Columbia Sportswear has revealed a significant development in its partnership with space exploration company Intuitive Machines. The company's advanced fabrics, originally designed for outdoor wear, will protect and insulate the IM-2 Athena lander during its forthcoming lunar mission, which is set to launch from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center.
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Company
Columbia Sportswear
Location
Portland, Oregon, United States
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Columbia Sportswear Company has assembled a portfolio of brands for active lives, making it a leader in the global active outdoor lifestyle apparel, footwear, accessories, and equipment industry. Founded in 1938 in Portland, Oregon, the Company's brands are today sold in approximately 90 countries. In addition to the Columbia® brand, Columbia Sportswear Company also owns the Mountain Hardwear®, SOREL® and prAna® brands.