A problematic Australian winter for sheep and lambs
Livestock supply numbers for sheep and lamb for the backend of the Australian winter and early spring have remained problematic. Read More...
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China’s leather industry exports decline in Jan-July 2026
China’s leather industry recorded a decline in exports over the first seven months of 2026, while imports increased, according to statistics published by the China Leather Industry Association (CLIA) covering January to July 2026. Read More...
No relief for Latin American hide supplies
According to local industry sources, September brought no relief on the supply side for hides from Latin American origins. Read More...
Pre-registration open for APLF Asean 2026
Taking place November 17-18, APLF Asean 2026 serves to remind the leather industry of the important role Indonesia plays in the regional manufacturing supply chain. Pre-registration for the event is open. Read More...
Muirhead reveals leather solutions for overnight rail
Muirhead, the Scottish Leather Group brand, has been named a specialist material partner for a new overnight rail interior concept unveiled by transport and product design consultancy PriestmanGoode at InnoTrans 2026 in Berlin. Read More...
HMP Humber prisoners given role in leather recycling programme
Leather brand Exiled has partnered with HMP Humber to involve select, sanctioned male prisoners in the pre-production of leather used in its product lines. Read More...
Vietnam targets greater raw material independence
Aggregated local sources have reported that Vietnam’s footwear industry is prioritising domestic raw material production as it seeks to strengthen supply-chain resilience and move towards higher-value manufacturing. Read More...
Nike’s share price reflects a dramatic loss of momentum
Nike’s share price has fallen sharply from its 2021 peak as the sportswear giant works to reverse declining sales, rebuild wholesale relationships and restore momentum in its product offering. Read More...
Serbian tannery enters liquidation
A Serbian leather processor has entered liquidation following a significant decline in revenue and employment. Read More...
Inditex reports 7.6% sales growth in first half of 2026
Spanish fashion retailer Inditex reported a solid performance in the first half of 2026, supported by strong customer reception of its Spring/Summer collections and continued execution of its integrated business model. Read More...
