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Designer Brands acquires Keds from Wolverine Worldwide

Published: February 14, 2023

Designer Brands has announced its acquisition of footwear brand Keds from Wolverine Worldwide. Read More...

Somersby cider partners with DiVERGE

Published: February 10, 2023

Somersby cider has partnered with Portuguese footwear brand DiVERGE to create a new pair of leather sneakers. Read More...

24,600 jobs created in Brazilian footwear in 2022

Published: February 8, 2023

The Brazilian footwear sector created 24,000 jobs in 2022, according to the latest data from the Brazilian Association of Footwear Industries (Abicalçados). Read More...

Skechers sees sales grow by 18% in 2022

Published: February 7, 2023

Footwear company Skechers has announced its financial results for the fourth quarter and full financial year ended December 31, 2022. Read More...

Dercosa ends 2022 with LWG and Oeko-Tex certificates

Published: December 23, 2022

Spanish split and suede leather specialist Dercosa based near Valencia has ended the year with two certifications.

Puma announces testing for biodegradable sneakers

Published: November 4, 2021

Puma has announced RE:SUEDE, an experimental version of one of its most popular shoes with more sustainable materials.

‘Design na Pele’ to focus on suede as upholstery

Published: December 5, 2016

The third edition of ‘Design na Pele’, which has the support from the Brazilian Shoe Manufacturers Association, Abicalçados, and the Furniture Industry Association of Bento Gonçalves, Sindmóveis, will focus on suede as a material in furniture upholstery.

Asics launch limited veg tan range

Published: August 1, 2016

Better known for non-leather sportswear products and footwear, Japan based Asics Corporation has launched two limited edition suede and veg tan leather models under its Gel Lyte 3 and Gel Respector brands.

Senior management appointment for UK suede tanner

Published: May 9, 2016

UK based suede leather producer, Charles F Stead has appointed a new Managing Director.

Alfamex environmental management

Published: August 4, 2014

Alfamex, a tannery located in León, Guanajuato state in Mexico, was founded in 2007 by two business partners dedicated to producing full grain and suede cowhide for the local and a growing number of export markets.