Covid-19: shirts, live talks on Instagram, 3D printing... equipment manufacturers are taking action

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Percara Calcio's Errea shirt designed by a young fan and chosen by the supporters - ©  D.R.

Errea (ITA) has activated its partnership with Pescara Calcio 1936 (Serie BKT) by offering young fans the chance to design a new shirt that the players will wear "during preparation matches for the next round of the championship," announced the club on 16/04/2020. "Many young designers have tried their hand at expressing their desire for victory against Covid-19," said the club, while it's fans were able to vote on their favourite of the final three selected shirts via social media.

Thierry Henry, Mario Balotelli and Kevin-Prince Boateng took part in a live chat on Instagram organised by Puma on 16/04/2020. During this live event, the German brand ambassadors discussed their careers with Thierry Henry, former French international and now coach of Montreal Impact (MLS).

adidas and Carbon, its 3D printing supplier, have combined their technological expertise to produce protective masks/screens for the entire US healthcare workforce via 3D printers. "Through our support and the quick production turnaround that 3D printing enables, Carbon has been able to scale production from 18,000…

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Percara Calcio's Errea shirt designed by a young fan and chosen by the supporters - ©  D.R.

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