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Q3 revenue below expectations for Dr Martens

Published: January 19, 2023

Dr Martens has reported its financial results for the third quarter of the current financial year, with lower-than-expected revenue.

Tanners warn of potential closures in Pakistan

Published: January 9, 2023

The Pakistan tanning industry has appealed to the government for support, warning that ongoing issues may cause tanneries to close.

Report highlights issues in leather supply chain transparency

Published: November 10, 2022

The ‘Shine a light on leather’ report from the Centre for Research on Multinational Corporations (SOMO) has highlighted a series of issues relating to transparency in the leather supply chain.

Venezuelan footwear supplying just 25% of domestic demand

Published: October 26, 2022

The President of the Venezuelan Chamber of Footwear and Components (CAVECAL) has expressed concern over the low domestic demand supplied by footwear production in Venezuela.

Pakistan Tanners’ Association calls for support

Published: September 15, 2022

Yousuf Shafiq, Vice Chairman of Pakistan Tanners’ Association (PTA South Zone), has asked for the government to provide greater support to the domestic leather industry.

Norwegian Tesla owners go on hunger strike over issues

Published: September 5, 2022

A small group of Tesla owners in Norway have gone on a 24-hour hunger strike over unresolved issues with their vehicles, including synthetic seat covers bubbling.

Supply issues affect Adidas in first quarter

Published: May 12, 2022

In the first quarter of the current financial year, Adidas’ results show top-line growth reduced by €400 million due to supply chain issues.

PEST control for a turbulent world

Published: May 3, 2022

On a global scale, things have only gotten more concerning since the Covid-19 pandemic, and the leather industry must keep an eye on the issues, explains Mike Redwood.

Leather Orientation Course at University of Cincinnati

Published: March 24, 2022

The University of Cincinnati will be hosting a two-day leather orientation course in October 2022.

Market access issues flagged as Indian and South Korean trade ministers meet

Published: January 13, 2022

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal addressed market access issues during a meeting with Korean Trade Minister Yeo Han-koo, including leather products.