20 April 2022 Europe – European Commission moves to protect handmade regional products For the first time ever, the European Commission has published a framework for protecting the intellectual property of manufacturers of products that rely on “the originality and authenticity of traditional practices from their regions”, writes Leatherbiz Leathergoods and footwear producers… Continue reading Europe – European Commission moves to protect handmade regional products
20 April 2022 New President for ICT in 2023 The International Council of Tanners (ICT) has confirmed the appointment of Bekir Burak Uyguner as its new vice-president. He will take up the role of ICT president in 2023, succeeding Professor Mwinyikione Mwinyihija, reports Leatherbiz. Bekir Burak Uyguner is a board member of Turkish… Continue reading New President for ICT in 2023
20 April 2022 Leatherbiz Market Intelligence – The direct effect of China’s lockdowns Our latest Leatherbiz Market Intelligence newsletter is available for subscribers to read in the Intelligence section of the website from April 19. It says that, on top of the human suffering that the war in Ukraine has caused, the wider world is… Continue reading Leatherbiz Market Intelligence – The direct effect of China’s lockdowns
19 April 2022 Burger king participates in Regenerative Agriculture This week, we were proud to announce our partnership with Cargill and National Fish and Wildlife Foundation to support cattle ranchers who are committed to addressing climate change by improving grassland management through regenerative agriculture practices. As the Home of the Whopper, and one… Continue reading Burger king participates in Regenerative Agriculture
19 April 2022 Regenerative leather – How sustainable leather is supported by regenerative agriculture Sustainability is a key term for many industries, including leather production. It relates to the economic, social, and environmental aspects of a sector. Companies will often talk about profit, people, and the planet because viability requires consideration of all three. ‘Sustainable… Continue reading Regenerative leather – How sustainable leather is supported by regenerative agriculture
19 April 2022 Automotive – Mercedes unveils final Virgil Abloh collaboration Mercedes-Maybach has unveiled its final Project Maybach collaboration with the late fashion designer Virgil Abloh, writes ILM. Designed in partnership with Mercedes‑Benz Group AG Chief Design Officer Gorden Wagener in 2021, the vehicle was finalised before Abloh’s untimely passing in November 2021… Continue reading Automotive – Mercedes unveils final Virgil Abloh collaboration
14 April 2022 Strong growth for French leather exports France’s leather sector achieved export revenues of almost €14.7 billion in 2021, an increase of 23% compared to the year before, reports Leatherbiz. These figures, released by the country’s main leather industry body, the Conseil National du Cuir, include raw and tanned hides and… Continue reading Strong growth for French leather exports
14 April 2022 Rankings – Leathergoods big names in the top ten most valuable fashion brands London-based market research firm Brand Finance has named five leathergoods brands in its top ten for the fashion industry for 2022, reports Leatherbiz. Leathergoods brands Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Chanel, Hermès and Cartier appear on the list, in… Continue reading Rankings – Leathergoods big names in the top ten most valuable fashion brands
14 April 2022 Austria – Eco-Label Blue Angel We are happy to inform you that Wollsdorf has recently successfully passed the “Blue Angel” recertification for environmentally friendly leathers. Back in 2011, we received the eco-label for our furniture leather collections for the first time. More information: Wollsdorf
13 April 2022 World Leather Day confirmed for 2023 The Leather Working Group (LWG) and Leather Naturally (LN) have confirmed that World Leather Day will take place in 2023 after a successful inaugural celebration. World Leather 2022, which took place on March 30, gave given the industry an opportunity to showcase the material… Continue reading World Leather Day confirmed for 2023
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.
