In the spring of 2021, Silva released two new series of orienteering compasses - Arc Jet and Spike Jet. During the summer, problems with air bubbles appeared in the compasses and all sales were stopped. The results from the analyses show that the issues with air bubbles came from irregular plastic parts from a subcontractor. New design, new suppliers and new test routines are now in place.
Leading outdoor navigation brand SILVA has signed up as title sponsor of the Northern Traverse and Lakes Traverse expedition races. Ourea Events recently acquired the two events, which will be held at the start of April, and then followed by the SILVA Great Lakeland 3Day™ at the end of the same month. From this year, SILVA has agreed a three-year sponsorship of the two Traverse races.
Silva's new headlamp Terra Scout is announced as the winner of the Scandinavian Outdoor Sustainability Award 2022. Terra Scout is a step towards a brighter and more sustainable future. Smart innovations together with the well-known and successful concept of “reuse, reduce, recycle” are part of Silva's strategy going forward.
The CAKE anti-poaching system, including the specifically engineered Kalk AP off-road bikes and “mobile solar panels-in the field charging power stations”, together with Silva Exceed headlamps, are now on duty in Africa. CAKE, the Swedish electric motorbike manufacturer, have partnered with Silva and successfully delivered the first batch of electric anti-poaching bush bikes with portable light.
Silva is proud to announce a new partnership with the Norwegian Biathlon Association and the title as official supplier of headlamps to the athletes.
Verdane, the Northern European specialist growth equity investor, has announced its acquisition of Silva. The acquisition was made from Karnell, a Nordic private equity investment firm that has owned Silva since 2011. The new ownership represents an opportunity for Silva to accelerate its growth and digitalization.
Silva wants to share the message that it is easy to learn how to navigate with a map and compass and that it enables for bigger – and more safe – adventures.
Silva is pleased to announce that the Norwegian Athletics Association has chosen Silva as the official supplier of headlamps and running vests. The ambition is to support the athletes within the running sections and to support NFIF in their focus on street running, downhill and ultra-running, obstacle races and track running.
The Swedish company Silva is set to launch Arc Jet and Spike Jet; two series of compasses for orienteers. Thanks to more than 2000 orienteers’ opinions about the ultimate compass, the product team at Silva have managed to develop new innovations on a product range in which Silva has dominated the market with since the 1930s.
Silva, the Swedish compass, headlamp, and outdoor gear brand, has taken the decision to change distribution partner in France. The new distributor, Sport Pulsion SA, will take over all distribution rights in France from Scandinalp/Loisiralp SA from 1sth of June 2021.
Silva teams up with ultrarunner Corrine Malcolm and welcome her as part of the Swedish legacy brand’s North American ambassador and athlete team. Corinne used the Silva headlamps when she recently set a new Fastest Known Time on the Tahoe Rim Trail in Northern California.
Trail Runner Free is a new series of iconic headlamps from the Swedish outdoor brand SILVA. The headlamps are customized for running and feature a new kind of technology with the power cord integrated into the fabric of the headband. This, in combination with soft textile details, enable a unique comfort experience for all runners. The series was rewarded with ISPO Awards 2020.
