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David Peters joins Leather Naturally Supervisory Council

Published: November 25, 2022

Leather Naturally has announced the appointment of David Peters to the organisation’s Supervisory Council.

Louis Vuitton inaugurates exotic leather workshops

Published: February 23, 2022

LVMH has inaugurated two new exotic leather workshops in France for the Louis Vuitton brand.

New leather industrial cluster for Nigeria

Published: September 21, 2021

Abia State government has reportedly signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Total Value Integrated Services Limited for the building of an industrial cluster for leather, garments and allied products producers.

Stahl launches renewable carbon polyurethanes range

Published: April 19, 2021

The Netherlands headquartered global chemical specialist has launched a range of renewable carbon-based polyurethanes called NuVera, replacing petroleum-based chemicals, which the company says will enable manufacturers to reduce their environmental footprint.

Bentley to launch branded luxury residential accommodation

Published: April 13, 2021

Bentley has revealed development plans for the first Bentley-branded luxury residential tower, Bentley Residences. Property developer Dezer Development will partner with the luxury automaker to design and build the tower, working with architectural firm Sieger Suarez Architects.

APLF’s Michael Duck appointed to new role at Informa Markets

Published: January 20, 2021

Informa Markets has announced the appointment of Michael Duck as Executive Vice President – Commercial Development across its global business.

Boxmark Leather expands manufacturing site in Bosnia

Published: November 13, 2020

Leather upholstery specialist Boxmark Leather has reportedly started to build a new manufacturing facility in Bosnia.

Kering opens new headquarters in Japan

Published: October 15, 2020

The French luxury conglomerate has announced the opening of its new headquarters in Omotesando, Tokyo’s high fashion district, where its brands Gucci, Saint Laurent and Boucheron already have stores on the main avenue.

Law Tanning invests US$2.5 million in expansion

Published: September 29, 2020

The renovation of an old building as a new storage site would enable the tannery to expand its manufacturing capacity.

Former U.S. tannery owner ordered to pay environmental fine

Published: May 19, 2020

The former tannery owner, who pleaded guilty in December 2018, has been ordered to pay over US$350,000 to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for expenses incurred in removing hazardous waste.