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Classic Leather and St. Timothy Furniture acquired by RHF Investments

Published: December 2, 2022

RHF Investments, parent company of a series of furniture brands, has announced its acquisition of Classic Leather and St. Timothy Furniture.

UNIDO launches tannery effluent treatment course

Published: November 28, 2022

UNIDO has announced the launch of a new online training course – Introduction to treatment of tannery effluents.

A 256th birthday party

Mike Redwood Published: November 22, 2022

In this latest column, Mike Redwood discusses the importance of historical figure and tanner Tom Poole on the occasion of his 256^th birthday.

Positive outlook for leather goods in Florence meeting

Published: October 21, 2022

The Italian leather goods sector expressed positivity at a state of the industry meeting in Florence on October 18.

I’m 40% vegan!

Published: October 5, 2022

ILM Content Director Martin Ricker reflects in the September/October 2022 issue of the magazine on the need for clear messaging around leather.

New Creative Director for Ferragamo

Published: March 15, 2022

Salvatore Ferragamo has appointed Maximilian Davis as its new Creative Director after Paul Andrew departed in 2021.

Daniel Lee leaves Bottega Veneta

Published: November 12, 2021

The Kering-owned luxury fashion label has announced the joint decision to end its collaboration with English designer Daniel Lee.

Kering brands’ approach to leather sustainability

Published: June 1, 2021

The France headquartered luxury conglomerate has released a new report on its next steps towards a circular economy. With particular focus on the group Maisons’ approach to the leather circular economy, brands such as Gucci, Balenciaga and Saint Laurent show commitment to sustainable leather.

Diesel parent OTB acquires Jil Sander

Published: March 8, 2021

Italian fashion group OTB, whose portfolio includes Diesel, Renzo Rosso, Maison Margiela and more, announced the 100% acquisition of fashion house Jil Sander.

Major fur auction house to close down

Published: November 20, 2020

The fur specialist has been directly impacted by the Danish government’s decision to cull all the mink farms in the country.