RYU Apparel Inc.

Description

RYU Apparel Inc., commonly known as RYU, is an urban athletic apparel firm that operates in the manufacturing of apparel and accessories industry. In 2015, a team of industry experts saw the opportunity to exploit the underserved athletic market and led the RYU brand towards setting a standard to produce tailored innovative products for urban athletes.

The Vancouver-based clothing brand is involved in the development, manufacturing and commercialization of apparel, bags and accessories for athletic men and women. The company offers a wide range of products – Tees, shorts, pants, hoodies, pullovers, bomber jackets, wind shell jackets, tank tops, crop tops, drop hoodies, long jackets, sports bras, ultra-light and mesh top wears, and other such apparels for both men and women.

In accessories, the company offers various types of carry systems, which include quick packs, duffle bags, backpacks, locker packs, waist bags, and flex packs. The RYU products are designed and engineered to facilitate fitness and training of multi-sports athletes and optimize their human performance.

The athletic brand operates various manufacturing facilities located in North America and Asia -- China and Vietnam. The brand conducts pre-manufacturing operations, which includes testing the offerings, in its headquarter in Vancouver.

The company has its revenue-driving operation in the United States and Canada. However, a significant part of revenue comes from Canada.

The crux of company’s operations -- “Respect Your Universe” -- is contained in its name RYU. The apparel manufacturer ensures that materials and fabrics utilized in its products are sustainably sourced.

The company uses BLUESIGN®-certified fabrics to empower the environment friendly and sustainable fabrics sphere. The BLUESIGN System enables sustainable textile manufacturing by eliminating toxic substances.

The company officially sponsors the NFL Alumni Academy, a training program that exclusively develops and supports NFL-ready players. The Academy provides critical solutions to NFL teams for injury replacements during the season. In April 2021, the company provided the new “movement matters” RYU collection to the NFL athletes and coaches.

RYU Apparel, incorporated in December 2014, is a public company listed on the TSX Venture Exchange where its common shares are traded under the ticker symbol RYU. The company also trades it shares on the US OTCQB Market and the Frankfurt Stock Exchange under the stock quotes RYPPF and RYAA, respectively.