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Targus today announced the publication of its 2026 Global Sustainability Report, providing an in-depth update on the company’s purpose-driven progress across circular product design, sustainable innovation, and strengthened accountability.

Throughout the 2026 report, Targus outlines its annual environmental progress, actions aligned to five priority UN SDGs, and its roadmap and commitments through 2030.

Key 2026 Highlights

EcoSmart Milestones: Targus has now recycled more than 53 million plastic bottles into its EcoSmart® product line, equivalent to an estimated savings of 3 million lbs. of CO₂ emissions compared to virgin plastic. In the past year, Targus also continued to broaden its portfolio of products designed with sustainable materials, including the introduction of new EcoSmart docking stations made from 75% recycled post-consumer plastics and aluminum, alongside premium laptop bags like HeritageLuxe and an expanded range of eco-engineered tech accessories.

Sustainable Packaging: Marking an important milestone in the company’s sustainability journey, 95 percent of Targus packaging is now fully recyclable, with an average of 50 percent made from recycled or compostable materials. The company has also eliminated problematic single-use plastics from all its packaging.

Increased Global Reporting with Stronger Results: 

• EcoVadis Bronze Rating: Targus currently holds a Bronze Sustainability Medal from EcoVadis. This achievement ranks Targus among the top 35 percent of sustainable companies, globally.
• Walmart Project Gigaton: The company has achieved Giga Guru status for three years in a row, recognizing leadership in supply chain emissions reduction.
• Scope 1, 2, and 3 Emissions Transparency & Reductions: The company continued rigorous reporting across Scope 1, 2, and measured Scope 3 emissions, including a reduction in location based Scope 2 from 134 Mt CO₂e (2023) to 100 Mt CO₂e (2025) through efficiency and renewable energy initiatives. 

Looking Ahead
Targus is on a mission to achieve a brighter future by driving real and meaningful change to help safeguard people and our planet. 

You can also follow Targus on their sustainability journey on the Targus blog.

Targus®, a global leader in mobile computing accessories, today introduced its 2026 product range, engineered to help work simply, securely, and productively in an increasingly mobile, always-connected world. The new collection will be showcased at CES 2026, the world’s most influential technology event, held from January 6^th-9^th in Las Vegas.

This year’s lineup addresses the realities of modern mobility with a modular travel backpack, enhanced privacy and security solutions, and EcoSmart® USBC/USB4 mobile docks that deliver high-performance connectivity in compact, eco-conscious designs.

Carry. Protect. Connect: Meet the Targus 2026 lineup

CARRY: Voyager EXP Travel Backpack

The 17″ Voyager EXP Travel Backpack is created for mobile professionals and frequent travelers seeking adaptable storage and reliable device protection. Its modular design gives mobile professionals and frequent travelers unmatched flexibility. Using its removable garment straps, this versatile pack easily switches from a travel pack to a traditional backpack while also allowing users to expand from 27L to 30L.  It offers a patented checkpoint friendly design and a dedicated laptop compartment with SafePort® Sling Protection to safeguard devices in transit. The backpack also includes lockable zippers, an RFID-blocking pocket, and a MOLLE system for modular organization. A ventilated back panel, ergonomic shoulder straps, and a trolley strap ensure comfort and seamless movement through airports, commutes, and long haul travel.

Available Now | SRP: $89.99

PROTECT: Cable Locks and Privacy Screens

As mobile work continues to grow, device and data security have become critical requirements. With a laptop stolen every 53 seconds and most data breaches linked to lost or stolen hardware, organizations and mobile professionals require reliable, easy to deploy protection solutions. Targus’ latest security offerings are engineered to help safeguard devices and sensitive information in high-traffic, public environments.

The Ultimate Universal Hybrid Combination Lock is engineered for flexibility and control. Its hybrid design combines a self-resettable 4-digit combination for individual convenience with a serialized master code for IT management, stored securely in the DEFCON cloud portal for easy and secure retrieval. This dual-code system ensures employees can personalize their lock while IT teams maintain centralized access for compliance and recovery. It also delivers durable, tamper-resistant physical security for laptops and compatible devices. The lock’s universal design supports a wide range of hardware, making it suitable for mixed-device deployments across organizations of all sizes.

Available Now | SRP: $49.99 (single); $1,249.75 (25‑pack)

4Vu™ Magnetic Privacy Screens

Targus 4Vu Magnetic Privacy Screens deliver instant protection from visual hacking without the hassle of complex installation. Engineered with a thin, lightweight magnetic design, these screens attach seamlessly to a laptop’s frame. This allows users to safeguard sensitive information in seconds while preserving a crisp, clear viewing experience straight on. Designed to complement a wide range of laptop models, the 4Vu Magnetic Privacy Screens strike the perfect balance of convenience, clarity, and security, so professionals can work confidently anywhere.

Available: Now | SRP: $44.99–$49.99

CONNECT: Next-Gen EcoSmart® Mobile Docks

Targus’ next generation mobile docks are made with up to 75% recycled materials and offer workstation class connectivity in a compact, travel-friendly form factor. Supporting USB-C or USB4, the lineup includes 140W Extended Power Range (EPR) pass through charging*, up to dual 4K or single 8K video output, high speed 10Gbps ports, SD and microSD card readers, and Gigabit Ethernet. The docks are compatible with Windows®, macOS®, ChromeOS™, and Android™, making them a versatile solution for hybrid workers who require reliable performance across multiple devices and platforms.** Models include DOCK403, DOCK427, DOCK402, and DOCK429, offering scalable connectivity for varied work environments.

Available: Q1–Q2 2026 | SRP: $104.99–$139.99

Meet Targus at CES 2026

Targus will showcase its new 2026 lineup at CES Unveiled (Table #435) at The Mandalay Bay Convention Center on the evening of January 4, and in The Venetian Exhibition Suite #35‑106 during CES, January 6-9.

Targus today announced the release of its new 2025 Global Sustainability Report. The comprehensive report provides an in-depth look at how Targus is continuing to advance sustainability with increased transparency and mutual accountability and shares its forward-looking roadmap through 2030.

Throughout this report, Targus communicates what it is doing to support common sustainability goals and its vision for the future by aligning its journey with five of the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) where the company believes it can make the most meaningful positive impact. It begins with an overview of the company’s year-over-year progress and carbon footprint results – reinforcing our commitment to transparency and continuous improvement. The second section focuses on the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) that the company has prioritized and the actions it is taking to support them. The final section presents a roadmap including a look at its long-term goals and commitments through 2030.

Key 2025 Achievements:

• EcoSmart® Milestones: Targus has now recycled over 37 million plastic bottles into its EcoSmart® product line, to date, equivalent to 2,257,191 lbs. CO₂ emissions compared to virgin plastic. In the past year, Targus has launched several new EcoSmart products, including its Geolite laptop cases, Terra EcoSmart Backpacks, Avila women’s collection, HeritageLuxe executive backpack, and EcoSmart™ mouse and keyboard bundles.
  
• Sustainable Packaging: Over 95 percent of Targus packaging is now fully recyclable, with an average of 50 percent made from recycled or compostable materials. The company has also eliminated problematic single-use plastics from all of its packaging.
  
• Increased Global Reporting and Certifications with Stronger Results:
  
  • EcoVadis Bronze Rating: Targus has earned a Bronze Sustainability Rating from EcoVadis in 2025. This signifies that Targus ranks among the top 35 percent of sustainable companies, globally, and is advancing its sustainability progress faster than the industry.
    
  • Walmart Project Gigaton™: The company has achieved Giga-Guru status for the second consecutive year, recognizing leadership in supply chain emissions reduction.
    
  • Scope 1, 2, and 3 Emissions Reporting: Targus has established a clear CO₂ footprint reduction strategy that aligns with the UN SDGs through Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 reporting across its global network.

Looking Ahead

Targus is on a mission to achieve Net Zero Carbon Emissions by 2050 by driving real and meaningful change to help safeguard our planet for future generations. Read the report at Targus.com.

Targus today announced the availability of its new VersaVu Bluetooth Keyboard Cases in North America and EMEA. These versatile, slim keyboard cases are made to upgrade the latest iPad models to a laptop-like experience, while keeping them protected.

Combining laptop-like functionality with practical protection, the VersaVu Bluetooth Keyboard Cases boast various, standout features like patented 360-degree rotation for seamless portrait and landscape viewing, an adjustable kickstand for comfortable typing, viewing, sketching, and reading angles, a full QWERTY backlit keyboard with large multi-touch trackpad and media keys, and mil-spec drop-rated protection made from high-quality materials and components. All three cases pass MIL-STD 810G to ensure they can protect iPads from drops up to four feet.

The VersaVu Bluetooth Keyboard Cases are designed to fit the latest iPad models including:

• THZ967US, a multi-gen model for iPad Air (M2) 11-inch, iPad (10th gen) 10.9-inch, iPad Air (5th and 4th gen.) 10.9-inch & iPad Pro (4th, 3rd, 2nd and 1st gen.) 11-inch
• THZ988US for iPad Pro® 11-inch (M4)
• THZ989US for iPad Pro 13-inch (M4)

Head to Targus.com for additional product details, pricing, and availability.

Targus today announced that it has now recycled 37 million plastic bottles to date with 4.7 million water bottles in the past year alone by turning them into post-consumer recycled materials that are used in more than 60 products, including its laptop cases, tech accessories, and docking stations. Additionally, the company has achieved its goal of making 95% of its packaging fully recyclable while continuing to improve its global sustainability performance ratings with EcoVadis, Project Gigaton™, and THESIS.

 In 2008, Targus began incorporating recycled materials into its EcoSmart® laptop bags by turning plastic water bottles into fabric. Since then, the company has evolved this approach by introducing recycled ocean-bound plastic to its laptop cases, as well as post-consumer recycled plastic to its tech accessories. For example, its award-winning ErgoFlip™ EcoSmart™ Mouse and Sustainable Energy Harvesting EcoSmart Keyboard comprise 85 percent post-consumer recycled (PCR) materials, operate on ultra-low powered Bluetooth®, and come in recycled packaging. Just in the past year, the company has launched 17 new EcoSmart products, such as its latest GeoLite™ EcoSmart Collection, Avila™ laptop bags for women, and EcoSmart keyboard/mouse bundles.

Targus today announced that it has introduced its modular 15-16” Work+™ EcoSmart® Backpack (TBB657GL). This 2-in-1 backpack is designed specifically for mobile workers to stay organized and productive anywhere, while keeping their valuable tech and gear safe and protected.

This versatile 2-in-1 backpack enables people to work more productively, securely, and comfortably in any environment while keeping their valuable tech and other everyday essentials organized and secure. Designed to complement their on-the-go lifestyles, the 15-16” Work+ EcoSmart Backpack easily transforms from a daypack to tech pack, while offering several features and benefits that provide ultimate organization, versatility, and peace of mind. A detachable tech organizer keeps devices and small accessories neatly stored, accessible, and secure when carried in and outside of the bag. The backpack’s secure, magnetic clasp keeps a laptop and tablet secure for the long haul, while its adjustable Multi-Flex Strap converts from a sternum strap to a trolley strap, to a security or utility strap.

 It also has spacious front and rear compartments to flexibly manage and optimize storage space for multiple items, lockable compartments, and a hidden side pocket to stash smaller, must-have items. The backpack’s expandable side pocket is perfect for storing a water bottle or tripod, and a soft-lined top access pocket adds a touch of luxury. As an added bonus, the backpack’s interior is made from Global Recycle Standard (GRS)-certified materials equivalent to seven water bottles, making it a smarter choice for the planet.

Priced at $74.99 SRP, the 15-16” Work+ EcoSmart Backpack is now available for sale at Targus.com and participating retailers.

Targus has announced the arrival of new SafePort® Rugged Max Cases designed for the latest iPad models. Ideal for users in a classroom, field, or on the go, these military-grade cases are made to withstand the elements without compromising on functionality or style.

Proven to withstand drops up to six feet* and contamination from fluids (MIL-STD 810G), these rugged cases are made to withstand the elements, while clever features like covered screen protection, an integrated stylus holder, and integrated kickstand boost productivity. Plus, a clear back cover with reinforced corner protection lets users safely show off their iPad’s colorful look and asset tag for easy scanning. And for those on the move or little hands that need more support, the adjustable silicone hand strap keeps their iPad more accessible and secure. The cases also have covered buttons to block dust and dirt while allowing access to ports and camera and an integrated holder for Apple Pencil or stylus.

The SafePort Rugged Max Cases can be purchased now at Targus.com or participating retailers worldwide for $69.99 – $77.99 SRP. Models include:

• THD966GL (iPad Air® 11-inch (M2), iPad Air® 10.9-inch (5th and 4th gen.) and iPad Pro 11-inch (4th, 3rd, 2nd and 1st Gen))​
• THD967GL (iPad Pro 11-inch (M4))​
• THD968GL (iPad Air® 13-inch (M2) and iPad Pro® 12.9-inch (6th, 5th, 4th, 3rd gen.))​
• THD969GL (iPad Pro 13-inch (M4))