1946
OUR HERITAGE
1963
Odd Roar Lofterød founds ODLO in Oslo.
Our nylon cross-country race suit revolutionizes the sport.
1972
At the Sapporo Olympics, 25 teams wear ODLO competition apparel.
2002
1986
We relocate to Switzer land and launch the groundbreaking three layer principle.
Our newest innovation, ‘Effect’, incorporates antibacterial silver into the materials to put an end to unpleasant odors.
1994
We expand our expertise into running and outdoor products.
BORN IN NORWAY ENGINEERED IN SWITZERLAND
2017
2018
Who would think to use the cooling properties of ceramic in clothing? That’ll be us – innovating once again as we launch the pioneering Ceramicool technology.
Innovation continues with Ceramiwool, Ceramiwarm and F-Dry. We also begin a ground-breaking collaboration with Zaha Hadid Design.
2006
Not one, but two major breakthroughs as we unveil Cubic, an ultra-lightweight knitted fabric and Just One, which has incredible moisture management.
2012
Evolution Greentec is launched, the first seamless underwear from 100% recycled materials.
2016
We celebrate our 70th anniversary and introduce our new brand claim, ‘Engineers of Active Layers since 1946’.
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