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“The need to replace leather… is clearer than ever,” says Polestar

Published: December 6, 2022

“The need to replace leather with a more sustainable option is clearer than ever,” Polestar said in a recent statement on its website.

Pou Sheng issues profit warning

Published: November 2, 2022

Pou Sheng, the retail subsidiary of Yue Yuen, has warned of a severe decline in profits due to weak consumer sentiment and Covid restrictions.

Prada opens leather goods factory in Romania

Published: October 26, 2022

Prada has reportedly opened a new leather goods factory in Sibiu’s West Industrial Zone, Romania.

Victoria Beckham launches leather goods collection

Published: September 1, 2022

Victoria Beckham has announced the launch of a leather handbag collection on top of her ready-to-wear, beauty, eyewear and footwear lines.

TFL crosses US$0.5 billion sales after Lanxess acquisition anniversary

Published: July 19, 2022

After a year has passed since TFL acquired the Lanxess organic leather chemicals (OLC) business, the company has crossed US$0.5 billion mark in sales.

Abicalçados opens U.S. dropshipping project

Published: July 14, 2022

The Brazilian Footwear Industry Association (Abicalçados) has announced enrolment for a dropshipping mentorship project focused on the North American market.

Footwear export growth continues for Brazil

Published: July 13, 2022

According to the latest data from the Brazilian Association for the Footwear Industries (Abicalçados), 75 million pairs of footwear were exported in 2022 up to the end of June.

Simac Tanning Tech announces 2022 date change

Published: March 25, 2022

Assomac, organisers of the Simac Tanning Tech event have announced that the show will now be held from Tuesday September 20 to Thursday September 22, 2022.

LWG offers support to tanners in Ukraine

Published: March 17, 2022

The Leather Working Group (LWG) has offered its full support to member companies based in Ukraine in light of the ongoing conflict.

Hugo Boss to close leather goods factory

Published: February 11, 2022

Leather goods artisans are taking industrial action at Hugo Boss’ leather goods factory in Scandicci, Italy, after the brand made the decision to close the site.