2025 marks a historic milestone for Helly Hansen. The Norwegian brand, a technical benchmark for outdoor professionals and enthusiasts, has received six Red Dot Design Awards, the most ever achieved in a single year since its founding.
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This award recognizes the brand’s ability to innovate in diverse fields—from mountaineering to skiing, from trekking to workwear—confirming the brand’s versatility and design strength.
An award that makes the difference
The Red Dot Design Award is one of the world’s most prestigious design competitions, with entries from over sixty countries. The international jury evaluates the most innovative products, recognizing cutting-edge materials, functionality, and groundbreaking design. For Helly Hansen, which for over 140 years has developed technical solutions tested by professionals in the planet’s most extreme conditions, this result confirms its consolidated leadership.
The awarded products
- The Odin Ultimate Infinity Jacket
Designed with Mountain Madness mountain guides, this three-layer shell features a PFC-free Lifa Infinity™ membrane, offering uncompromising waterproofness and breathability. It features a helmet-compatible hood, pit zip ventilation, and a packable design, making it suitable for the most demanding alpine expeditions. The jury recognized it for its low weight and thoughtful functionality. - Atlas Infinity Stretch Jacket
A freeride and all-mountain ski jacket featuring the innovative Lifa Infinity™ Stretch, a waterproof, breathable, and stretchy membrane. It features taped seams, a powder skirt, and multiple pockets, including the Life Pocket+™ that protects your phone battery in freezing conditions. Its athletic fit and freedom of movement earned it a win in two categories: Sport Equipment and Innovative Design. - Arctic Patrol Down Parka
Developed with researchers from the Greenland Project, this expedition-ready parka features RDS-certified down insulation, high-strength fabric reinforcements, and a modular construction to withstand arctic conditions. It features spacious cargo pockets, an adjustable hood with faux fur trim, and a design designed for layering. It won over the jury with its ability to combine extreme protection with lightweight performance. - Ascender Mid HT
A hiking boot from the Verglas line, constructed with a reinforced mesh upper and recycled synthetic overlays. It features a waterproof and breathable Helly Tech® membrane, an HH® Arch-Brace support system, a cushioned EVA midsole, and a high-traction rubber outsole with a multidirectional tread. Ideal for long hikes with heavy loads, it won over judges for its stability, comfort, and sustainability. - Magni Evolution Winter Jacket
Part of the Magni collection dedicated to outdoor professionals, it is constructed with reinforced Cordura® fabrics, PrimaLoft® Black Eco insulation, and a Helly Tech® Professional membrane. The design includes an adjustable hood with visor, anti-infiltration cuffs, and ergonomic pockets. The combination of durability, warmth, and freedom of movement has made it a winner in the Workwear category.
Innovation without borders
From the highest mountains to construction sites exposed to the elements, Helly Hansen demonstrates how research and design can go hand in hand, resulting in reliable, high-performance and safe products.
The award-winning garments will be available starting in autumn 2025, online and in official stores.
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