Act on plastics and unlock leather’s potential
Mike Redwood looks at the importance of the championing of leather and the removal of plastics. Read More...
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Panel set up to audit tanning pollution in Vellore
The local government of Vellore, India, has set up a panel to audit the extent of damage caused by the tanning industry, untreated sewage and sand mining. Read More...
Kashmir tanneries in decline without support
Tanneries in Kashmir, India, have reported that hide prices are down to a third of what they once were as the industry is in decline. Read More...
Tough situation for Argentina despite improvement
Argentina’s leather industry is seeing improvement, but the tough economic environment is still a major problem, according to the latest analysis from theSauerReport. Read More...
Bangladesh to form sub-committee to address leather issues
The Bangladesh government will reportedly establish a sub-committee to liaise with exporters and solve leather industry problems. Read More...
Counting down to COP29
COP29 takes place in Baku in November 2024. Mike Redwood is already counting down the days and minutes, hoping that the leather industry is preparing itself for the next round. Read More...
Bangladeshi government advisor promises CETP fix
An advisor to the Bangladeshi government has assured leather exporters that they will fix the central effluent treatment plant (CETP) at the Savar Tannery Industrial Estate. Read More...
Rwandan government seeks investors for tannery park
The Rwandan government is looking for US$15 million in investments to establish a tannery park in the Bugesera Special Economic Zone. Read More...
Fashion brands cut orders amid turmoil in Bangladesh
Fashion brands have been cutting orders from Bangladesh amid the country’s political turmoil and resulting factory closures. Read More...
Be careful with language and lobbying
Mike Redwood challenges the leather industry to remain cautious and aware when dealing with policy makers in a time of changing governments. Read More...
