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ICHSLTA addresses key industry challenges at ACLE

The International Council of Hides, Skins, and Leather Traders’ Associations (ICHSLTA) met on September 3 during the All China Leather Exhibition (ACLE) in Shanghai to discuss pressing issues affecting the global hides, skins and leather trade. Read More...

Difficult first half for Chinese leather sector

In a reflection of global market conditions and the initial impact of trade tariffs, the first half of 2025 saw a decline in output for the overall Chinese leather and leather products industries according to the latest data from the China Leather Industry Association (CLIA). Read More...

Busy ACLE provides some optimism

As the second day of the All China Leather Exhibition (ACLE) closed on September 4, most exhibitors were happy with the number of visitors at the show. However, underlying weakness in the global leather supply chain remains a concern. Read More...

China and U.S. working together on leather tariffs

Speaking at the All China Leather Exhibition (ACLE) in Shanghai on September 3, Chen Zhanguang, Vice Chairman of the China Leather Industry Association (CLIA), said that his organisation was engaged with his U.S. counterparts to mitigate the impact of trade tariffs between the two large economic countries. Read More...

ACLE underway in Shanghai

Taking place in its 27th year since its inaugural event in 1998, the 25th edition of the All China Leather Fair (ACLE) welcomed the leather industry together after a volatile summer period dominated by trade tariffs and subdued global market conditions. Read More...