1888
Scottish-born John Boyd Dunlop invented the Pneumatic Bicycle Tyre and formed the Dunlop Pneumatic Tyre Company.
1893
The Dunlop Pneumatic Tyre Company opened a branch and factory in Melbourne.
1929
Dunlop begins manufacturing rubber boots.
1937
Dunlop entered the sporting goods market with the acquisition of Empire Racket Co.
1939
The Dunlop Volley was invented, inspired by tennis player and Dunlop employee Adrian Quist.
1969
Dunlop entered the underwear and socks market with the acquisition of Holeproof and Berlei Hestia Ltd.
1971
Dunlop acquired Grosby and created the branded footwear business.
1985
Pacific Brands was formed as a consumer goods division of Pacific Dunlop.
1987
Pacific Brands strengthened its position in the underwear and hosiery market with the acquisition of Bonds.
1995
Pacific Brands entered the outwear market with the acquisition of Boydex International.
2000
Pacific Brands developed the branded footwear business acquiring the Australian licenses for Clarks and Hush Puppies.
2000
Pacific Brands was one of the largest suppliers to the 2000 Sydney Olympic Games.
2001
KingGee, Razzamatazz and Stubbies joined Pacific Brands with the acquisition of Sara Lee Apparel.
2001
Pacific Brands was acquired by CVC Asia Pacific and Catalyst Investment Managers.
2003
Pacific Brands acquired Kolotex Hosiery.
2004
Following a highly successful flotation, Pacific Brands was listed on the ASX and NZX.
2005
Pacific Brands acquired Sheridan.
2007
Pacific Brands became a market leader in the workwear category acquiring the Yakka Group including brands such as Hard Yakka and Can't Tear 'Em.
2007
Pacific Brands acquired the streetwear division of Globe International incorporating brands such as Mossimo, Mooks and Stussy.
2011
Pacific Brands moves into the premium streetwear market acquiring the license for Diesel Australia.
