Helly Hansen Backpack

Helly Hansen is a renowned brand specializing in professional-grade gear for oceans and mountains. Founded in 1877 in Moss, Norway, the brand began when sea captain Helly Juell Hansen found a better way to stay protected from the harsh Norwegian elements by applying linseed oil to cotton canvas.

Over the decades, the brand became a pioneer in waterproof and breathable fabrics. Its manufacturing is now decentralized across various global locations, primarily in Asia (Vietnam, China, and Bangladesh) to handle large-scale textile production. In 2018, the brand reached a major milestone in its corporate history when it was acquired by the Canadian Tire Corporation, moving its ultimate ownership to Canada while maintaining its design headquarters in Oslo, Norway.