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Faurecia sees sales drop 10% in Q3

Published: October 28, 2021

The car parts manufacturer has posted a 10% drop in sales for the third quarter of 2021 as semiconductor shortages continue to cause production delays in the automotive sector.

Stahl increases prices by 15% globally

Published: October 25, 2021

Global leather chemical manufacturer Stahl has announced a hike of 15% on all wet-end and finishing chemicals worldwide, with immediate effect.

Leather product makers look for delay compensation

Published: October 12, 2021

Restrictions and lockdowns have resulted in production delays for leather goods manufacturers in Vietnam, and now foreign customers are cancelling and demanding compensation, according to the Vietnam Leather, Footwear and Handbag Association (Lefaso).

CCC “digitises” 750 European stores

Published: October 6, 2021

CCC, the Polish footwear retail group has announced the “digitisation” of 750 of its stores in Central Europe, which are now equipped with “e-kiosks”, providing customers with an online shopping option in-store.

PrimeAsia’s LCA results spotlight the value of responsibly made leathers

Published: July 22, 2021

In the second quarter of 2021, PrimeAsia introduced a complete Life Cycle Assessment to its customers and partners internationally. The 12-month project involved the collection of 3000+ data points from 11 different supply chain configurations and five countries.

Calling out car makers on their hypocrisy

Published: July 1, 2021

In February and March, BMW Group owned brand Mini and Volvo Cars have become the latest major car manufacturers to have announced a departure from leather in the interiors of their next generation vehicles. Both companies cited a move towards greater sustainability amid a host of green initiatives, including a focus on electric mobility, and stated that going forward they would offer fabric or leather alternatives instead.

Qualus secures additional £1 million financing

Published: June 2, 2021

The provider of sustainable solutions to the tanning industry has secured £1 million (US$1.4 million) of financing in a round led by Irrus Investments.

Lectra completes the acquisition of Gerber Technology

Published: June 2, 2021

The French technological solutions provider has finalised the acquisition of all outstanding shares of Gerber Technology for €175 million plus five million newly issued Lectra shares to AIPCF VI LG, Gerber Technology’s sole shareholder.

Rolls-Royce best first quarter results to date

Published: April 9, 2021

Across the BMW, Mini and Rolls-Royce brands, BMW Group has delivered a total of 636,606 vehicles, up 33.5%, and achieved a record high for the first quarter of 2021. Rolls-Royce Motor Cars had its best first quarter results in its 116-year history.

Salvatore Ferragamo invests in customer experience

Published: February 25, 2021

The Italian fashion label is seeking to amplify the understanding of customers' emotions and to establish a direct personal connection.