Renata Sartori retains seat on Leather Working Group board
Renata Sartori has retained her position on the Leather Working Group (LWG) board following the organisation’s latest board renewal. Read More...
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What sets ACLE 2026 apart?
The global leather industry has returned to Shanghai for the 26th All China Leather Exhibition (ACLE), running from September 1–3 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC). Read More...
Minerva expects U.S. cattle supply to remain tight
Minerva Foods expects the U.S. cattle market to remain under pressure as the country works through a prolonged period of herd contraction, creating further opportunities for beef exporters from South America. Read More...
ESG and chemicals take centre stage at ACLE 2026
The All China Leather Exhibition (ACLE)enters its second day in Shanghai, with attendees reporting a positive start despite the show being smaller than in previous years. Read More...
ACLE 2026 opens in Shanghai
The All China Leather Exhibition (ACLE) 2026 has opened today in Shanghai, bringing together buyers, manufacturers and suppliers from across the leather supply chain, covering hides and skins, crust and finished leather, chemicals, machinery, components and new materials. Read More...
Bentley introduces 100% Merino wool for interiors
Bentley has expanded its interior materials offering with the new Torcal cabin, introducing Merino wool alongside new wood and aluminium finishes. Read More...
Lear Corporation reports strong Q2 results
Lear Corporation has reported strong second-quarter 2026 results, with higher sales, earnings and cash flow, alongside continued margin improvement across its Seating and E-Systems businesses. Read More...
Costs remain key concern for tanners, survey shows
The leather industry has reported a modest improvement in business conditions in 2026, although rising costs and ongoing market uncertainty continue to weigh on tanneries, according to the latest ILM Tanner Business Confidence Survey 2026. Read More...
U.S. beef market strains under pressure
The U.S. beef market is facing a combination of tight domestic cattle supplies, record-high prices and political pressure over how to increase supply and reduce costs for consumers. Read More...
Chinese stock pressure limits price gains
Could ACLE be heading for a quieter year? One hide trader expects attendance to fall from recent levels. Read More...
