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LHCA signs on to endorse Protein PACT

Published: July 27, 2022

The Leather and Hide Council of America (LHCA) has announced that it has signed on as an endorser of the Protein PACT, following a vote by the association’s executive committee.

Bridge of Weir publishes LCA results

Published: July 21, 2022

Bridge of Weir Leather has published its independently verified life cycle analysis (LCA) data, claiming that it is the first automotive leather manufacturer in the world to do so.

Podcast: Cotance President addresses industry challenges

Published: May 23, 2022

In the latest ILM podcast episode, Tom Hogarth and Martin Ricker are joined by Manuel Rios, President of Cotance and owner of Spanish sheepskin tannery Inpelsa.

What effects has COP26 had for the leather industry?

Published: November 26, 2021

While much of the world waited and hoped during COP26 that the world leaders present would make some noticeable commitment to correcting the climate change path we have all found ourselves heading towards, the leather industry waited to see if methane would be a priority in those commitments and how tightly leather would be linked to the issue. Tom Hogarth breaks down the fallout and what we can expect going forward.

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.

Sustainable Leather Forum underway in Paris

Published: September 13, 2021

Hundreds of delegates have gathered at the Palais Brongniart in Paris to hear industry leaders discuss the sustainable future for leather on September 13.

ASTM International and EUROCAE sign memorandum of understanding

Published: August 31, 2021

Global standards organisation ASTM International has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the European Organization for Civil Aviation Equipment (EUROCAE).

Dercosa rated LWG Gold for another two years

Published: November 18, 2020

The extensive audit was performed by the Leather Working Group (LWG) in Dercosa’s facilities at the end of October.

Tyson Foods to pay US$60 million in bonuses

Published: April 1, 2020

The U.S. meatpacker said it will pay approximately US$60 million in “thank you” bonuses to 116,000 frontline workers and lorry drivers in the U.S., who are supporting the company’s operations to provide food during the COVID-19 pandemic.

USHSLA comments on proposed EU regulation on animal goods imports

Published: November 7, 2018

The U.S. Hide, Skin and Leather Association (USHSLA) has submitted comments to the European Commission commending its efforts to standardise and simplify the model certificates for the importation of animal products, including hides and skins, into the EU.