Palladium
KP Global · France
Palladium is a French footwear brand best known for lightweight cotton canvas boots. Wikipedia states that Xtep acquired it in 2019 and created KP Global to hold it, and that KP Global was later sold to its controlling shareholder Ding Shuibo and family. It is headquartered in Lyon.
| Founded | 1947 (infobox); text refers to a 1920 origin |
|---|---|
| Headquarters | Lyon, France |
| Owner | KP Global (Ding Shuibo family) |
| Previous owner | Xtep (2019 to c. 2024) |
| Segment | Footwear |
| Website | palladiumboots.com |
What is Palladium?
Palladium is a French footwear brand headquartered in Lyon. It is best known for lightweight cotton canvas boots with a military and outdoor heritage.
History
Wikipedia's infobox gives 1947 as the founding year, while its text says the company was first established in 1920 to supply aviation equipment such as tyres; the page does not explain the difference, and no founder is named. Product milestones listed include the Pallabrouse combat boot in 1947, the Pampa boot in 1949, Palla Louvel basketball shoes in 1951 and Pallatennis sneakers.
Ownership
Xtep acquired Palladium in 2019 and created KP Global to hold the brand. About five years later, Xtep sold KP Global to its controlling shareholder Ding Shuibo and his family, so the brand is currently described as owned by KP Global under the Ding family.
Products and positioning
The range centres on canvas boots and sneakers, with seasonal collaborations. A Stranger Things themed footwear line was released in 2025. The brand sits in the mid-market segment.
- Canvas boots
- Pallabrouse and Pampa lines
- Sneakers
- Collaboration collections
Why it matters
Palladium shows how a military-era French boot brand became a lifestyle footwear label and then passed through Chinese sportswear ownership. Its recent ownership path is relevant for readers following cross-border consolidation in footwear. Distribution channels were not documented in the source used.
Frequently asked questions
Who owns Palladium?
According to Wikipedia, Palladium is held by KP Global, which Xtep created when it acquired the brand in 2019. Xtep later sold KP Global to its controlling shareholder Ding Shuibo and family.
Where is Palladium from?
Palladium is a French brand headquartered in Lyon. It is best known for canvas boots.