11 November 2024 Automotive Luxury One4Leather writes on LinkedIn: The Rolls-Royce Cullinan Series II redefines luxury, focusing on unmatched craftsmanship, mainly through its genuine leather interior. Each leather hide is carefully selected to meet Rolls-Royce’s exacting standards, resulting in a cabin that radiates quality and sophistication. Beyond just comfort, the Series II introduces advanced leather perforation… Continue reading Automotive Luxury
11 November 2024 More LWG Certificates for Sadesa Sadesa recognized for Environmental Commitment once again! We’re proud to announce that our Kabinburi plant has successfully renewed its GOLD Environmental Certificate from the Leather Working Group. This prestigious recognition underscores our ongoing dedication to sustainability and highlights Sadesa as a leader in the industry. At Sadesa,… Continue reading More LWG Certificates for Sadesa
8 November 2024 Italian teachers become students of leather The Santa Croce-based Italian tanners association L’Associazione Conciatori has hosted the second edition of Tanning Orienteering – an initiative to help school teachers learn more about tanning and leather so they can encourage students to enter the sector. By Leatherbiz. The project, supported by national tanning… Continue reading Italian teachers become students of leather
8 November 2024 Industry figure Lisa Howlett passes away Former tanner and International Council of Tanners (ICT) President Lisa Howlett has passed away unexpectedly. By ILM. She ran the family-owned Auburn Leather, which made leather laces, until 2018 when it was acquired by ISA TanTec, before retiring in 2021. She was also President of Leather… Continue reading Industry figure Lisa Howlett passes away
8 November 2024 Survey by “Which?” Magazine – Which? is the best material for car interiors When it comes to selecting the right material for automotive interiors, durability, aesthetics, and comfort are key considerations. A recent survey by Which? involving over 4,200 respondents, revealed some significant findings about the performance of faux leather in furniture,… Continue reading Survey by “Which?” Magazine – Which? is the best material for car interiors
7 November 2024 Tibet – Seasonal Relocation by Herders https://www.aplf.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Video.mov Francis Tsang writes on LinkedIn: We just resettled down in a winter home! Seasonal migration is a practice common in certain Tibetan communities. Herders and farmers move their yaks and other livestock to different pastures depending on the season. This movement is often referred… Continue reading Tibet – Seasonal Relocation by Herders
7 November 2024 Rumours point to Moncler acquiring Burberry Media reports have suggested that Italian luxury brand Moncler is considering a takeover bid of British luxury fashion brand Burberry. By ILM. Burberry is due to report its first half results in the middle of November, but saw revenue decline significantly in its first quarter, appointed… Continue reading Rumours point to Moncler acquiring Burberry
7 November 2024 Expected declines for VF Corp in second quarter VF Corporation has reported its financial results for the second quarter of the 2025 fiscal year, when revenue was down 6% year-on-year to US$2.8 billion. By ILM. Against the previous quarter, the result was a decline of 10%. The North Face had a drop… Continue reading Expected declines for VF Corp in second quarter
6 November 2024 Brazil-South America: Minerva foods completes acquisition of Marfrig assets Minerva Foods has finalised its acquisition of key assets from Marfrig Global Foods, enhancing its position in the South American meat processing industry. The deal, which includes processing plants and distribution centres in strategic locations, strengthens Minerva’s operations in Brazil, Argentina, and Uruguay.… Continue reading Brazil-South America: Minerva foods completes acquisition of Marfrig assets
6 November 2024 Prada Group reports significant growth in nine-month update Prada Group has reported its financial results for the first nine months of 2024, when net revenues grew by 15% year-on-year (18% at constant currency) to €3.83 billion/ By ILM. The company had retail sales of €3.43 billion for the period, growing by 15%… Continue reading Prada Group reports significant growth in nine-month update
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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.
