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SLF rolls out Partner Profiles and QR codes

Published: August 8, 2022

The Sustainable Leather Foundation (SLF) has added dynamically linked Partner Profiles and QR codes to its offering.

Korean tariff suspension presents opportunity for Australian beef

Published: July 20, 2022

After the South Korean government announced a suspension of import tariffs, Meat and Livestock Australia (MLA) has identified an opportunity for Australian beef.

Burberry to cease using exotic leather

Published: May 23, 2022

British luxury brand Burberry has confirmed it will no longer be using exotic leathers in future collections.

Bangladesh eyes US$10 billion exports by 2030

Published: March 15, 2022

The commerce ministry of Bangladesh has set a target of US$10-12 billion in leather and leather goods exports by 2030.

(Un)intended environmental consequences of the vegan agenda

Published: September 22, 2020

Veganism is often presented as the solution to our environmental, health and animal welfare problems. But is it? Although, the majority of vegans believe any material that is not derived from animals is fine, many miss the fact that globally thousands of perfectly useable hides and skins (for making leather) are currently thrown away on a daily basis (estimates suggest 15-25%), while many of the alternatives that are marketed as ‘vegan’ use up natural resources and many are fossil-fuel derived from non-renewable carbon sources.

New addition to Leather Naturally’s Board of Management

Published: June 18, 2020

Federico Roth is the latest edition to Leather Naturally’s Board of Management. He will support Luis Zugno in the Education team.

Capri Holdings announces phased reopening of global stores

Published: May 29, 2020

On May 28, the global fashion group, which owns the Versace, Michael Kors and Jimmy Choo brands, unveiled the details of a phased reopening plan for its global store operations.

Aston Martin appoints new Chief Executive

Published: May 27, 2020

The Board of Aston Martin Lagonda Global Holdings announced on May 26 that Dr Andy Palmer is stepping down as President and Group Chief Executive.

Talking Point

Published: March 5, 2020

In a new editorial feature for 2020, ILM asks a few key industry players about the burning topics that are currently affecting the sector. This time we want to know: What are your predictions and challenges for the year ahead?

Organisational changes at ISA TanTec’s sales team

Published: September 30, 2019

The international tanning Group has announced three structural changes in sales.