16 June 2023 Sustainability measures continue at Desma Footwear technology developer Desma has completed a project to put photovoltaic cells onto the roof of one of the buildings at its headquarters in Achim in northern Germany, writes Footwearbiz. The solar panels cover an area of around 1,000 square-metres on the roof of production… Continue reading Sustainability measures continue at Desma
15 June 2023 Leatherbiz Market Intelligence – Evidence of ongoing high stock levels A new Leatherbiz Market Intelligence report went live on June 13. It makes the suggestion that, in the current climate of rising prices, there may be bargains available to buyers of shoes, furniture and other leather products. For some time… Continue reading Leatherbiz Market Intelligence – Evidence of ongoing high stock levels
15 June 2023 Germany – TFL to present on bisphenols at Freiberg Leather Days At the upcoming Freiberg Leather Days, co-organised by VGCT and FILK, leather chemicals business TFL will present on the topic of bisphenols in leather, writes ILM. The event will take place from June 28-29, 2023, at the Nikolaikirche in Freiberg, Germany,… Continue reading Germany – TFL to present on bisphenols at Freiberg Leather Days
15 June 2023 Leather Naturally on longevity…… How can we ensure that we benefit from the durability and longevity of leather? Proper care is crucial to keep leather beautiful for longer. Realise the real benefits of leather in a world where more and more people are in favour of slow consumption of products that are… Continue reading Leather Naturally on longevity……
14 June 2023 ILM Podcast: News Bulletin 12/06/23 – EU adopts due diligence rules This week’s bulletin includes stories on the EU’s new corporate due diligence rules, a leather sourcing update from John Lewis, Bader’s 2022 sustainability report and more. This 10-minute podcast is designed to give you an overview of some of… Continue reading ILM Podcast: News Bulletin 12/06/23 – EU adopts due diligence rules
14 June 2023 Tuscany – Leather artisans inspire new Fendi collection Leathergoods artisans at Fendi’s accessories factory in Tuscany have provided inspiration for the brand’s latest menswear collection, writes Leatherbiz. Its head of menswear and accessories, Silvia Venturini Fendi, has told the Financial Times that, rather than Rome or Milan, she deliberately chose… Continue reading Tuscany – Leather artisans inspire new Fendi collection
14 June 2023 United Kingdom – The Handbag Clinic launches luxury aftercare plan UK-based luxury restoration and resale company The Handbag Clinic has announced the launch of The Inner Circle, a “unique 360° luxury care plan”. Report by ILM. The new plan will reportedly allow owners of luxury accessories to “effortlessly maintain the… Continue reading United Kingdom – The Handbag Clinic launches luxury aftercare plan
13 June 2023 Footwear – Timberland all revved up and ready to go! An almost 30-year veteran of athletic footwear company Nike, Archie McEachern, has been named vice-president and chief merchandising officer, a newly created role, at VF-owned safety and work shoe brand Timberland. Report by Footwearbiz. Mr Archie McEachern Mr McEachern, who… Continue reading Footwear – Timberland all revved up and ready to go!
13 June 2023 Dow specialists to discuss new technology in webinar On June 26, silicone specialists from Dow will present a webinar on the company’s new silicone feel modifier technology, writes ILM. Dow has developed new silicone feel modifier technology designed to address the growing demand for a more sustainable footprint in natural… Continue reading Dow specialists to discuss new technology in webinar
13 June 2023 All you need to know about yaks SHOKAY Responsible Yak Wool writes on LinkedIn that they have advocated for the yak and its wool for over 17 years and for a good reason. It’s warm, soft, ethically sourced and sustainable. Choosing the right suitable fibre is crucial as a designer/buyer.… Continue reading All you need to know about yaks
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.
