20 June 2024 Environmental Stewardship Pangea Made writes on LinkedIn: When you think of sustainability – do you think of leather? If not, you should! At Pangea, our commitment to environmental stewardship, ethical practices, and social responsibility drives everything we do. This year, we’ve made significant strides in reducing our carbon footprint, conserving energy and… Continue reading Environmental Stewardship
19 June 2024 Research – Tests show that vegan materials do not biodegrade, whereas genuine leather does Brett Mathews, Editor @ Apparel Insider, writes on LinkedIn, that vEGAN’ LEATHERS FAIL TO DECOMPOSE IN ISO TESTS: New Turkish research found genuine bovine leather composted completely in just over one month while new ‘vegan’ alternatives failed to… Continue reading Research – Tests show that vegan materials do not biodegrade, whereas genuine leather does
19 June 2024 SATRA’s intensive leather course returns in July The 2-day course is aimed at manufacturers, sourcing companies and retailers of all types of footwear, leathergoods, gloving, garments, accessories and upholstery. It is ideal for newly appointed, as well as more experienced technologists, designers and buyers. Day 1: Understanding, making and using leather Raw… Continue reading SATRA’s intensive leather course returns in July
19 June 2024 Vietnam demand drives US wet blue export growth Figures for the first four months of 2024 show that, while overall hide exports from the US are down in volume and value, wet blue exports continue to grow. By Leatherbiz. Tanners, traders and packers from the US exported a total of just over… Continue reading Vietnam demand drives US wet blue export growth
18 June 2024 Regenerative Farming It feels like regenerative farming is having a spotlight moment right now. And with a new film ‘Wilding’ being released today, this may trigger even more conversations! https://lnkd.in/euTaCCZ9 The documentary tells the story of British farming pioneers, Isabella Tree and Charlie Burrell and their Knepp Estate. It’s a fascinating journey… Continue reading Regenerative Farming
18 June 2024 Automotive acquisition Poltrona Frau writes on LinkedIn that we are pleased to announce the acquisition of a majority stake in KJ Ryan Ltd, a company focused on the development and manufacturing of high-end interior components for luxury cars. Based in Coventry, UK, KJ Ryan brings over 150 skilled employees and strong partnerships… Continue reading Automotive acquisition
18 June 2024 Portugal – Footwear industry invests boldly The Portuguese footwear industry is investing €600 million by 2030 to become a significant alternative to Italian shoe production, according to Luís Onofre, president of the Portuguese footwear association APICCAPS. By Footwearbiz. This strategic plan focuses on qualification, sustainability, flexibility, and market presence, with 24 measures… Continue reading Portugal – Footwear industry invests boldly
17 June 2024 Automotive – Leather: The Sustainable Choice for Automotive Interiors A recent study by MDPI underscores the environmental benefits of using leather in automotive interiors over synthetic alternatives such as vegan leather, leatherette, Piñatex®, and Desserto®. By One4Leather. Leather’s superior biodegradability is a key advantage, significantly reducing its environmental footprint. When treated with… Continue reading Automotive – Leather: The Sustainable Choice for Automotive Interiors
17 June 2024 Repairability of leather Francis Tsang, co-founder of the ChromeFree Leather Alliance, writes on LinkedIn that one way to help make your leather boots last is by having them repaired. Our Vibram Group Sole Factor workshop is located in Shenyang City, China, and offers various repair services such as resoling, repairing broken eyelets… Continue reading Repairability of leather
17 June 2024 Leatherdays conference concludes in Salzburg The 2024 FILK Leatherdays conference concluded on June 13. By Leatherbiz. A total of 25 presentations were delivered at the in-person event. Nearly 200 delegates participated in the conference, which took place in Salzburg, Austria at the request of the Austrian leather association VOLT and was organised… Continue reading Leatherdays conference concludes in Salzburg
We bring leather, material and fashion businesses together: an opportunity to meet and greet face to face. We bring them from all parts of the world so that they can find fresh partners, discover new customers or suppliers and keep ahead of industry developments.
We organise a number of trade exhibitions which focus on fashion and lifestyle: sectors that are constantly in flux, so visitors and exhibitors alike need to be constantly aware both of the changes around them and those forecast for coming seasons.
