research and development

Gucci converts tannery into R&D hub

Published: March 11, 2026

Luxury group Kering’s Gucci brand has established a dedicated centre for materials research, development and testing, embedding experimentation directly into its leather supply chain. Read More...

Leather industry added to Made in Italy bill

Published: December 7, 2023

The leather industry has been included in the draft of the Made in Italy bill, which will provide funding to support Italian products. Read More...

Support for scientists is more than an empty gesture

Mike Redwood Published: March 21, 2023

Mike Redwood returns to the topic of leather science and explores why the leather industry has been less focused on this area than it should be. Read More...