labour

H&M to “phase out” Myanmar sourcing after labour abuse reports

Published: August 21, 2023

H&M has said it will stop sourcing products from Myanmar following reports of labour abuses in the country. Read More...

Lear caught up in U.S. deforestation and forced labour probe

Published: July 26, 2023

Automotive seating business Lear Corporation has featured in a United States congressional probe into environmental and human rights abuses in the automotive supply chain. Read More...

Labour shortages hold back Colombian footwear

Published: January 6, 2023

Despite a good result in 2022, labour shortages are expected to hold back the footwear industry in 2023, according to the Colombian Association of Footwear, Leather and Leather Goods (ACICAM).

Union demands 50-bed hospital for Savar

Published: November 30, 2022

The Tannery Workers Union (TWU) in Bangladesh has demanded that a 50-bed specialised hospital be installed at the Savar tannery complex.

Leather buyers to accept higher prices

Published: September 22, 2022

The organisers of Lineapelle trade show have reported that leather buyers attending the show have accepted that prices of leather will increase as the cost of chemicals, labour, energy and higher inflation drive up manufacturing costs.

Agreement signed to improve workplace safety in Bangladesh

Published: August 24, 2022

The International Labour Organization (ILO) and the Federation of Bangladesh Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FBCCI) have signed an agreement to improve workplace health and safety.

Bangladesh to create digital worker database

Published: June 30, 2022

The Ministry of Labour and Employment (MoLE) has announced that it will create a digital database of workers from both formal and informal sectors.

Eight children rescued from leather seating factory

Published: January 24, 2022

Eight children have been rescued from a factory producing two-wheeler seat covers in the Falaknuma region of the city of Hyderabad.

Calls for industry change at tanners’ union event in Savar

Published: October 12, 2021

Speakers called upon the government to update the tanning industry in Bangladesh at the 57^th founding anniversary event for the Tannery Workers Union (TWU) at BSCIC Leather Industrial City in Savar on October 11.

PrimeAsia and World Wildlife Fund to collaborate

Published: October 1, 2021

The leather manufacturer has announced a collaboration with World Wildlife Fund to further develop its sustainability efforts.