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Biofinishing system launched at Lineapelle

Published: September 28, 2022

Backed by brands such as Chanel, biotechnology company Evolved By Nature has innovated a new natural finish for leather using its proprietary Activated Silk technology.

Gruppo Mastrotto introduces Reviva made from leather scraps

Published: September 28, 2022

Italy headquartered leathermakers, Gruppo Mastrotto launched a new patent-pending product called Reviva during the 100^th edition of Lineapelle in Milan September 20-22.

Leather industry support project launched by SADC

Published: July 25, 2022

The Southern African Development Community (SADC) has launched a project to stimulate job creation, reduce the environmental impact and create market linkages in leather processing.

PrimeAsia launch two new fully traceable leather collections

Published: July 15, 2022

Global tanning group PrimeAsia has launched two new leather collections under its Responsibly Raised Program for hide traceability.

U.S. activists target kangaroo leather in legal action

Published: June 21, 2022

Animal activists in the U.S. are launching legal action against a footwear manufacturer in an effort to combat kangaroo leather use.

UNIC joins Terra Carta

Published: December 20, 2021

UNIC, the Italian national tanning industry association, has been invited to join the more than 400 signatories of Terra Carta, an initiative launched by Charles, Prince of Wales, and the Sustainable Markets Initiative.

APLF launches online learning platform

Published: November 19, 2021

APLF, organiser of the Asia-based exhibitions APLF and ACLE, has launched a new training platform for designers, merchandisers and fashion enthusiasts to learn more about leather.

CNC “launches” RIUC to promote leather

Published: November 15, 2021

In an effort to transcend the current negative perception of leather, the Conseil National du Cuir (CNC) has launched RIUC, a material of the future.

Gemata launches new Greenstars roller machine

Published: July 29, 2021

Italian finishing machinery specialist Gemata has launched Greenstars, its latest rollercoating machine. First launched in Milan at the Simac Tanning Tech event in 2020, it has been recognised by tanneries for its value and quality.

Finalists announced for Real Leather. Stay Different. student design competition

Published: June 24, 2021

The “Real Leather. Stay Different.” leather promotional campaign, which was launched by the Leather & Hide Council of America (LHCA) to celebrate the sustainability, versatility, durability and beauty of leather, has announced ten finalists, down from a shortlist of 55 and 400 initial entries.