ILM conducted its annual tanner business confidence survey in late July and the results are now published. In the 2022 survey their opinions on recent trends towards more biobased carbon content chemicals, biodegradable leathers and metal-free tanning systems were expressed.
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Mike Redwood looks at how the networking concept has transformed in the business world and what the leather industry should really be doing to understand the market.
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According to the latest analysis from theSauerReport, a growing number of Chinese tanners are concerned that they have lost business to other origins following the recent lockdown disruptions.
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Wars have been good for leather throughout history, writes Mike Redwood. This is because leather has always been a vital material, strategically important to kings and emperors, even popes, meaning it was given a protected position in the centres of power.
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The global chemicals manufacturer has announced the expansion of its production capacity for active ingredient Preventol CMK (chlorocresol) at its site in Krefeld-Uerdingen, Germany, by around 50%.
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A recent article in the online magazine The Conversation makes an important point about the teaching of sustainability in our fashion schools; that it must begin with universities if the fashion industry is to change.
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In ILM’s new column ‘Against the grain’, Sam Setter shares his views on the issues affecting the leather industry around the world. His most recent piece covers the relationship between the fashion industry and suppliers, as well as working conditions and industry standards.
Read More...The U.S. based specialty chemical supplier, Buckman, has announced global price increases for all product offerings including its leather chemicals. The price increases will become effective immediately, or as customer contracts allow.
Read More...The Russian tannery has launched its new website showcasing a fresh look and enhanced features.
Read More...E-commerce giant Amazon could use vacant J.C. Penney and Sears stores as distribution centres, according to U.S. media reports.
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