11 February 2025 Upheaval at Gucci Luxury group Kering has announced that its biggest brand, Gucci, has cut its ties to creative director, Sabato De Sarno, who took up the role in January 2023. By Leatherbiz. It appears this change is with immediate effect because Kering said Gucci’s autumn-winter 2025-2026 fashion show in Milan will… Continue reading Upheaval at Gucci
12 February 2025 Discover the Beauty of Vegetable Tanned Leather from Tuscany in APLF Vegetable Tanning: A Great Artisan Tradition Of all leather processing methods, vegetable tanning is the oldest. It is believed to date back to Prehistory, when humans learned to transform the hides of animals killed during hunting in garments and utensils. Vegetable… Continue reading Discover the Beauty of Vegetable Tanned Leather from Tuscany in APLF
10 February 2025 Automotive – North America and Europe drive record sales for Lexus Automotive brand Lexus achieved sales of just over 850,000 vehicles in 2024, a record high, the company said, and an increase of 3.3% compared to the previous year. By Leatherbiz. It said it had experienced particularly strong demand for its vehicles… Continue reading Automotive – North America and Europe drive record sales for Lexus
10 February 2025 USA – E-Commerce loophole closed for China importers Brett MathewsB writes on LinkedIn: US CLOSES CUSTOMS LOOPHOLE USED BY SHEIN AND TEMU: The U.S. has shut down the “de minimis” customs loophole that allowed SHEIN, Temu, and other China-based e-commerce giants to flood the market with ultra-cheap goods while bypassing import duties.… Continue reading USA – E-Commerce loophole closed for China importers
10 February 2025 Indian Policy Changes Can Be Game-Changer for Leather & Footwear Industry The policy changes for the Indian leather sector as announced in the Indian Budget 2025-26 could well be a fantastic opportunity for innovation, growth, global market expansion even as some healthy competition awaits. An analysis. By Arshad Khan 6 February 2025… Continue reading Indian Policy Changes Can Be Game-Changer for Leather & Footwear Industry
7 February 2025 Patent Leather – Shine bright in the fashion world with BAYGEN®! TFL’s BAYGEN® patent leather technology achieves crystal-clear shine that trendsetters adore. Patent leather is always in vogue, and the latest catwalks prove it – high gloss lacquer designs in fashionable colors are a must-have for shoes and modern accessories like handbags.… Continue reading Patent Leather – Shine bright in the fashion world with BAYGEN®!
7 February 2025 Leatherbiz Market Intelligence – Lowest prices in history A new Leatherbiz Market Intelligence went live on February 4. This time the newsletter points to a lack of real change in the leather pipeline and few signs of any real renaissance for leather. Report by Leatherbiz. This is partly because the momentum has… Continue reading Leatherbiz Market Intelligence – Lowest prices in history
7 February 2025 Pangea Made – China Report Is your team looking for trend inspiration from APAC regions? Our team attends and reports on what we see throughout the year. Watch out for our 2025 reports and in the meantime, check out some of the amazing designs we saw last year! At the 2024 Beijing… Continue reading Pangea Made – China Report
6 February 2025 AAFA warns of tit-for-tat trade war The American Apparel & Footwear Association has said tariffs that the US has announced on imports from Mexico, Canada and China “will inject massive costs” into the shoe and clothing sectors. By Footwearbiz. It said the US economy was already “inflation-weary” and added that the imposition… Continue reading AAFA warns of tit-for-tat trade war
6 February 2025 Future Skills for the TCLF Sector – COTANCE reports The AEQUALIS4TCLF project assesses the green & digital skills needed for the TCLF sector across Slovenia, Czechia, Croatia, Netherlands, Finland, Lithuania, and Serbia. Through analysis and industry data, it aligns training with EU policies and the latest drivers of change. Key Insights: Vocational… Continue reading Future Skills for the TCLF Sector – COTANCE reports
6 February 2025 VF Corp on track with its turnaround plan The US-based footwear company has reported progress on its turnaround plan. Vans continues to improve quarter on quarter and the Americas region has returned to positive territory. By World Footwear. “We made strong progress in Q3’25, improving profitability and further strengthening the balance sheet.… Continue reading VF Corp on track with its turnaround plan
5 February 2025 Italy – Change at the top for the Tanners ‘ Association of Santa Croce sull’Arno. Following the irrevocable resignation from the position of president submitted by Ezio Castellani, the Board of Directors of the Tuscan association has appointed the new president. It is Riccardo Bandini, already a member of the Board of… Continue reading Italy – Change at the top for the Tanners ‘ Association of Santa Croce sull’Arno.
5 February 2025 Words can make “real” into #fake# in a few letters “Ultra” Does Not Mean A Better Leather! Is it leather? Writes on LinkedIn: So, what do words mean, actually? In our world, we are using a lot more words as adjectives rather than nouns – descriptors rather than facts. Take, for instance,… Continue reading “Ultra” Does Not Mean A Better Leather!
5 February 2025 Raw Materials – Anger in Argentina over government hide decision Misan, Argentina Leather-industry organisations in Argentina have issued a joint statement to express concern about measures recently put into place by the government. By Leatherbiz. Until now, Argentinean meat companies were under obligation to keep a proportion of domestic hides on home… Continue reading Raw Materials – Anger in Argentina over government hide decision
4 February 2025 Italian Suppliers Assembled at APLF and Materials+ At the upcoming APLF exhibitions, esteemed Italian suppliers will showcase their innovative products, highlighting the artistry and craftsmanship. Visit sampleroom.online to get the latest information about these exhibitors. View Exhibitor List Here Finished Leather Hides & Skins / Wetblue Chemicals/ Allied Materials Tanning and Footwear… Continue reading Italian Suppliers Assembled at APLF and Materials+
4 February 2025 Unveil the Finest Chinese Bag Exhibitors Offering OEM and ODM Services at Fashion Access 2025! Guangzhou Milestone International Industry Trade Co LtdBooth No.: 1D-C08 The company is an integrated industry and trade enterprise specializing in the production of medium and high-end ladies’ handbags, with the main products including, leather and canvas ladies’… Continue reading Unveil the Finest Chinese Bag Exhibitors Offering OEM and ODM Services at Fashion Access 2025!
4 February 2025 Spain – Tenerías Omega closure plans on hold The closure of Spanish leather manufacturer Tenerías Omega may not go ahead. Worker representatives have told local media in Navarra that two bids have emerged to buy the operation. By Leatherbiz. Closure of the tannery, a specialist in making leather for transportation applications, was… Continue reading Spain – Tenerías Omega closure plans on hold
4 February 2025 Luxury – ‘Solid resilience’ from LVMH’s leathergoods business in 2024 Luxury group LVMH has reported full-year revenues for 2024 of just under €84.7 billion, a fall of 2% year on year. Profits on this revenue were €19.6 billion, down by 14%. Report by Leatherbiz. The group’s leathergoods and fashion business brought in… Continue reading Luxury – ‘Solid resilience’ from LVMH’s leathergoods business in 2024
3 February 2025 Raw Materials – Argentine tanning against Milei: “It takes us back to the colonial era” A step back to the “colonial age”, when Argentina exported commodities and not finished products with higher added value. This is how five associations of the national leather supply chain define the decision of the Milei government… Continue reading Raw Materials – Argentine tanning against Milei: “It takes us back to the colonial era”
3 February 2025 Cotance reports – More Support for Durability in Apparel and Footwear We are proud to announce that the International Union of Leather Technologists and Chemists Societies (IULTCS), the International Council for Hides, Skins and Leather Trade Associations (ICHSLTA), & the German National Association for Hides & Leather (WHL) have endorsed our initiative… Continue reading Cotance reports – More Support for Durability in Apparel and Footwear
3 February 2025 Luxury leather handbags From: Lewo Impex Pvt Ltd Consistency in Quality and Design. https://www.linkedin.com/company/lewo-impex-pvt-ltd/posts/?feedView=all
28 January 2025 Materials+ Preview (2) – Certified Exhibitors at Materials+ As the sustainable fashion trend continues to grow, buyers often prioritize suppliers based on their certifications. These certifications indicate that a supplier adheres to specific industry standards, ensuring quality, sustainability, and ethical practices. Key certifications to look for include: Global Recycled Standard (GRS) –… Continue reading Materials+ Preview (2) – Certified Exhibitors at Materials+
28 January 2025 USA – Times Square calls out fake leather Is it leather reports from New York City: Visitors to New York’s famed Times Square were met with some interesting facts recently when billboard trucks delivered the news they were probably sitting on plastic! As part of its push to pass automotive interior transparency… Continue reading USA – Times Square calls out fake leather
28 January 2025 Italy – Glove: Paths and Stories of Gloves in Naples On January 22nd, UNIC’s General Manager, Fulvia Bacchi, participated in the inauguration of the exhibition “Glove, Paths and Stories of gloves in Naples” at the Historical Archives of the Banco di Napoli – Fondazione Banco di Napoli. Open until February 21, it… Continue reading Italy – Glove: Paths and Stories of Gloves in Naples
28 January 2025 Where is Fake Leather’s Birth Farm? Is it leather? Writes on LinkedIn: Guilty until proven innocent. That’s what happens when your industry is on the back end of a highly financed smear campaign. One that’s designed to demolish your standing in the world to elevate their own profits through the tall tales… Continue reading Where is Fake Leather’s Birth Farm?
27 January 2025 One 4 Leather on CO2 Emissions New Findings Reveal Leather Car Interiors Save 16 Times More CO₂ Than Previously Thought Last year, One4Leather highlighted the environmental benefits of upcycling hides from the meat and dairy industry into leather for car interiors. We emphasised how this practice not only adds luxury to vehicles… Continue reading One 4 Leather on CO2 Emissions
27 January 2025 Mass Transport Seating Taking the Blame—and Owning It writes Muirhead on LinkedIn. In transport interiors, supply chains often have one guarantee: finger-pointing when things go wrong. At Muirhead, we’ve rewritten the playbook. There is one point of contact and one supplier from sourcing to the finished cover. If there’s an issue, it’s… Continue reading Mass Transport Seating
27 January 2025 Calfskin – Report reinforces concerns about calfskin supply Tanneries Haas/ Longchamp France has registered double-digit increases in the value of imports of calfskins and calfskin leather. These increases have coincided with a sharp fall in the availability of domestic calfskins. By Leatherbiz. New data that Alliance France Cuir has shared shows that… Continue reading Calfskin – Report reinforces concerns about calfskin supply
24 January 2025 Plastic Dependence is a Design Flaw Roberta Boscolo writes on LinkedIn: The Illusion of Recycling. ONLY 9% of the World’s Plastic Waste Gets Recycled. 91% of plastic waste worldwide is still incinerated, landfilled, or mismanaged—often ending up in our oceans. Why isn’t recycling working? Most plastics are not created for circularity. The… Continue reading Plastic Dependence is a Design Flaw
24 January 2025 Brusarosco’s logo symbolism At Brusarosco, our identity is embodied in our logo: three interwoven circles symbolizing the seamless balance of B-Dynamic, B-Innovative, and B-Sustainable. For generations, we have transformed natural by-products into exceptional leather, guided by Quality, Knowledge, and Passion. Rooted in tradition but driven by innovation, we embrace a circular approach… Continue reading Brusarosco’s logo symbolism
24 January 2025 Ferming – Why grazing livestock are vital for the land Carrie Ruxton PhD writes on LinkedIn: How important is grazing for the UK’s soil health? If we take the calls for everyone to eat plant-based diets to the ultimate conclusion, this means fewer or no livestock on farms as we would need… Continue reading Ferming – Why grazing livestock are vital for the land
23 January 2025 Discover the Must-See Exhibitors at Fashion Access 2025! Mei Sing Collections Limited Booth No.: 1E-C01 Mei Sing Collections Limited, established in 2002, is a leading designer, manufacturer, and exporter of fashion handbags and small goods. Based in Hong Kong, Asia’s fashion capital, their founders bring over 30 years of experience. With a… Continue reading Discover the Must-See Exhibitors at Fashion Access 2025!
23 January 2025 Leatherbiz Market Intelligence – Functional properties of leather must come to the fore We published the latest Leatherbiz Market Intelligence newsletter on January 21. By Leatherbiz. There are few signs of any uplift in demand for leather. The report argues that even the recent success of retro athletic shoes made from suede… Continue reading Functional properties of leather must come to the fore
23 January 2025 Top Notch Leather Craftsmanship at Rolls Royce Rolls-Royce Extended Year of the Dragon Special Edition: Leather at its Heart Rolls-Royce’s Year of the Dragon Special Edition commemorates the Chinese Lunar Year with tailored design features. Released in limited numbers, it combines cultural references with traditional craftsmanship. Central to its appeal is high-grade… Continue reading Top Notch Leather Craftsmanship at Rolls Royce
23 January 2025 APLF 2025 – Update on Leather Symposium Navigating EUDR with the Sustainable Leather Foundation At the upcoming Leather Supply Chain Symposium, Sustainable Leather Foundation (SLF) Managing Director Deborah Taylor will provide updates and insights on the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). In this presentation, Taylor will explore key changes, compliance requirements,… Continue reading APLF 2025 – Update on Leather Symposium
22 January 2025 Materials+ Preview (1) – Next-Gen Materials at Materials+ The fashion industry is experiencing a significant transformation as it addresses environmental challenges related to sustainability and carbon footprints. An innovative solution that is gaining traction is the use of next-generation materials, particularly plant-based and recycled options, in fashion design. Companies that traditionally produced… Continue reading Materials+ Preview (1) – Next-Gen Materials at Materials+
22 January 2025 Behind the Leather: A Portrait of Craftsmanship Bridge of Weir Leather writes on LinkedIn: When Arthur Muirhead founded Bridge of Weir in 1905 he had a vision in mind: to craft the finest leathers in the world.120 years later, that vision lives on, thanks to the incredible people who bring it to… Continue reading Behind the Leather: A Portrait of Craftsmanship
22 January 2025 Environment and Nutrition – Nutritional LCA highlights new perspective on food sustainability According to Multi-stakeholder group European Livestock Voice, new research using Nutritional Life Cycle Assessment (nLCA) reveals that meat and dairy products have a significantly lower environmental impact than previously estimated, while the footprint of plant-based foods increases when protein quality… Continue reading Nutritional LCA highlights new perspective on food sustainability
22 January 2025 USA and Trump´s Footwear Tariffs Trump’s Tariffs Could Push Footwear Prices to $110 Can Domestic Manufacturing Compete with China? https://lnkd.in/gsC7hhAE The U.S. heavily depends on imported footwear, with over 99% of shoes about 2.5 billion pairs annually coming from overseas.In contrast, only 25 million pairs are produced domestically, mainly for military use.… Continue reading USA and Trump´s Footwear Tariffs
21 January 2025 TFL Finishing Technology Are high performance finishes a priority for you and your customer? Explore what TFL’s PUD technologies can offer! TFL offers PUD competence from head to toe, from pre-base to top coat. Our BAYDERM®, AQUADERM®, and RODA® Pur ranges feature cutting-edge polymer technology that enhances leather finishes, ensuring superior softness,… Continue reading TFL Finishing Technology
21 January 2025 Sadesa to open facility in Vietnam Sadesa writes on LinkedIn: We’re thrilled to announce our upcoming facility in Vietnam’s PM3 Industrial Park, set to start operations by late 2024. With a $20M investment, we’re building a LEED-gold certified plant focused on producing 1.5M sqft of athletic leather monthly. Sustainability is key: featuring… Continue reading Sadesa to open facility in Vietnam
21 January 2025 Testing – Oeko-Tex update test criteria for 2025 The Oeko-Tex association has announced updated testing criteria, limit values, and certification guidelines for 2025, effective 1st April after a transition period. The changes aim to enhance trust and sustainability in the textile and leather industries. Report by Leatherbiz. Notable updates include stricter leather… Continue reading Testing – Oeko-Tex update test criteria for 2025
20 January 2025 Automotive Craftsmanship Bader Leather writes on LinkedIn: Toyota Land Cruiser ROX: BADER North America Creates a Masterpiece of Design and Detail. Craftsmanship takes center stage with BADER North America providing the premium leather for the seats and interior wrapped parts. These were then meticulously handcrafted by trim engineers Nino Anselmi and… Continue reading Automotive Craftsmanship
20 January 2025 Automotive China – Rolls-Royce outlines importance of China as it celebrates Phantom Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has unveiled a Phantom Extended created to celebrate Year of the Dragon, as it starts a year-long celebration marking 100 years of the Phantom. By Leatherbiz. Commissioned by a client from China, Phantom Dragon offers a contemporary… Continue reading Automotive China – Rolls-Royce outlines importance of China as it celebrates Phantom
20 January 2025 Lush Leather 2025 Leather Naturally on LinkedIn: What a lush eyeful of joy these leather icons are! We’ve spotted some brand new international leather stories to kick off 2025 – from a brand new drop iconic Nike sneaker to first class British cabin wear from Muirhead Leather and British Airways, and premium… Continue reading Lush Leather 2025
17 January 2025 Veterans Support by Bridge of Weir Leather Bridge of Weir is proud to be supporting Pingree Detroit, a charity which employs and supports US veterans. All Pingree’s products are hand made in Detroit by a team that includes ex-service men and women, creating sustainable, high-quality leather goods which stand the test of… Continue reading Veterans Support by Bridge of Weir Leathe
17 January 2025 TFL Group appoints successor for Dietrich Tegtmeyer Leather chemical maker TFL Group has announced that Dr Volker Rabe will succeed Dr Dietrich Tegtmeyer in his role at the company. By ILM. Dr Tegtmeyer retired on October 1, 2024, and Dr Rabe will take over the role of Head of New Business Development/Industry… Continue reading TFL Group appoints successor for Dietrich Tegtmeyer
17 January 2025 Zero Waste Leather Brusarosco writes on LinkedIn: Zero Waste Leather® is our tangible answer to leather production without waste. Through a 100% circular manufacturing process, we turn every scrap into opportunity, completely eliminating landfill disposal. Discover our unique and innovative approach to sustainable leather—only at Brusarosco: https://lnkd.in/dWZKdwFK
16 January 2025 Luxury – “It’s a shame that Dior Women’s raises prices when it’s stale and repetitive” Now it is the banks that are calling for changes in the creative direction of the brands. This is the case of HSBC, which sees Dior Donna “under pressure” and for this reason would like Jonathan Anderson… Continue reading It’s a shame that Dior Women’s raises prices when it’s stale and repetitive
16 January 2025 Leather Seating from Muirhead – A New Chapter: Muirhead Seat Cover Service. For over 185 years, Muirhead has been synonymous with exceptional leather. From crafting the world’s most sustainable leather to partnering with global brands, our legacy is built on expertise, innovation, and trust. We’re proud to take the next step in… Continue reading A New Chapter: Muirhead Seat Cover Service
16 January 2025 News from World Wildlife Fund (WWF) Fernando Bellese de Cesaro, Senior Director Beef and Leather Supply Chains at WWF, writes on LinkedIn: The European Union’s Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) represents a crucial step towards combating deforestation associated with agricultural commodities. However, its impact will be limited if other major markets do not follow… Continue reading News from World Wildlife Fund (WWF)
15 January 2025 ISA Tan Tec & ISA New Gen Materials ISA Next-Gen Materials is a leading eco-friendly Next-Gen material producer for footwear, handbags and accessories with two business units: ISA TanTec specializes in sustainable leather, and ISA COSM™ (Creation of Sustainable Materials) focuses on sustainable new materials. With its trademarked LITE™ (Low Impact to… Continue reading ISA Tan Tec & ISA New Gen Materials
15 January 2025 Brazil’s leather exports grew 12.5% in 2024, surpassing USD 1.2 Billion Brazil’s exports of hides and skins ended 2024 with a positive balance in exports, achieving growth both in numbers and in key advancements in technology, compliance, and sustainability demands. Total exports reached USD 1.26 billion, representing a 12.5% increase compared to… Continue reading Brazil’s leather exports grew 12.5% in 2024, surpassing USD 1.2 Billion
15 January 2025 Tibet – Ethical Sourcing of Yak Leather Francis Tsang, co-founder of the ChromeFree Leather Alliance (CFLA) writes on LinkedIn: Supporting a socially and environmentally Responsible Tibetan Yak leather value chain can have significant benefits for both local communities and the environment. Chinese philosopher Lao-Tzu once said, ‘Give a man a fish, and… Continue reading Tibet – Ethical Sourcing of Yak Leather
14 January 2025 TFL names Dietrich Tegtmeyer’s successor Leather chemicals group TFL has announced Dr Volker Rabe as its new head of industry relations and new business development. He succeeds Dr Dietrich Tegtmeyer, who retired towards the end of 2024. By Leatherbiz. Dr Rabe has been associated with the leather industry since his childhood, as… Continue reading TFL names Dietrich Tegtmeyer’s successor
14 January 2025 ISA Next-Gen Materials on Qualities of Leather Leather is a significant step towards a more resource-efficient future. In addition to transforming food by-products into eco-friendly materials, it also addresses critical environmental issues and offers out. ProLeder, 4_2020
14 January 2025 Footwear and apparel collection celebrates Hyrox-Puma partnership Sports brand Puma has developed a new spring-summer 2025 collection of footwear and apparel in partnership with Hyrox, writes Footwearbiz. Launched in Hamburg in 2017, Hyrox is a competitive indoor athletic competition programme for people of all ages and abilities. Participants have to complete a… Continue reading Footwear and apparel collection celebrates Hyrox-Puma partnership
13 January 2025 APLF Report – Vehicle Sales and Automotive Leather Interior Trends by Region in 2024 The automotive industry in 2024 continues to evolve, with different regions experiencing varying trends. While global vehicle sales are recovering from pandemic disruptions, the demand for premium features, such as leather interiors, remains strong. Leather seating is often… Continue reading APLF Report – Vehicle Sales and Automotive Leather Interior Trends by Region in 2024
13 January 2025 Automotive – Jaguar Land Rover and Maserati Join Leather Working Group: A Landmark for Leather in the Automotive Sector The recent announcement that two iconic luxury automotive manufacturers, Jaguar Land Rover and Maserati, have joined Leather Working Group (LWG) marks a pivotal moment for both the automotive and leather industries. This collaboration… Continue reading Jaguar Land Rover and Maserati Join Leather Working Group: A Landmark for Leather in the Automotive Sector
13 January 2025 Is It Leather? Consumers Recognize Fake Leather Faults The poor durability of fake leather couches is quickly becoming unmasked! A recent survey of more than 4,100 consumers found fake leather to be the most damage-prone of all sofa materials. Of course, it is! Plastic paste spread over a fabric backing can be… Continue reading Consumers Recognize Fake Leather Faults
13 January 2025 Automotive – Interior Design Pangea Made writes on LinkedIn: CES 2025 Insights: What’s Trending in Automotive Interiors Live from CES! Smart cockpits, biogenic materials, and AI-enhanced personalization are driving the evolution of automotive interiors. Excited to see how these innovations will shape future vehicle designs and how Pangea materials can play a… Continue reading Automotive – Interior Design
10 January 2025 Brazil – Meet the tanneries participating in the upcoming Inspiramais Automotive group Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has announced plans to invest more than £300 million to extend its manufacturing facilities in Goodwood in the south of England. By Leatherbiz. It opened the Goodwood site at the start of 2003 and said this new… Continue reading Brazil – Meet the tanneries participating in the upcoming Inspiramais
10 January 2025 Automotive – Rolls-Royce Motor Cars announces £300 million expansion project Automotive group Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has announced plans to invest more than £300 million to extend its manufacturing facilities in Goodwood in the south of England. By Leatherbiz. It opened the Goodwood site at the start of 2003 and said this new… Continue reading Automotive – Rolls-Royce Motor Cars announces £300 million expansion project
10 January 2025 Bridge of Weir Leather on Durability At a time when throwaway culture dominates and there is a rise in low-quality, plastic-based synthetics, it’s important to celebrate natural materials which last and age as we do. When Bridge of Weir supplied automotive brand SAAB, every Saloon sported a swing tag on the headrest,… Continue reading Bridge of Weir Leather on Durability
9 January 2025 Trade – UK beef market access could be “early trade win” for Trump Vice-president of economic analysis at the US Meat Export Federation, Erin Borror, has said favourable conditions for shipments of US beef and pork to the UK could represent “an early trade win” for the new administration in Washington DC.… Continue reading Trade – UK beef market access could be “early trade win” for Trump
9 January 2025 Vietnam Vietnam’s Leather and Footwear Exports Set to Hit $27 Billion this Year Thanks to Free Trade Agreements https://lnkd.in/gjp8_MEh. Report by Leather News. The Vietnam Leather, Footwear, and Handbag Association (Lefaso) reports that Vietnam’s leather and footwear sector is thriving by leveraging Free Trade Agreements (FTAs). These agreements have unlocked new opportunities,… Continue reading Vietnam
9 January 2025 TFL – Waterproofing Problems with tear- and tensile strength on your waterproof leather? Does your waterproof leather tend to develop a “sugary grain” appearance? DRYWALK® WFB lubricates the grain and leather fibers to overcome these common challenges!
8 January 2025 Retail – Nike hits market with savage discounts “During one of the busiest shopping weekends of the year, Nike was the only brand to have a 30% discount on most of its footwear at Macy’s famous Herald Square location in New York City. Nike is in a race for cash. Chief Executive… Continue reading Retail – Nike hits market with savage discounts
8 January 2025 Products Trending in FW 2025/2026 BagsShoulder bags with triangular flaps From Alice Martha & Mongolian Association of Leather Industry (MALI) – Fashion Goods Hard rigid hand-held bucket bags From Guangzhou Yinduo Leather & Golden C Trading Company Small rigid top handle bags From Mei Sing Collections Ltd & Dugros Leather (India) Pvt.… Continue reading Products Trending in FW 2025/2026
8 January 2025 China – Pakistan Collaboration New FREE feature article now online. (From Leatherbiz on LinkedIn) The Pakistan Tanners’ Association believes a new partnership with the China Leather Industry Association can help it increase exports by almost six times between now and 2030. The main leather industry bodies for China and Pakistan formally signed a… Continue reading China – Pakistan Collaboration
8 January 2025 Is it Leather?POINT / COUNTER-POINT: Demolish Lies with Truths So, this is how you counter an outright lie – attack it directly! Can you imagine the power of countering every false billboard and advertisement with the truth? While maybe not 100% possible, this type of bold tactic is what’s needed in today’s… Continue reading Is it Leather?
7 January 2025 A Case Study of Sustainable Footwear Brands and Their Materials Rombaut: Stylish Yet Sustainable Rombaut is a luxury footwear brand founded by Belgian designer Mats Rombaut. It has gained a strong following among high-profile celebrities like Lil Nas X, Bella Hadid, FKA Twigs, and Suga of BTS. The brand is celebrated for… Continue reading A Case Study of Sustainable Footwear Brands and Their Materials
7 January 2025 Wakmart’s Wirkin looks like a Birkin He is not a Birkin. It is a………Wirkin. At the end of the year, Tik Tok went wild for a bag that the networks nicknamed Wirkin, writes Benjamin LEGOURD on LinkedIn. A copy distributed by Walmart, the American chain of stores, of the iconic Hermès bag,… Continue reading Wakmart’s Wirkin looks like a Birkin
7 January 2025 Stahl on one year after rebranding Marking one year of the refreshed Stahl brand One year ago today, we refreshed our brand and identity to reflect who we are today: a diverse, global, purpose-driven business serving customers across the global leather, performance coatings and packaging coatings markets. Over the past year, Stahl… Continue reading Stahl on one year after rebranding
7 January 2025 Italian leather-footwear sector with a challenging 2024 Data from Assomac highlighted the economic challenges of Italy’s leather sector in 2024, with declined exports and 78% of companies reporting reduced demand across domestic and international markets. By World Footwear. “The current situation presents significant challenges, but our industry has shown great resilience. We… Continue reading Italian leather-footwear sector with a challenging 2024
6 January 2025 Experience the Elegance of Spanish Leather at APLF 2025 A selection of esteemed Spanish companies will showcase their innovative products and Sustainable Tanning Solutions at the upcoming APLF Leather. These companies represent a rich tradition of craftsmanship and sustainability in the leather industry, highlighting Spain’s commitment to quality and environmental responsibility. They… Continue reading Experience the elegance of Spanish leather at APLF 2025
6 January 2025 Automotive Luxury – ‘Private jet’ privacy and comfort in new Lexus people carrier Automotive group Lexus has said its latest vehicle, the LM (Luxury Mover) people carrier, offers a level of sophistication and exclusivity more in keeping with private jets than with four-wheeled transport. By Leatherbiz. It said the vehicle is a… Continue reading Automotive Luxury – ‘Private jet’ privacy and comfort in new Lexus people carrier
6 January 2025 Footwear Italy – Assocalzaturifici projects a 9.3% fall in revenues for 2024 Italian footwear industry association Assocalzaturifici has said it expects the shoe sector in Italy to have a combined 2024 turnover of €13.2 billion. By Leatherbiz. If accurate, this would represent a decline of 9.3% compared to the figure for 2023.… Continue reading Footwear Italy – Assocalzaturifici projects a 9.3% fall in revenues for 2024
6 January 2025 Aspinal of London achieves sales growth in 2024 Luxury leather goods brand Aspinal of London has reported its financial results for the full 2024 fiscal year, when sales were up 9% to £38.6 million (US$47.9 million). By ILM. The brand also achieved a slight gross profit increase to £23.2 million (US$28.79 million),… Continue reading Aspinal of London achieves sales growth in 2024
3 January 2025 Next destination for Blazy will be Chanel Bottega Veneta’s announcement that it has appointed Louise Trotter as its new creative director, replacing Belgian designer Matthieu Blazy, almost coincided with an announcement from Chanel that Mr Blazy is to become the artistic director for its fashion business. By Leatherbiz. Chanel has explained that… Continue reading Next destination for Blazy will be Chanel
3 January 2025 The Scandal of Raw Material Waste COTANCE writes on LinkedIn: Did you know 40% of cattle hides—134M annually—are wasted, releasing 100M tones of CO₂ into the atmosphere? That’s equivalent to the emissions of 8.7M cars. Transforming hides into leather isn’t just a craft—it’s a powerful solution to fight fashion-induced climate change, reduce… Continue reading The Scandal of Raw Material Waste
3 January 2025 The Leathersellers Enabling individuals and communities, fostering opportunity through education, and supporting the UK leather trade. Earth-minded: How UK leather pioneers are setting global standards in sustainability. Leather remains prevalent in our everyday lives; a material tradition, rooted in an understanding of nature and natural processes that humanity has kept up for… Continue reading The Leathersellers
2 January 2025 Italy – Innovation from Dani SpA Evolution Nabuk is the revolutionary stain-resistant solution for the leather industry: featuring warm and elegant tones, Evolution Nabuk offers a feeling of softness and elegance like traditional nubuck, while providing easy maintenance and excellence performance like a pigmented classic. See it now on our website: https://lnkd.in/dxfy9Mik
2 January 2025 Autonomous Driving – Redefining Mobility: Insights into the Future of Autonomous Vehicles and Sustainable Design By One 4 Leather Asahi Kasei’s fifth Global Automotive Consumer Survey, released in December 2024, has unveiled transformative insights into the future of fully autonomous vehicles. The survey, conducted across four major automotive markets—Japan, China, Germany, and… Continue reading Autonomous Driving
2 January 2025 Chinese Car Companies That You Should Know About By Automology Go to China and you will see any number of Chinese car companies that you are not familiar with. Thanks to a largely local market demand, car ownership has been, and still is, very high in China which has allowed domestic producers… Continue reading Chinese Car Companies That You Should Know About
31 December 2024 Tibetan Yak Hair https://www.aplf.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Video_FRANCIS.mp4 Francis Tsang writes on LinkedIn: Repurposing Tibetan yak hair is a fascinating and sustainable practice. This approach uses a natural material and supports local yak sourcing, benefiting the environment and local communities. Utilizing yak hair felt can be part of broader regenerative agricultural practices, enhancing soil health and… Continue reading Tibetan Yak Hair
31 December 2024 Taxes to GDP – How much are YOU paying in taxes? Josh Gardner. CEO @ Kung Fu Data | Building Brands In China, writes on LinkedIn: As an entrepreneur, I get it—taxes can be a real pain. They chip away at hard-earned profits and can sometimes feel like an unnecessary burden. But… Continue reading Taxes to GDP – How much are YOU paying in taxes?
31 December 2024 Much more than Leather – Arlei Leather from Argentina reflects………. 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐮𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫: Much More Than Fashion 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐮𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 is a natural by-product of the meat industry not just a fashion statement. We reduce waste by transforming what would be waste into a durable and sustainable material. Go for natural and not synthetic
30 December 2024 Strong improvement for Inditex in first nine months Spanish fashion group Inditex has reported its financial results for the first nine months of 2024, when sales were up by 7.1% to €27.4 billion. By ILM. Inditex opened stores in 45 markets during the nine-month period, ending with a total of 5,659 stores.… Continue reading Strong improvement for Inditex in first nine months
30 December 2024 Dr Luis Zugno – New Chair of Leather Naturally Big news from us: Dr. Luis A Zugno has been appointed Chair of the Leather Naturally Management Board! Luis currently works as the Global Innovation Manager for chemical manufacturer Buckman. He also serves as the Executive Secretary for IULTCS, after having previously held… Continue reading Dr Luis Zugno – New Chair of Leather Naturally
30 December 2024 Lauding the Qualities of Leather Sylvain Bussiere, CEO Tanneries Roux To me, leather isn’t just a material; it’s a passion that has shaped my life. I am endlessly grateful for everything this journey has brought me and continues to bring. As we approach the end of the year, I want to celebrate… Continue reading Lauding the Qualities of Leather
27 December 2024 USA – FDRA celebrates New Affiliates We’re thrilled to share that FDRA welcomed 41 new members in 2024, strengthening our community and advancing the footwear industry together! A big thank you to our new members for joining us on this journey—we’re excited to serve your footwear needs. Looking to become an FDRA… Continue reading USA – FDRA celebrates New Affiliates
27 December 2024 The Mercedes-Maybach SL 680: A New Standard in Automotive Craftsmanship Mercedes-Maybach’s SL 680 Monogram Series sets a new benchmark for combining functionality and elegance in a modern vehicle. The interior showcases the brand’s focus on craftsmanship, using sustainably tanned MANUFAKTUR Exclusive Nappa leather throughout. This high-quality material covers the seats, door panels,… Continue reading The Mercedes-Maybach SL 680: A New Standard in Automotive Craftsmanship
27 December 2024 Italy – Education for Tanning by UNIC The Tanning Orienteering project, promoted by UNIC – Italian Tanneries, continues with a training purpose that we could define as 2.0. Because – speaking of leather, the industry that produces it and the related professional opportunities it offers – not only students should be sensitized… Continue reading Italy – Education for Tanning by UNIC
24 December 2024 Italy – Loan to help attain ESG goals Gruppo Mastrotto continues its journey toward sustainable growth with the support of a €25 million ESG-linked loan from Crédit Agricole Italia. This funding recognizes our dedication to achieving ambitious and measurable ESG goals. The loan will drive two key sustainability projects: extending Life Cycle… Continue reading Italy – Loan to help attain ESG goals
24 December 2024 India’s Traditional Recycling System Finds New Groove to Tackle Modern Challenges Nonprofit Global Alliance for Textile Sustainability Council (GATS) is a collaborative platform for recyclers, manufacturers, brands, policymakers, academic institutions and industry experts to address challenges related to circular economy practices. Founder-Director Parvinder Singh talks about the GATS mission to make the… Continue reading India – Textiles: India’s Traditional Recycling System Finds New Groove to Tackle Modern Challenges
24 December 2024 Trade – UK joins CPTPP The United Kingdom has officially joined the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). Together with the UK – Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (UKVFTA), this move encompasses significant opportunities for economic growth and enhanced collaboration among the two nations. Since establishing a Strategic Partnership in 2010,… Continue reading Trade – UK joins CPTPP
23 December 2024 Automotive – Driving Sustainability Forward: The Power of Bio-Based Materials in Automotive Design Did you know that leather, as a natural and highly bio-based material, stands out as a sustainable choice for automotive interiors? At Pangea, we’ve optimized leather-making processes to create end products with an impressive 85-95% bio-based content—a significant leap… Continue reading The Power of Bio-Based Materials in Automotive Design
23 December 2024 Europe – EUDR, from the EU a confirmation (the most awaited) and four openings First of all, a confirmation comes from the European Parliament: that of the agreement reached in the Trilogue for the 12-month postponement of the entry into application of the EUDR Regulation. Hallelujah: the process triggered by the Commission’s… Continue reading Europe – EUDR, from the EU a confirmation (the most awaited) and four openings
23 December 2024 COTANCE – Durability Metrics for Apparel and Footwear We are thrilled to welcome new signatories to the Joint Statement on Durability in the PEF for Apparel and Footwear. The International Council of Tanners (ICT), the Leather and Hide Council of America (LHCA), the AQC Association pour l’assurance qualité des fabricants de… Continue reading COTANCE – Durability Metrics for Apparel and Footwear
