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SDU announces two-year research project in Bangladesh

Published: July 27, 2022

The University of Southern Denmark (SDU) has announced a two-year action-based research project on the tanning industry in Bangladesh.

Brazilian footwear meets with Mercosur over Argentinian restrictions

Published: July 20, 2022

The Brazilian Footwear Industry Association (Abicalçados) has met with Mercosur to discuss concerns around Argentina’s import restrictions.

Leather goods prioritised in 2021-24 export policy

Published: March 30, 2022

The government has confirmed its 2021-24 export policy with high priority for 14 sectors to boost foreign-currency earnings.

Pakistan Mega Leather Show 2022 opens in Lahore

Published: January 28, 2022

The Pakistan Mega Leather Show (PMLS) 2022 trade fair has begun at Lahore Expo Centre, running from January 28-30.

Portuguese footwear industry to invest €140 million over three years

Published: January 7, 2022

Led by APICCAPS and the Portuguese Footwear Technological Centre (CTCP), the footwear industry in Portugal will invest €140 million (US$158 million) over the next three years with a focus on sustainability and innovation.

A beautiful concept

Published: July 13, 2021

A word. A simple word. Three easy syllables that merge smoothly despite being in a foreign language. Yet a beautiful word representing an even more beautiful concept.

Argentina suspends beef exports for 30 days

Published: May 19, 2021

Argentina, one of the world's largest exporters of beef, has suspended foreign sales of beef for 30 days to combat price increases, the government reported.

Ethiopian tanneries shut down due to foreign currency shortage

Published: December 21, 2020

Leather product manufacturers and tanneries in the East African state are said to be shutting down their processing facilities due to foreign currency

Bangladesh’s leather export target revised

Published: October 14, 2020

Investors from Japan, Taiwan and Vietnam have been in contact with leather goods and footwear manufacturers in Bangladesh, according to local media reports.

Foreign demand for beef drives growth at Minerva

Published: July 31, 2020

Strong foreign demand for beef was one of the key drivers of positive results at Minerva Foods, the biggest meat exporting company in South America during Q2 this year.