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Stahl joins biotech network CLIB

Published: August 1, 2022

Global leather chemical maker, Stahl has joined the CLIB biotechnology network to reinforce open innovation and its responsible chemistry commitments.

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.

ITUC report reveals workers’ rights violations in Bangladesh

Published: March 21, 2022

The International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC) has released a new report documenting workers’ rights violations in Bangladesh.

Export industries await news on tariff subsidies

Published: July 29, 2021

Export-orientated sectors await updates on subsidised electricity and gas tariffs across the textiles, surgical goods, carpet, and leather and sports goods industries, as federal government has failed to issue the notification after the energy tariffs expired on June 30, 2021, BOL News reports.

CLIA reports rise in leather products

Published: June 4, 2021

In anticipation of the All China Leather Exhibition from August 31- September 2 in Shanghai, China Leather Industry Association (CLIA) has reported a rise in footwear, bags and hides and skins - key leather sectors in 2020.

Demands for EU action issued by social partners

Published: May 28, 2021

On May 25, representatives of employers and workers in the European TCLF sectors met with the European Commission to discuss the current challenges facing the TCLF industries and potential EU action to help support the sectors and their workers. Following discussions on the impact of Covid-19 on the sectors and the need for a strong EU action, a joint statement was issued.

Burton of London changes hands

Published: November 20, 2020

French businessman Thierry Le Guénic is the new owner of Burton of London, following an alleged filing at the French Competition Authority on September 30.

Rino Mastrotto acquires Nuova Osba

Published: July 2, 2020

The Veneto based tanning group, specialised in premium bovine and calf leathers for the footwear, upholstery and automotive sectors, has acquired Tuscan tannery Nuova Osba.

Turkish leather goods production to resume end of April

Published: April 20, 2020

On April 8, the Turkish Fashion and Apparel Federation (MHGF), which also encompasses the leather, footwear and leather garments sectors, recommended that manufacturers halt production.

Turkey and Pakistan sign MoU for investment opportunities

Published: March 11, 2020

The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on trade seeks to encourage joint ventures, boost e-commerce and explore opportunities in sectors such as leather and machinery.