Woodland Worldwide
Woodland Worldwide or Woodland is a shoe maker owned and founded by the Aero Group.
History
Woodland’s parent company, Aero Group, has been in the outdoor shoe industry since the early '50s. It was founded in Quebec, Canada.
Today, the Aero Group is a highly integrated firm with its own leather tanning units and production facilities in India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, China, Vietnam, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Macau and Canada.
In 1992, the Aero Group launched Woodland. It brought with it a collection designed for rock climbers, backpackers, hikers, trail runners, and outdoor lovers. Woodland expanded its line of outdoor shoes, performance apparel, and equipment. Currently, Woodland runs a network of 350 exclusive stores worldwide. The brand also has a presence in more than 3000 multi-brand outlets in a number of countries.
CSR Initiatives
Proplanet
Environmental consciousness is a major part of Woodlands philosophy. There passion for pro-environment activities as part of their CSR initiatives is famous in the industry.
Proplanet is a community that is committed to make our planet a better place to live in. Woodland wishes to share with the community their passion for social causes which defines them as a company. The ultimate goal here is to inspire the next generation and increase their participation in the conservation of nature. The company intends to reduce their environmental impact to zero by 2015. It has already embarked on various eco-friendly activities and events.
External Links
- http://woodlandworldwide.com/ (Official Website)