31 July 2025 Tibet – Regenerative Yak Farming Francis Tsang writes on LinkedIn: I really enjoy visiting regenerative yak farms in the Tibetan Autonomous Region of China. The experience is not only fascinating but also enriching. Observing traditional practices that promote biodiversity and sustainable agriculture is truly inspiring. Yaks play a crucial role in the… Continue reading Tibet – Regenerative Yak Farming
31 July 2025 China – Leathergoods: The Chinese leather goods manufacturer that wants to save itself from tariffs and looks to the EU “We are looking for European customers to replace the American ones.” This is according to Leo Zhao, president of the Pinghu Bags Industry Association and chairman of the Newcomer Group, a company… Continue reading China – Leathergoods: The Chinese leather goods manufacturer that wants to save itself from tariffs and looks to the EU
31 July 2025 EU – US Trade: Tariffs and the economic situation are forcing brands to challenge prices The uncertainty surrounding US tariffs isn’t over. Is the 15% tariff agreed between the US and the EU an additional one or not? And are luxury brands capable of raising prices further to offset the tariffs? Weak… Continue reading EU – US Trade: Tariffs and the economic situation are forcing brands to challenge prices
30 July 2025 ISA New Gen Materials reports…….US Military EXCITING NEWS! After the Better Outfitting Our Troops (BOOTs) Act was introduced to the US government during late June, it was recently voted through by the House Armed Services Committee (HASC), taking the first step in the legislative process. ISA Mississippi TanTec joined hands with the… Continue reading ISA New Gen Materials reports…….US Military
30 July 2025 Leather needs protecting in the sun too! Leather Uk advises on LinkedIn: Leather will fade in UV light, so it’s best to keep your leather out of direct sunlight. You could just close the curtains and stay inside! If you can’t do that, you can: Use a leather care product that… Continue reading Leather needs protecting in the sun too!
30 July 2025 Qualities of Leather – Why Leather is Unbeatable – Motorcyclist Review while Sliding Entertaining yet educational video from which many of us can learn. This is why Moto GP competitors are clad in what they call “racing leathers”, Nothing vegan here!
29 July 2025 AQC renews commitment and launches leather campaign Leather watch-strap manufacturers’ association AQC (Association pour l’Assurance Qualité des Fabricants de Bracelets Cuir) has renewed its commitment to promoting safe and sustainable leather bracelets, with all five General Assembly delegates confirming support for its vision, mission and values. By Leatherbiz. The organisation’s strategy continues… Continue reading AQC renews commitment and launches leather campaign
29 July 2025 Automotive – Raw Materials Traceability At Bridge of Weir Leather, quality begins at the source. Our leather is crafted from hides that are by-products of the UK and Irish meat industry with 54% sourced directly from Scotland. This localised supply chain enables us to provide full traceability, zero-deforestation assurances, and the exceptional… Continue reading Automotive – Raw Materials Traceability
29 July 2025 Southeast Asia – Stellar Performance from Vietnam’s Leather and Footwear By: Leather Insiders Vietnam’s National Statistics Office reports that during the first half of 2025, the country’s leather and footwear industry had a more than 10% increase in exports. Handbags and associated goods brought in around $2.2 billion, up 11.6%, while footwear… Continue reading Southeast Asia – Stellar Performance from Vietnam’s Leather and Footwear
28 July 2025 One4Leather on the Methane Question and Leather There’s an old saying: “Count what counts.” As livestock emissions come under pressure, are we measuring the impact in the right way? Mike Redwood’s recent article in International Leather Maker raises a critical point: if we continue to use outdated metrics to assess methane emissions,… Continue reading One4Leather on the Methane Question and Leather
We bring leather, material and fashion businesses together: an opportunity to meet and greet face to face. We bring them from all parts of the world so that they can find fresh partners, discover new customers or suppliers and keep ahead of industry developments.
We organise a number of trade exhibitions which focus on fashion and lifestyle: sectors that are constantly in flux, so visitors and exhibitors alike need to be constantly aware both of the changes around them and those forecast for coming seasons.
