Luxury – Leather looks like the way forward for struggling Kering

29 October 2024 Luxury – Leather looks like the way forward for struggling Kering Bottega Veneta’s store in the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II in Milan, which opened earlier this year. Luxury group Kering has reported revenue of €12.8 billion for the first nine months of 2024, down by 12% compared to the same period last… Continue reading Luxury – Leather looks like the way forward for struggling Kering

Jaguar E-Type commemorated

29 October 2024 Jaguar E-Type commemorated Bridge of Weir Leather writes on LinkedIn: Congratulations to Jaguar Classic on the unveiling of two exclusive E-Type Commemorative models, commissioned 50 years after the iconic original ceased production. The timeless interiors of the two rarefied models feature Bridge of Weir leather seats hand‑woven and stitched with matching black… Continue reading Jaguar E-Type commemorated

Argentina – Modifications to Foreign Exchange Restrictions could help promote trade

29 October 2024 Argentina – Modifications to Foreign Exchange Restrictions could help promote trade After almost ten months of being in an exchange control straitjacket, there are signs that the government of President Javier Milei is taking the first steps to ease restrictions for US dollars and so lubricate foreign trade. One of the first… Continue reading Argentina – Modifications to Foreign Exchange Restrictions could help promote trade

A Crisis in AI: Why Nvidia Dominates, and What It Means for the Future

28 October 2024 Future – The AI Eco-System A Crisis in AI: Why Nvidia Dominates, and What It Means for the Future Andrey Golub writes on LinkedIn: The current AI ecosystem is unsustainable, driven by a heavy reliance on Nvidia and its GPU technology. While Nvidia thrives, with smaller manufacturers attempting to carve out a… Continue reading A Crisis in AI: Why Nvidia Dominates, and What It Means for the Future

IULTCS launches Newsletter for leather industry

28 October 2024 IULTCS launches Newsletter for leather industry Breaking News in Leather Science! IULTCS is proud to announce the launch of Newsleather, the ultimate newsletter for the leather community. Stay ahead with the latest trends, innovations, and research shaping our industry. From sustainable practices to cutting-edge technology—this is your one-stop source.   It’s FREE… Continue reading IULTCS launches Newsletter for leather industry

China: not all bad news for luxury brands

28 October 2024 China: not all bad news for luxury brands Image shows a newly opened Hermès store in Shenzhen, the brand’s largest in southern China. Analysts from Boston Consulting Group (BCG) have said 2024 is proving to be a problematic year for luxury brands in China, but have insisted that not all the news… Continue reading China: not all bad news for luxury brands

Leatherbiz Market Intelligence: Tensions build in raw material discussions

25 October 2024 Leatherbiz Market Intelligence: Tensions build in raw material discussions Cosco Logistics The latest edition of Leatherbiz Market Intelligence went live on October 22 and is available in the Intelligence section of the website. By Leatherbiz. Main talking points this time are the different reactions on the buyer and seller sides of the… Continue reading Leatherbiz Market Intelligence: Tensions build in raw material discussions

Leather and Footwear

25 October 2024 Leather and Footwear Lydia Howard, designer and footwear consultant, writes on LinkedIn: I want to talk about Leather: I’m always looking to expand my knowledge on certain topics regarding footwear development, so I might offer deeper insight into the industry and make responsible decisions for my clients. One of these topics is… Continue reading Leather and Footwear

COTANCE on the Defense of Natural Materials

25 October 2024 COTANCE on the Defense of Natural Materials In our October newsletter, you can read COTANCE, European Confederation of the Footwear Industry (CEC), International Fur Federation & International Wool Textile Organisation coming together to defend natural materials in front of a fast-fashion-inspired PEF for Apparel and Footwear (A&F). Building on our recent joint… Continue reading COTANCE on the Defense of Natural Materials

Europe – Even von der Leyen is convinced that the EUDR is thus inapplicable

24 October 2024 Europe – Even von der Leyen is convinced that the EUDR is thus inapplicable Even the President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen has come to terms with it. The EUDR is thus inapplicable, so either it is postponed or alternative solutions are developed. Certainly, after the German Chancellor Olaf… Continue reading Europe – Even von der Leyen is convinced that the EUDR is thus inapplicable