The European Footwear Confederation (CEC) has rallied behind a series of initiatives aimed at strengthening workforce skills, boosting research investment and tightening rules on online marketplaces as the sector prepares for the green and digital transition. Read More...
FILK Leather Days will once again return to Freiberg, Germany, taking place from June 9–10, 2027. Read More...
The German leather chemists and technicians’ association (VGCT) presented its annual awards during the second day of the 14th Freiberg Leather Days conference in Freiberg, Germany, on July 1. Read More...
The second day of Freiberg Leather Days 2026 conference focused on practical solutions for the leather industry's future, with presentations covering PFAS regulation, sustainable processing technologies, chemical compliance, digitalisation and artificial intelligence (AI). Read More...
Today was the first day of the 14th Freiberg Leather Days, which brought together researchers, chemical suppliers and leather industry experts to discuss sustainability, regulatory developments and new technologies shaping the sector. Held in Münster, Germany, the programme covered topics ranging from nitrogen management and life cycle assessment to emerging chemical restrictions and traceability tools. Read More...
Cotance has outlined its priorities for the European leather sector following a series of meetings in Brussels in June, including the first Steering Committee meeting of the SER2026 project, the annual Social Sectoral Dialogue Committee meeting and its Annual General Assembly. Read More...
The Erasmus+ funded VETting Green project concluded in March 2026 after more than two years of work addressing greenwashing in the footwear and apparel sectors. Read More...
The European Commission has adopted new measures under the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) to prevent the destruction of unsold apparel, clothing accessories and footwear. Read More...
The Erasmus+ Blueprint METASKILLS4TCLF project is advancing efforts to modernise education and close skills gaps across Europe’s Textile, Clothing, Leather and Footwear (TCLF) industries. Read More...
The European Union (EU) is drawing up a €72 billion package of retaliatory tariffs against the United States, even as it intensifies last-minute efforts to avoid a full-scale trade war. Read More...
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