Sportswear
Founded in 1996 by professional skateboarder Pierre Senizergues. Acquired by Swiss board sports company Nidecker in 2024, with Senizergues staying on as CEO and retaining a minority stake.
Company Ownership
Sole Technology Inc
USA
Nidecker SA
owns 80% of Sole Technology Inc
SWI
Board sports
Founded in Switzerland in 1887 by Henri Nidecker, the company has been passed down 5 generations. Acquired Sole Technology in 2024.
Company Assessment
(Last updated Mar 2026)
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Sole Technology Inc
Praise
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1/5 on Good On You
This company owns brands rated 'We Avoid' by Good On You, whose rating system considers the most important social and environmental issues facing the fashion industry to assess a brand's impact on people, the planet and animals.
Source: Good On You
(2021)
Fur free retailer
This retailer has committed to being a fur free retailer, as recognised by the International Fur Free Retailer Program.
Source: Fur Free Retailer
(2026)
Nidecker SA
No assessment data currently available for Nidecker SA.
Company Details
Type:
Subsidiary
Founded:
1996
Contact Details
Products / Brands
Sole Technology
Emerica
Skate Shoes
Etnies
Skate Shoes