30 December 2024 Dr Luis Zugno – New Chair of Leather Naturally Big news from us: Dr. Luis A Zugno has been appointed Chair of the Leather Naturally Management Board! Luis currently works as the Global Innovation Manager for chemical manufacturer Buckman. He also serves as the Executive Secretary for IULTCS, after having previously held… Continue reading Dr Luis Zugno – New Chair of Leather Naturally
30 December 2024 Lauding the Qualities of Leather Sylvain Bussiere, CEO Tanneries Roux To me, leather isn’t just a material; it’s a passion that has shaped my life. I am endlessly grateful for everything this journey has brought me and continues to bring. As we approach the end of the year, I want to celebrate… Continue reading Lauding the Qualities of Leather
27 December 2024 USA – FDRA celebrates New Affiliates We’re thrilled to share that FDRA welcomed 41 new members in 2024, strengthening our community and advancing the footwear industry together! A big thank you to our new members for joining us on this journey—we’re excited to serve your footwear needs. Looking to become an FDRA… Continue reading USA – FDRA celebrates New Affiliates
27 December 2024 The Mercedes-Maybach SL 680: A New Standard in Automotive Craftsmanship Mercedes-Maybach’s SL 680 Monogram Series sets a new benchmark for combining functionality and elegance in a modern vehicle. The interior showcases the brand’s focus on craftsmanship, using sustainably tanned MANUFAKTUR Exclusive Nappa leather throughout. This high-quality material covers the seats, door panels,… Continue reading The Mercedes-Maybach SL 680: A New Standard in Automotive Craftsmanship
27 December 2024 Italy – Education for Tanning by UNIC The Tanning Orienteering project, promoted by UNIC – Italian Tanneries, continues with a training purpose that we could define as 2.0. Because – speaking of leather, the industry that produces it and the related professional opportunities it offers – not only students should be sensitized… Continue reading Italy – Education for Tanning by UNIC
24 December 2024 Italy – Loan to help attain ESG goals Gruppo Mastrotto continues its journey toward sustainable growth with the support of a €25 million ESG-linked loan from Crédit Agricole Italia. This funding recognizes our dedication to achieving ambitious and measurable ESG goals. The loan will drive two key sustainability projects: extending Life Cycle… Continue reading Italy – Loan to help attain ESG goals
24 December 2024 India’s Traditional Recycling System Finds New Groove to Tackle Modern Challenges Nonprofit Global Alliance for Textile Sustainability Council (GATS) is a collaborative platform for recyclers, manufacturers, brands, policymakers, academic institutions and industry experts to address challenges related to circular economy practices. Founder-Director Parvinder Singh talks about the GATS mission to make the… Continue reading India – Textiles: India’s Traditional Recycling System Finds New Groove to Tackle Modern Challenges
24 December 2024 Trade – UK joins CPTPP The United Kingdom has officially joined the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). Together with the UK – Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (UKVFTA), this move encompasses significant opportunities for economic growth and enhanced collaboration among the two nations. Since establishing a Strategic Partnership in 2010,… Continue reading Trade – UK joins CPTPP
23 December 2024 Automotive – Driving Sustainability Forward: The Power of Bio-Based Materials in Automotive Design Did you know that leather, as a natural and highly bio-based material, stands out as a sustainable choice for automotive interiors? At Pangea, we’ve optimized leather-making processes to create end products with an impressive 85-95% bio-based content—a significant leap… Continue reading The Power of Bio-Based Materials in Automotive Design
23 December 2024 Europe – EUDR, from the EU a confirmation (the most awaited) and four openings First of all, a confirmation comes from the European Parliament: that of the agreement reached in the Trilogue for the 12-month postponement of the entry into application of the EUDR Regulation. Hallelujah: the process triggered by the Commission’s… Continue reading Europe – EUDR, from the EU a confirmation (the most awaited) and four openings
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.
