Automotive – The many ironies of vegan car interiors

30 December 2021 Automotive – The many ironies of vegan car interiors Many consumers are being sold EVs on the premise that they are a more environmentally friendly option because they don’t use fossil fuels. Going a step further, some also claim that their vegan leather car interiors are more ‘sustainable’ because they are leather-free.… Continue reading Automotive – The many ironies of vegan car interiors

Brazilian Leather – Viladelco Brazilian Leather Industry

28 December 2021 Brazilian Leather – Viladelco Brazilian Leather Industry Regardless the time of the year, the fashion trends, the place or the style, leather is and will ever be an elegant and sophisticated option for the most different clothes and accessories. Jackets, pants, shoes and purses give a beautiful rustic accent to any look… Continue reading Brazilian Leather – Viladelco Brazilian Leather Industry

Automotive – Bentley excels in interior luxury design

28 December 2021 Automotive – Bentley excels in interior luxury design “A total of eight three-color combinations are on offer in Mulliner spec, each of which includes a distinctive accent line that weaves its way throughout the interior.     The diamond theme continues not only on the hand-stitched seats and patterned door inserts, but… Continue reading Automotive – Bentley excels in interior luxury design

Zeology Nominayed for the Green Product Award

28 December 2021 Zeology Nominayed for the Green Product Award Nera’s sustainable leather tanning agent Zeology is nominated for the Green Product Award 2022. The Green Product Award is the award for sustainable market changers.The nominees will be evaluated by an international jury that will determine the winner. In addition to the jury prize, a… Continue reading Zeology Nominayed for the Green Product Award

South America – Argentine meat suffers from inflation and demands less protectionism

24 December 2021 South America – Argentine meat suffers from inflation and demands less protectionism Argentine meat suffers from inflation. The Federación de Industrias Frigoríficas Regionales Argentinas (FIERA) is one of the main associations of slaughterers in the South American country. And FIFRA is asking the government to reduce taxes on meat and to introduce… Continue reading South America – Argentine meat suffers from inflation and demands less protectionism

Leather industry challenges misinformation

24 December 2021 Leather industry challenges misinformation Time to put the record straight: the leather industry fights back   Leather UK recently issued a ‘Global Leather Industry Position Statement on Leather Alternatives’. Supported by various organisations including ICT (International Council of Tanners), ICSHLTA, IULTCS, COTANCE and Leather Naturally, it sets out the key reasons why… Continue reading Leather industry challenges misinformation

Leather Gift Bag for Christmas – Hidesign recommends a classy bag

24 December 2021 Leather Gift Bag for Christmas – Hidesign recommends a classy bag This year surprise your loved ones with a gift that they’ll love even when the season is over, writes Hidesign.     Featuring the Brick Lane crossbody. Handcrafted with the finest full-grain, vegetable-tanned leather, this compact bag with clean lines, has… Continue reading Leather Gift Bag for Christmas – Hidesign recommends a classy bag

Brazil – Footwear sector is expected to grow more than 12% in 2021

23 December 2021 Brazil – Footwear sector is expected to grow more than 12% in 2021 With more than five thousand factories that directly employ around 280 thousand people throughout Brazil, the footwear sector is expected to grow more than 12% in 2021. The estimate is from the Brazilian Association of Shoe Manufacturers (Abicalçados). Growth… Continue reading Brazil – Footwear sector is expected to grow more than 12% in 2021

Footwear – Clarks back to their roots!

23 December 2021 Footwear – Clarks back to their roots! Clarks Originals has teamed up with one of our long term partners End for an incredible Wallabee collection dubbed “Oxford Flowers.”   The intricate floral patterns on the suede uppers represents some of the most impressive embossing in the brands history. Available in six vibrant… Continue reading Footwear – Clarks back to their roots!

Leatherbiz Market Intelligence – Automotive leather is the 2022 wildcard

23 December 2021 Leatherbiz Market Intelligence – Automotive leather is the 2022 wildcard Our last Leatherbiz Market Intelligence report of the year is now live in the Intelligence section of the website for subscribers to read.     In the report, we offer a review of 2021 and look forward to next year. This time… Continue reading Leatherbiz Market Intelligence – Automotive leather is the 2022 wildcard