A New Standard for Leather & Material Exhibition

APLF ASEAN First Time Debuts in Indonesia

Date:

Opening Hours:

18 ➔ 19 Nov 2026

09:00 – 17:00
Venue: JIExpo, Kemayoran. Jakarta     
Exhibitors: 100+ worldwide suppliers of leather, materials, components, chemicals and machineries.

Announcement

Postponement of the Global Footwear Sustainable Supply Chain Summit (GFSS)

APLF ASEAN – Indonesia’s Strategic Role ​ in Tanning, Leather & Materials​

Indonesia’s leather sector plays a vital role in the national economy, directly employing nearly one million people. In recent years, the industry has attracted strong domestic and foreign investment, supported by strategic government policies aimed at boosting competitiveness.

 

In 2025, Indonesian footwear exports continued to grow steadily, securing the country’s position among the world’s top five exporters and reinforcing its global manufacturing relevance. 

WHY APLF ASEAN?

Country Statistics​

Jakarta is one of the fastest-growing manufacturing regions globally, with GDP growth projected at 4–5% annually through 2030. At the centre of this growth stands Indonesia — ASEAN’s largest economy and most populous nation.

Professionally curated. Quality buyers. Serious Business. ​

APLF ASEAN 2026 brings APLF’s global sourcing expertise into Indonesia, connecting international suppliers of:

  • Tanning & Leather
  • Functional and synthetic materials
  • Components and manufacturing supplies

with verified Indonesian and ASEAN manufacturers.

What Makes APLF ASEAN Different

At APLF ASEAN, it’s more than an exhibition — it’s where the industry MEETs.

– Match

Meet only verified buyers and real decision-makers. As an exhibitor, you will join business matchings with decision makers filtered by APLF, ensure direct, meaningful B2B engagement.

– Experience

Showcase your new products and innovations in a curated setting designed for interaction. APLF ASEAN puts your products in focus — to be seen, touched, and experienced first-hand in the LeatherTrends Space

– Exchange

Technical sharing, product briefings, and supplier–buyer discussions focused on real production needs, not theory.

– Trade

A lean, efficient trade platform built for business results and long-term partnership.

Who Should Visit?

  • Tanners
  • Manufacturers of Footwear and Bags
  • Garment Manufacturers
  • OEMs/ODMs
  • Furniture Factory
  • Automotive Manufacturers
  • Traders and Distributors

Exhibitor's Profile

  • Raw hides & skins, crust, semi-finished
  • Finished leather
  • Footwear components
  • Synthetic materials / Functional materials
  • Manufacturing supplies
  • Innovative technology & services
  • Machinery and Chemicals 

ASEAN: The Future of Global Manufacturing Starts Here

A single journey to meet different regional buyers

  • Jakarta: Indonesia’s trading hub
  • Surabaya: Manufacturing base
  • Bangkok: Regional fashion centre

Date: 20 November (Friday)

Extends your reach beyond the capital city

Why Surabaya

  • Gateway to East Java’s manufacturing ecosystem
  • Strong concentration of OEM footwear factories of worldwide footwear brands, and tanning sectors 

Format

  • Meet with pre-qualified buyers
  • Curated 1-to-1 business meetings

Date: 24 November (Tuesday)

Established regional fashion sourcing and automotive manufacturing hub

 

Meet with

  • ASEAN regional buying offices
  • Strong Thai tanning sector
  • Traders and distributors covering multiple markets
  • Automotive interior manufacturers 

 

Format

  • Meet with pre-qualified buyers
  • Curated 1-to-1 business meetings

APLF’s Reputation​

Organised by APLF: Trusted Global Track Record

  • APLF has been a cornerstone in the global leatherand fashion industries for over 40 years.
  • APLF is voted as the most important exhibition inthe world, according to survey conducted byInternational Leather Maker Magazine.
  • With events in Hong Kong, Shanghai, Dubai, Bangkokand Vietnam, APLF is recognized as a leader to servethe leather and fashion manufacturing industries. 
  • APLF ASEAN builds on this success, bringing high-quality sourcing opportunities to Indonesia.

International Leather Maker Business Confidence Survey 2024

Exhibitor Testimonials

Exhibitors Testimonials

“APLF ASEAN is a very good place for us to showcase new articles to the customers.”

Puvasith Wongchareonsin, CEO, CPL Group (Thailand)
Exhibitors Testimonials

“This fair has been a good surprise for us. We have customers who are here to do business and discuss new possibilities. ASEAN has been growing markets for us, so it’s been very important to be here with our customers.”

Otavio Klein, Commercial Manager, Minerva Leather (Brazil)
Exhibitors Testimonials

“We have been very well-received by the customers. We are happy with the outcome, and we have gotten very good feedback.”

Nevika Subpiamlarp, Sales and Marketing Manager, Kongsiri Tannery (Thailand)

Supporting Partners

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The Leather, Footwear and Handbag Association of Ho Chi Minh City

 

Hanoi Leather and Footwear Association

 

Thai Tanning Industry Association

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If you are interested in becoming an exhibitor, please send us your booking enquiries.

Pre-register opens in September

APLF ASEAN in 2022

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Group Pavilions

including: Brazil, France, India, Pakistan, USA, Vietnam

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Visitors

from 57 countries and regions (including 1,100+ New visitors from 728 companies)

Top Visiting Countries

  • Thailand​
  • Vietnam​
  • Indonesia​
  • Philippines​
  • Malaysia​
  • Singapore
  • India
  • Bangladesh
  • Pakistan
  • Cambodia

Buyers’ Business Nature

  • Trader of Hides & Skins
  • Tannery
  • Manufacturer of Handbags / Footwear / Small Leathergoods / Car Interiors / Leather Furniture
  • Manufacturers and Trades of Chemicals
  • Fashion Brands 

What Did Participants Say?

Supporting Partners