As part of the arrangement, products from Timberland's portfolio will be available through various premium department stores across the country, besides its own outlets. "With rapidly-growing fashion and retail sectors, we believe India will become a key market for us," Timberland president and chief executive officer Jeff Swartz said in a statement.
Commenting on the tie-up, Reliance Brands President and CEO Darshan Mehta said, ". . .we are excited to help drive the expansion of Timberland into India".
Timberland is a US-based firm, which makes premium footwear, apparel and accessories. It is present throughout the North America, Europe, Asia, Latin America, South Africa and West Asia.
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