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with services that exceed expectations . today is no different we re thrilled to entertain you with the first international issue of detail bata s first digital only magazine . detail not only celebrates the bata brand and its very latest collections but provides you with the highest quality editorial content including beauty and styling advice up to the minute fashion news revealing interviews a peek at the latest style trends and much more . take a look . prepare to be inspired . detail magazine is free and available for download here and will be soon available for download on apple s newsstand and android s google play . more about bata about bata about our shoes bata operating companies are grouped into business units . it makes sense to us to operate locally . this way we can share expertise when it comes to similarities in markets and business issues . each group benefits from synergies specific to their requirements . that includes similarities in product development sourcing and marketing support . it s another example of how bata s global success is in reality made of thousands of local successes . bata founded by tomas bata in austria hungary continues as a family run business . today our headquarters are in lausanne switzerland but our operations separate geographically into three divisions . bata europe is based in italy and operates 500 stores offering fashionable footwear . many of our innovative fashion lines originate at our italian center . the world class shoe innovation center just outside venice supplies many of the exclusive lines found in bata stores throughout europe . bata international serves customers in much of asia the pacific and africa through its 3 000 stores and many dealers . it is supervised from singapore . bata international operates shoe innovation centers in several countries as well as 23 factories to serve individual markets . bata latin america is based in mexico city . bata is the leading retailer of shoes in latin america . we re also the leading marketer of children s branded footwear more about bata about bata bata the leading shoe brand in india you might be surprised to learn that bata is the most popular shoe brand in india . ahead of adidas ahead of reebok and puma . according to a 2013 study of india s most attractive brands by the trust research advisory tra bata is the shoe brand that india loves best . and in that same study bata came in eleventh out of all brands including automotive technology and food . this amazing vote of confidence reflects a long and deeply rooted relationship . what makes bata so attractive bata s appeal comes from the concept created by the brand s founder shoes and accessories for the whole family at affordable prices that are both fashionable and of the highest quality . from the beginning the focus was on satisfying customers and understanding their needs including their affinity for style . the brand s reputation and visibility in india are a testament to everything bata stands for says pierre murbach global media & content manager at bata brands in switzerland . it shows that we are doing things right and it reflects on everyone in every country . bata an economic powerhouse as the driving force behind the shoe manufacturing industry in india the brand founded by tomas bata has become a way of life for millions of indians . and the great success in india helps to strengthen bata s international presence 5 000 shops in almost 70 countries one million customers served every day and a guinness world record for having sold over 14 billion pairs of shoes . bata 11 out of 1000 out of the more than 1000 brands that were included in the tra study in categories ranging from personal accessories to cars to food & beverages only 10 products ranked higher than bata . this distinction is proof of the trust placed in the brand and the recognition touches all of the work carried out in our shops and production plants . for it is not just shoes but also the performance of an industry that is being acknowledged . about the most attractive brands study the indian study is the most comprehensive and detailed survey of its kind . it is based on 36 traits mined from 3 million data points from primary research conducted across 16 cities . over 1 900 brands are identified in the research and the top 1 000 are listed . the sample size is 2 050 consumer influencers . more about bata about bata bata publishes its sustainability review of 2016 the bata life sustainability review 2016 complements our online bata life web pages www.batalife.com which we launched in 2015 and is regularly updated . this review takes a snapshot of our business today and the steps we are taking toward being a sustainable business . the content covers 2014 and 2015 and unless otherwise stated the data relates to the period from 1st january to 31st december 2015 . what we have tried to do in this review is set out a framework for reporting to assist our employees and stakeholders in understanding how we organize and manage the risks and opportunities linked to sustainability issues throughout our value chain . from 2016 we will begin the process of formally assessing our most material issues to manage and report on . we will move to an annual reporting cycle and we will work towards aligning our disclosures in line with the internationally recognized reporting framework developed by the global reporting initiative . looking to 2016 and beyond we will continue to ensure that sustainability becomes an integral part of bata s business strategy decision making and disclosures . this will not be about honoring our great heritage and extending our legacy ; we recognize that as a multinational company we have a broader responsibility to harness our global networks and expertise and the passion of our people to contribute to the sustainable development goals and climate solutions . we are pleased to share our progress in this and future reports and we encourage your feedback on our targets performance and opportunities . download the bata sustainability review 2016 pdf 12.6 mb more about bata bata relaunches 1936 classic bata tennis more about bata about bata bata life our sustainability approach responsibility and sustainability are part of bata s dna hallmarks of the enterprise from the very beginning . our long standing mission has always been to create better lives for our employees our customers and the communities in which we operate by working toward a more just and sustainable future . the bata life website charts our journey in this critical area documenting the many actions we have taken to help the environment and our communities . read more www.batalife.com more about bata about bata bata announces sponsorship deal with e sports team bata brands is thrilled to announce its sponsorship agreement with exes esport one of the most promising e sports teams in europe and for our company to be involved with the exciting world of professional video game competition widely known as e sports . exes esport is a french electronic sports association founded in 2008 . exes esport has four teams participating in popular games such as league of legends counter strike shootmania and call of duty . the team finished second in the european gaming league s egl8 in 2012 and went on to win the egl9 in 2013 . that same year they also won the gears of war judgment cup in france . in 2014 exes esport won the eurocup cs go and finished second at the gamers assembly and the lanex 18 . they will be participating in the 2014 electronic sports world cup eswc taking place in october in paris . pierre murbach brand and digital media manager at bata brands in switzerland said video game culture has become more and more popular showing a large increase in both viewership and prize money . e sports game tournaments are already selling out giant arenas with some events attracting audiences larger than those for major traditional sporting events . more than 70 million people worldwide watch e sports over the internet or on tv according to estimates by superdata research april 2 2014 . there are also tv channels devoted largely to e sports and the uk s first e sports bar recently opened in london . as a major player in the world of fashion bata has always paid special attention to emerging trends which influences the events and teams the company sponsors . bata became an official sponsor of the fifa world cup in 1986 the year that included such memorable moments as diego maradona scoring the hand of god goal as well as the goal of the century against england . today bata is again breaking new ground with its sponsorship of competitive gaming added pierre murbach . more about bata our products foot care feet for life pain free do you grin and bear foot pain day after day many people think foot pain is normal but that s a myth . if your feet hurt don t put up with the pain take action . many foot problems are related to overuse syndromes . when we consider that it takes about 1 000 foot strikes to walk a mile it s easy to appreciate how the smallest foot irritation can escalate and cause trouble . foot pain often builds up gradually and stubbornly persists unless the cause is addressed . here are some helpful tips for keeping your feet happy and comfortable prevention is the first step . ill fitting shoes can aggravate foot problems so be sure to wear comfortable shoes that fit well . if a shoe feels uncomfortable when you first try it on it will likely