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BMW turns to voluntary cuts for 8,000 workers

The German automotive group is set to reduce its global workforce by around 8,000 employees by the end of 2027, as mounting pressure on the automotive industry forces the German manufacturer to accelerate cost-cutting measures. Read More...

Thai leather giant faces financial pressure

Samut Prakan-headquartered Chai Watana Tannery Group has reported a quarterly loss attributable to owners of the parent of THB36.5 million (US$1.11 million) for the period ended June 30, 2026, according to Reuters. Read More...

Rolls-Royce interiors: Reaching for the cosmos

Charlotte Veal, General Manager, Interior Trim Centre and Victoria Sherratt, Bespoke Development Manager, Interior Trim Centre, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, discuss how Rolls-Royce is evolving its use of leather in response to shifting customer expectations, sustainability demands and technological innovation, while maintaining its hallmark craftsmanship in a changing automotive landscape. Read More...