! So what does <strong>2023</strong> have in store? Will we see another fast-paced year? I’d like to think the industry will draw its breath and stabilise a little but, this being the tackle trade, I really can’t see that happening. There are rumours that Pure Fishing hasn’t finished with the acquisition trail just yet, there are still some question marks over a couple of key trade events – with breaks and changes, it will be interesting to see how EFTTEX in Budapest fares and then there’s The Confluence replacing the old IFTD Show. What will that look like? Senior figures at the big corporates will also be looking hard at the numbers their CEOs and management are submitting. While Covid-19 continues to affect a significant amount of manufacturing in China with sudden lockdowns, we have seen a drop in angler numbers in many markets, with a potential reduction in sales The economic climate globally is challenging to say the least – will we take a hit as consumers face rising energy and food bills, with less spare cash to splash on their hobby? One thing you CAN rely on, though, is <strong>Tackle</strong> <strong>Trade</strong> <strong>World</strong>. We’ll continue to keep you up to date with everything going on in our industry, through our printed and digital publications, our website and our social media channels. If you know others who would like to stay informed, point them to www.tackletradeworld.com where they can sign up for the digital magazine delivered direct to their inbox! John Hunter Editor
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