13 March 2026 ACLE is the Definitive Business Platform from Where to Penetrate China’s Leather Sector ACLE’s 26th edition is scheduled to take place at the New International Expo Centre in Pudong, Shanghai, from September 1-3, 2026. The last three editions of ACLE have witnessed record visitor numbers, with over 32,000 attendees at the… Continue reading ACLE is the Definitive Business Platform from Where to Penetrate China’s Leather Sector
12 March 2026 APLF 2026: Hong Kong Reinforces Its Position as the Global Gateway for Leather Trade Amid Growing Market Momentum Hong Kong – March 2026 – As the leather industry gathers for APLF 2026, the sector remains focused on adaptation and strategic positioning amid evolving global market conditions. Following a challenging period of economic… Continue reading APLF 2026: Hong Kong Reinforces Its Position as the Global Gateway for Leather Trade Amid Growing Market Momentum
English Tiếng Việt 繁體中文 简体中文 5 November 2025 APLF ASEAN Vietnam 2025 — APLF ASEAN First Time Debuts in Vietnam APLF ASEAN will make its Vietnam debut from 13–15 November 2025 at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC), Ho Chi Minh City, bringing the world’s leather and fashion materials community to one of Asia’s… Continue reading APLF ASEAN Vietnam 2025 — APLF ASEAN First Time Debuts in Vietnam
8 October 2025 All China Leather Exhibition 2025: Resilience and Renewal Amid Global Challenges The 2025 edition of the All China Leather Exhibition (ACLE) successfully concluded on September 5 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre, occupying Halls E1–E7. Exhibition Scale Covering more than 80,000 square meters, this year’s fair brought together nearly… Continue reading All China Leather Exhibition 2025: Resilience and Renewal Amid Global Challenges
23 September 2025 ACLE Showcasing Innovation and Global Opportunities for the Leather Industry The 25th All China Leather Exhibition (ACLE) successfully concluded at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC) after three dynamic days, reaffirming its role as China’s leading leather industry event. Covering more than 80,000 square metres, the fair brought together nearly… Continue reading ACLE Showcasing Innovation and Global Opportunities for the Leather Industry
3 September 2025 ACLE to Unite China’s Leather Industry Despite Economic and Geopolitical Headwinds The 25th edition of ACLE takes place from 3–5 September 2025 at the New International Expo Centre (SNIEC) in Shanghai. The fair occupies seven halls, covering 80,500 square metres, and hosts around 1,000 exhibitors from both China and overseas. Exhibitors… Continue reading ACLE to Unite China’s Leather Industry Despite Economic and Geopolitical Headwinds
8 August 2025 French Suppliers Assembled at ACLE At the upcoming ACLE exhibition, a number of esteemed French suppliers will gather. Covico Sas – E1-D09a-FR The COVICO group of companies began in 1969. Over the years, it has established close working and trusted partnerships with its suppliers (the abattoirs). The COVICO group provides them with… Continue reading French Suppliers Assembled at ACLE
2 June 2025 All China Leather Exhibition 2025: Chinese Leather Market Drives Demand ACLE 2025 Reinforces Its Role as China’s Premier Leather Sourcing Hub Amid Shifting Global Supply Chains. Despite Tariff Uncertainty ACLE is still the definitive gateway to China’s Leather Industry. ACLE 2025 will be held from 3 – 5 September at the Shanghai… Continue reading All China Leather Exhibition 2025: Chinese Leather Market Drives Demand
27 May 2025 APLF ASEAN Returns with Its Next Destination: Ho Chi Minh City 13–15 November 2025 | SECC, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam APLF ASEAN, Southeast Asia’s most focused B2B platform for leather, materials, and technology sourcing, heads to its third edition in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, from 13 – 15 November 2025.… Continue reading APLF ASEAN Returns with Its Next Destination: Ho Chi Minh City
3 April 2025 APLF 2025: Vitality, Innovation, Insight and Trade all Under One Roof The three-day APLF 2025 event concluded successfully at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre in Wanchai, Hong Kong, on 14 March. As Asia’s largest leather fair, APLF serves as a vital gateway to the rapidly expanding markets of mainland… Continue reading APLF 2025: Vitality, Innovation, Insight and Trade all Under One Roof
13 March 2025 ACLE is the definitive business platform from where to penetrate China’s leather industry This year’s All-China Leather Exhibition (ACLE) is the 25th edition of this trade fair that held its first edition in Beijing in 1998. It will take place from 3 – 5 September at the New International Expo Centre in… Continue reading ACLE is the definitive business platform from where to penetrate China’s leather industry
12 March 2025 The Key Business Platform to reach Global Leather and Fashion Opportunities in China and Southeast Asia Celebrating its 41st year, APLF has firmly established itself as a premier event in the leather and fashion accessories industry. Held in Hong Kong, the event serves as a crucial entry point into the flourishing markets… Continue reading The Key Business Platform to reach Global Leather and Fashion Opportunities in China and Southeast Asia
5 March 2025 Hohhot Cashmere Pavilion to Showcase at Fashion Access 2025 in Hong Kong From March 12 to 14, nine cashmere product companies organized by the Hohhot Cashmere Association will exhibit at Fashion Access 2025. They will feature two Chinese geographical certification trademarks—”Hohhot Cashmere” and “Hohhot Cashmere Scarf”—promoting and enhancing the popularity of Hohhot’s… Continue reading Hohhot Cashmere Pavilion to Showcase at Fashion Access 2025 in Hong Kong
19 February 2025 Experience Japan’s Finest: Exceptional Leather Craftsmanship at APLF 2025. The Japanese Pavilion will be at APLF Hong Kong, showcasing their traditional Japanese aesthetics and modern creativity of Japanese leather. Aikawa Co LtdBooth No.: 3G-A05-JP Aikawa is a leather wholesaler in Tokyo. In 2011, they started a tannery, named KANETOSHI, in Himeji City,… Continue reading Experience Japan’s Finest: Exceptional Leather Craftsmanship at APLF 2025.
18 February 2025 Discover the Elegance of Turkish Leather at APLF 2025! As one of the largest national pavilions at APLF Leather, 24 Turkish exhibitors will showcase a stunning collection of leather and double face for footwear, leather goods and garment application, highlighting Turkey’s rich natural resources and exceptional craftsmanship. Visit the Turkish Pavilion in… Continue reading Discover the Elegance of Turkish Leather at APLF 2025!
11 February 2025 Discover the Sophistication of German Leather and Tanning Solutions at APLF 2025! Germany will showcase their high-quality leather and cutting-edge sustainable tanning solutions in the German pavilion. Experience the technological advancement as these industry leaders showcase a captivating array of innovations designed to meet the evolving demands of tanning industries. Featured Tanning… Continue reading Discover the Sophistication of German Leather and Tanning Solutions at APLF 2025!
11 February 2025 Indian Suppliers Showcasing Excellence at APLF and Fashion Access At the upcoming event, 50+ distinguished Indian exporters will take this once-a-year opportunity at the APLF Leather and Fashion Access exhibitions to meet worldwide buyers. Don’t miss the last-minute chance to be an exhibitor at the most important three days of the leather calendar.… Continue reading Indian Suppliers Showcasing Excellence at APLF and Fashion Access
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
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+
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
2 December 2024 Brazilian Leather at APLF 2025 Brazil will be present at the upcoming edition of APLF Leather in Hong Kong with a large number of tanneries, showcasing the strength, efficiency, and production capabilities of Brazilian leather. Over 30 companies will exhibit at the fair with the support of the Brazilian Leather project, a partnership… Continue reading Brazilian Leather at APLF 2025
24 October 2024 Design-A-Bag Competition 2025 Opens for Submission Embrace authenticity and celebrate bag designs that captures the essence of human touch. Design-A-Bag (DAB) Online Competition, the leather bag designing event for designers and design students worldwide, is pleased to announce the opening of submissions for the 2025 edition. Organized by Fashion Access since… Continue reading Design-A-Bag Competition 2025 Opens for Submission
20 September 2024 With the Leather and Manufacturing Supply Chain on Display, ACLE attracted a Record Number of Domestic and International Buyers The 2024 All China Leather Exhibition (ACLE) was successfully held at Shanghai New International Expo Center on September 3-5, 2024. Covering 8 halls in the Expo Centre, the exhibition occupied a total area… Continue reading ACLE attracted a Record Number of Domestic and International Buyers
3 September 2024 All China Leather Exhibition (ACLE) to Energise China’s Leather Sector after a Solid Performance in H1 2024 Established in 1998, the All China Leather Exhibition (ACLE) was created to connect China’s leather industry with Western suppliers of raw materials, chemicals, and technology. Held annually in Shanghai for 22 years, the fair faced… Continue reading All China Leather Exhibition (ACLE) to Energise China’s Leather Sector after a Solid Performance in H1 2024
30 April 2024 Brazil’s industry was a big player at APLF 2024 Latin American companies expand their global business in Hong Kong The return of the APLF fair to its traditional stage in the city of Hong Kong showed that it continues to be the largest meeting point for the global leather industry and its… Continue reading Brazil’s industry was a big player at APLF 2024
6 April 2024 Successful APLF Return Tempered by Slow Market Demand After an absence of five years, APLF finally returned to its home base in Hong Kong to celebrate the 40th year of its launch in 1984. Due to low prices and slow demand for leather, especially in the footwear sector, pre-fair expectations were… Continue reading Successful APLF Return Tempered by Slow Market Demand
20 March 2024 ACLE has the Role of Reinvigorating China’s Leather and Manufacturing Sectors The 2024 All-China Leather Exhibition will take place from 3 – 5 September at the New International Expo Centre in Pudong, Shanghai. The event covers a total exhibition area of 92,000 square metres and 8 halls of international and domestic tanneries,… Continue reading ACLE has the Role of Reinvigorating China’s Leather and Manufacturing Sectors
19 March 2024 APLF’s Return to Hong Kong coincides with its 40th Anniversary In early June 1984, in a car park in central Hong Kong, the first edition of the Hong Kong International Leather Fair (later to become APLF) was held. The founder of the fair, Derek Dickins, had the vision to realise that… Continue reading APLF’s Return to Hong Kong coincides with its 40th Anniversary
September 2023 Global Suppliers and Manufacturers all set for the Return of APLF to Hong Kong in March 2024 The Meeting Place for the Global Leather Industry, APLF, will finally make its long-awaited return to its home base at the Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) from 19-21 March 2024. Despite a hiatus… Continue reading Global Suppliers and Manufacturers all set for the Return of APLF to Hong Kong in March 2024
25 Oct 2023 Solid Business Opportunities in Southeast Asia and Beyond as APLF Returns to Bangkok APLF ASEAN kicks off today at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre (QSNCC) in Bangkok. Over the next three days, from 25 – 27 October 2023, this platform will bring together a vibrant community of leather professionals and enthusiasts,… Continue reading Solid Business Opportunities in Southeast Asia and Beyond as APLF Returns to Bangkok
16 October 2023 APLF ASEAN 2023: A Gala that Merges the Thai Leather Community All in One APLF ASEAN will be returning to Bangkok, Thailand at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC) on October 25-27, 2023, bringing together exciting suppliers, designers, buyers, and industry experts under one roof as a gala that merges the… Continue reading APLF ASEAN 2023: A Gala that Merges the Thai Leather Community All in One
11 September 2023 The Recovery of the Leather Industry Sends Positive Signals as ACLE 2023 came to a Successful Conclusion in Shanghai After a four-year hiatus, the 2023 All China Leather Exhibition (ACLE) was held in an optimistic atmosphere at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre in Halls E1-E7 on August 29-31, 2023. The exhibition… Continue reading The Recovery of the Leather Industry Sends Positive Signals as ACLE 2023 came to a Successful Conclusion in Shanghai
29 August 2023 All China Leather Exhibition (ACLE) Marks Its awaited Return, to Fuel Economic Recovery and Industry Resilience After a four-year hiatus, the All China Leather Exhibition (ACLE) is back at its home base, the prestigious Shanghai New International Exhibition Centre (SNIEC). This vital comeback signifies a world united in overcoming the shadows of… Continue reading All China Leather Exhibition (ACLE) Marks Its awaited Return, to Fuel Economic Recovery and Industry Resilience
21 April 2023 Best of APLF Awards 2023 – Winners of APLF Leather Dubai The winners of the Best of APLF Awards (BOAA) 2023 were announced during BOAA & Design-A-Bag Awards cocktail party on the second day of the three-day event. In 2004, the first BOAA was held to mark the 20th anniversary of APLF… Continue reading Best of APLF Awards 2023 – Winners of APLF Dubai Leather
14 April 2023 APLF ASEAN returns to Bangkok for a second edition in October After receiving many enquiries from both exhibitors and visitors as a result of the successful launch of APLF ASEAN in Bangkok last October 2022, the Organisers have taken the decision to hold a second event in Bangkok to satisfy the needs… Continue reading APLF ASEAN returns to Bangkok for a second edition in October
30 March 2023 APLF ’24 to Return to Hong Kong Home Base A three-day business and educational fair, the 37th APLF held as a second special edition in Dubai, concluded on 15th of March, 2023, at the Dubai World Trade Centre, Sheikh Saeed Halls. Recognised by the leather industry as the most important trade fair,… Continue reading APLF ’24 to Return to Hong Kong Home Base
14 March 2023 New Markets opened by APLF Dubai Reinforced by China’s Return After a hiatus of four years since the last edition was held in 2019, the All China Leather Exhibition (ACLE) will return to Shanghai to hold its 23rd edition from 29 – 31 August, at the Shanghai New International Exhibition Centre (SNIEC),… Continue reading ACLE to Reinvigorate China’s Leather Sector
13 March 2023 New Markets opened by APLF Dubai Reinforced by China’s Return APLF Dubai 2023 opens today, from 13 – 15 March, at the Sheikh Saeed Halls 1- 3 of Dubai World Trade Centre. After last year’s inaugural event in Dubai was held during the restrictions of the pandemic which limited the participation… Continue reading New Markets opened by APLF Dubai Reinforced by China’s Return
13 March 2023 Design-A-Bag Competition 2023 – Three Finalists to show up at APLF in Dubai to demonstrate their modern designs The yearly Design-A-Bag Competition will again bring together a global design community to the Fashion Access trade fair, this time with a special edition in Dubai. Three finalists will get a sponsored journey to… Continue reading Three Finalists to show up at APLF in Dubai to demonstrate their modern designs
14 February 2023 APLF and ESMOD Dubai join hand to promote leather to young designers The French Fashion Institute in Dubai, ESMOD, will be APLF’s institutional partner in Dubai, to work together in raising the aware of students and young designers about the leather and fashion industry, as well as enriching their knowledge in this… Continue reading APLF and ESMOD Dubai join hand to promote leather to young designers
18 January 2023 China Delegations Head to APLF in Dubai The lifting of China’s compulsory quarantine and travel restrictions and reopening for outbound travel for business and tourism has sparked a return of Chinese exhibitors and buyers to APLF. Supported by China Leather Industry Association (CLIA) and local industry associations, the delegations from China’s Fujian,… Continue reading China Delegations Head to APLF in Dubai
23 November 2022 ACLE2022 to be Rescheduled to August 2023 Following the epidemic prevention and control requirements of Shanghai and the Joint Prevention and Control Mechanism of the State Council, the organisers of the All China Leather Exhibition (ACLE) have announced that ACLE 2022, originally to be held from 20 – 22 December 2022 at… Continue reading ACLE2022 to be Rescheduled to August 2023
1 November 2022 APLF is the Focal Point for Expanding the Leather Business in the ASEAN Bloc Held in Bangkok for the first time, the world’s leading leather and fashion accessories trade fair brought together over 4,000 leather mxanufacturers, distributors and consumer brands to share their ideas for the future of this exciting and ever-changing… Continue reading APLF is the Focal Point for Expanding the Leather Business in the ASEAN Bloc
19 October 2022 APLF Heads to Bangkok For a Special ASEAN Edition APLF’s special ASEAN edition will take place from October 19 – 21 October at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre (QSNCC) in Bangkok, Thailand. This is APLF’s second trade fair to be held outside its home base of Hong Kong due to compulsory… Continue reading APLF Heads to Bangkok For a Special ASEAN Edition
2 August 2022 ACLE2022 to be Rescheduled The organisers of the All China Leather Exhibition (ACLE) have announced that ACLE 2022, originally scheduled to be held at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre from 31 August to 2 September, will be rescheduled to 20 – 22 December 2022 at the same venue. We sincerely apologise… Continue reading ACLE2022 to be Rescheduled
The organisers announced that a special edition of APLF ASEAN will be hosted in Bangkok, Thailand, from 19 – 21 October 2022 at the new Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC).
6 May 2022 APLF Dubai: Mission accomplished A Stimulating Fair The 2022 edition of APLF, the world’s leading trade fair in Leather and Fashion concluded successfully on 1st April at the Dubai World Trade Centre after three days of intense energy filled business activity and events. APLF was held in conjunction with Fashion Access and… Continue reading APLF Dubai: Mission accomplished
11 April 2022 High Energy and an Optimistic Mood Pervaded APLF’s Special Edition in Dubai After a three years hiatus due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the world’s leading trade fair in Leather and Fashion made a triumphal return in Dubai World Trade Centre, from 30th March to 1st April, coinciding with the last few days… Continue reading High Energy and an Optimistic Mood Pervaded APLF’s Special Edition in Dubai
1 April 2022 Best of APLF Awards 2022 – Winners of APLF Leather Dubai The winners of the Best of APLF Awards (BOAA) 2022 were announced during BOAA & Design-A-Bag Awards and Cocktail Party in the evening of 30 March 2022 during APLF Dubai fair. There was a total of 6 winners from the… Continue reading Best of APLF Awards 2022 – Winners of APLF Dubai Leather
31 March 2022 Design-A-Bag Competition 2022 Overall Winner – AMARA, Neil Bryan Capistrano, Philippines The Design-A-Bag Competition 2022 Final Judging Ceremony successfully took place on 31st March during APLF Dubai 2022. The judging panel selected Amara, designed by Neil Bryan Capistrano from Philippines, as this year’s overall winner. Neil will receive a 5-week bag design… Continue reading Design-A-Bag Competition 2022 – Overall Winner – AMARA, Neil Bryan Capistrano, Philippines
30 March 2022 APLF returns in Dubai to continue its mission in serving the Leather and Fashion Industries APLF Dubai 2022 opens today at the Dubai World Trade Centre Having held the last edition in Hong Kong in 2019, APLF Dubai marks its return since the 2019 event. It is the first time that the… Continue reading APLF returns in Dubai to continue its mission in serving the Leather and Fashion Industries
28 March 2022 Design-A-Bag Competition 2022 Three Finalists of the Design-A-Bag Competition 2022 Revealed! 2022 Competition Theme: APLF Fall-Winter Colour & Material Trends 2022/23 1/ Leather, what else? The world is changing, go sustainable and use natural materials 2/ Colours celebrate and glorify the FW season Design with one of the Fall-Winter… Continue reading Three Finalists of the Design-A-Bag Competition 2022 Revealed!
28 January 2022 APLF to return in a Special Edition in Dubai After a gap of three years since its last edition in Hong Kong in 2019, the world’s leading and most international trade fair for the leather industry, APLF, is set to return as a Special Edition in Dubai, UAE, to be held… Continue reading APLF to return in a Special Edition in Dubai
19 November 2021 APLF Launches APLF Academy Online Learning Platform on 17 November APLF has launched a new training platform – APLF Academy, to provide foundational and advanced knowledge courses tailored for designers, merchandisers, and fashion enthusiasts to learn more about leather, from its history, usage, manufacturing process to chemical applications and sustainability.… Continue reading APLF Launches APLF Academy Online Learning Platform on 17 November
10 November 2021 ACLE to be rescheduled to 2022 due to provide a more productive environment to do business The organisers of All China Leather Exhibition (ACLE) 2021 have taken the decision to reschedule the event, due to be held at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre from 23 – 25 November 2021, to new… Continue reading ACLE to be rescheduled to 2022 due to provide a more productive environment to do business
13 October 2021 A Special Edition of APLF to be held in Dubai from 30 March – 1 April 2022 The Organisers announced that APLF-Leather and Materials+ 2022 will be relocated from Hong Kong to Dubai, UAE, from 30 March – 1 April 2022 at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC). The decision was made after extensive… Continue reading A Special Edition of APLF to be held in Dubai from 30 March – 1 April 2022
29 March 2021 APLF introduces sampleroom Starts connecting buyers and suppliers on 19 April 2021 APLF will launch sampleroom, a brand-new B2B social networking marketplace for suppliers to unveil their collections, connect with buyers and accelerate business. The platform provides year-round product sourcing and business matching services to both suppliers and buyers. sampleroom will bring… Continue reading APLF Introduces sampleroom
12 March 2021 Changing of the Guard at APLF Director of APLF and Executive Vice President of Informa Markets (Asia), Michael Duck, will be taking on new, expanded responsibilities for the company as Executive Vice President- Commercial Development, a global position. This will mean that after 27 years Michael will be handing over his role… Continue reading Changing of the Guard at APLF
11 February 2021 A Business Platform to Embrace the Challenge of Pandemic Lockdowns and international travel restrictions have created difficulties for all industries, including trade fairs in all business sectors across the globe. APLF has successfully organised and launched three Virtual Exhibitions – with the focus on Greater China; the Indian Subcontinent, and Africa &… Continue reading A Business Platform to Embrace the Challenge of Pandemic
20 November 2020 Virtual APLF Brings International Suppliers to Three Main Tanning Regions In view of the current situation which prevents buyers from attending physical exhibitions, APLF will continue to support the tanning industry by organising a series of online events for the Chinese, Indian and African/Middle East markets. The virtual events will… Continue reading Virtual APLF Brings International Suppliers to Three Main Tanning Regions
19 August 2020 COVID-19 Should Not Prevent the Leather and Fashion Sectors from Moving Forward APLF announced on 9th April that the 2020 edition of APLF had been rescheduled to next year due to the travel restrictions. During this 6-month period, APLF continues to offer the industry digital tools to connect with each other. … Continue reading COVID-19 Should Not Prevent the Leather and Fashion Sectors from Moving Forward
14 August 2020 APLF Announces Departure of Perrine Ardouin Perrine Ardouin will be leaving her post as the Director of APLF after 24 years in charge of the company’s portfolio of trade fairs and events. She has decided to leave Hong Kong and move on to a new page of her life. After departure, she… Continue reading APLF Announces Departure of Perrine Ardouin
24 July 2020 Design-A-Bag Press Release – Winners Announcement 2020 Due to the recent rapid outbreak of COVID-19, in view of the health and safety of our exhibitors and buyers, APLF has made the most difficult decision to postpone the APLF fairs, including Fashion Access to 30 Mar – 1 Apr 2021. However, the Design-A-Bag Online… Continue reading Design-A-Bag Press Release – Winners Announcement 2020
11 October 2019 ACLE 2019 Final Report – ACLE sets the stage for coping strategies The All China Leather Exhibition (ACLE) took place in early September amid the announcement of China’s latest round of retaliatory tariffs toward the US. These new tariffs may mostly affect China’s salted and wet blue hide imports. The continuous escalation… Continue reading ACLE 2019 Final Report – ACLE sets the stage for coping strategies
23 September 2019 Shanghai Shake Up: Redesigning a Future for Leather Innovation in tanning, marketing that’s better targeted to younger demographics and a more responsive and creative approach to customers – these are among the critical points raised during the 2019 Shanghai Shake-up during ACLE in September, “Redesigning a Future for Leather”. The event featured… Continue reading Shanghai Shake Up: Redesigning a Future for Leather
16 September 2019 ACLE 22nd Edition sheds new, positive light on leather China’s leading international event for the leather industry wrapped up another successful edition, its 22nd, on 5 September 2019. 1,056 exhibitors from 34 countries and regions were joined by more than 23,300 visitors in Shanghai from 3 – 5 September. Over 20,000 buyers… Continue reading ACLE 22nd Edition sheds new, positive light on leather
4 September 2019 All China Leather Exhibition 2019 – We are all Optimists It was snowing, according to APLF Director Michael Duck, twenty two years ago when the All China Leather Exhibition started and the damp, grey weather was even more dismal this morning: only to be perfectly matched by the first report by Mr.… Continue reading All China Leather Exhibition 2019 – We are all Optimists
3 September 2019 Complex Trade and Industry Situation can Benefit from China’s Leading Leather Event The leather sector is facing a double pronged assault as we approach the fourth quarter of 2019 – namely the ongoing tariff war between the US and China and the growing competition from synthetic materials in the design and manufacture… Continue reading Complex Trade and Industry Situation can Benefit from China’s Leading Leather Event
1 August 2019 A trade fair with seminars, conferences, innovations and educational activities to help strengthen China’s leading leather event With the 22nd edition of the All China Leather Exhibition (ACLE) due to take place on 3-5 September at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre in Pudong, Shanghai, the co-organisers, APLF Ltd and the China… Continue reading A trade fair with seminars, conferences, innovations and educational activities to help strengthen China’s leading leather event
23 July 2019 China Leather Industry Association – Specification on the Use of the Word “Leather” at the All China Leather Exhibition CLIA, co-organiser with APLF of ACLE, publishes the following notice to the domestic exhibitors to regulate the use of the word “leather” Dear Exhibitors: The All China Leather Exhibition is one of… Continue reading China Leather Industry Association – Specification on the Use of the Word “Leather” at the All China Leather Exhibition
31 May 2019 A business and educational platform for the manufacturing sector In its 22nd year, ACLE, China´s definitive leather event is to be held from 3 – 5 September 2019 at the New International Expo Centre in Pudong, Shanghai. The leather industry continues to labour under low demand and low prices – neither of… Continue reading A business and educational platform for the manufacturing sector
17 May 2019 Wide range of fashion accessories in a professional business-like atmosphere Fashion Access displayed a wide range of fashion accessories such as handbags, bags, wallets, travel items, garments, footwear and other lifestyle products. This trade fair has been the leading venue where to source fashion accessories and at the same time for brands… Continue reading Wide range of fashion accessories in a professional business-like atmosphere
9 May 2019 Advancing beyond Materials and Components to “Feeling Green” This third edition of Materials+ to be held was launched as a platform for non-leather and advanced materials, all types of footwear components, decorative hardware for fashion accessories as well as the latest cutting machine technology used in the manufacturing processes. Materials+ does in… Continue reading Advancing beyond Materials and Components to “Feeling Green”
9 May 2019 Over-pessimistic pre-fair expectations in Hong Kong were just that! Low pre-fair expectations based on the parlous state of the overall leather sector were soon dispelled as buyers proceeded to enter the main leather hall on 13 March as the 35th Anniversary edition of APLF Leather opened in Hong Kong. Major trade… Continue reading Over-pessimistic pre-fair expectations in Hong Kong were just that!
1 April 2019 APLF 2019: the most important yet There can be no doubt that the 2019 APLF was one of the most important in its history. The leather trade has had a difficult two years, with some sectors suffering badly and even the stronger ones, such as automotive, looking at a complex and uncertain… Continue reading APLF 2019: the most important yet
14 March 2019 A Challenging time for China’s Leather and Footwear Sectors This 22nd edition of the All China Leather Exhibition (ACLE) will take place at the New International Expo Centre in Pudong, Shanghai from 3 – 5 September 2019. The event covers a total exhibition area of 92,000 square metres and 8 halls of… Continue reading A Challenging time for China’s Leather and Footwear Sectors
14 March 2019 Sustainability to the fore as APLF Celebrates its 35th Anniversary This year APLF is taking place after what has been a very demanding year for the leather industry. Demand for footwear leather continues to be weak. After a five year boom in global auto sales, the market is taking a breather and… Continue reading Sustainability to the fore as APLF Celebrates its 35th Anniversary
29 September 2018 APLF – Leather & Materials+ Voted No. 1 Leather Fair APLF Leather & Materials+ is the world’s most international leather fair based in Hong Kong and it was recently voted the Number #1 leather fair by top tanners surveyed in the ILM Tanners Business Confidence Survey published in August. Its sister fair,… Continue reading APLF – Leather & Materials+ Voted No. 1 Leather Fair
29 September 2018 The Global Footwear Executive Summit will beam in on latest Retail Developments Agility in Action – Actionable Insights on Global Footwear Retail, Sourcing, Production, Design & Development As a continuation of its predecessor, the Global Footwear Retail Conference (GFRC), the Global Footwear Executive Summit (GFES) will focus on developments affecting not only… Continue reading The Global Footwear Executive Summit will beam in on latest Retail Developments
6 September 2018 The support given to the leather promotional campaign is likely to prove pivotal in the future of our industry The accepted back story of the leather industry is that the supply of leather cannot grow to meet demand because the livestock – bovine, ovine, caprine or porcine – that provide the hides… Continue reading The support given to the leather promotional campaign is likely to prove pivotal in the future of our industry.
11 October 2018 As fashion retail becomes multi-channel, Fashion Access has become multi-faceted to benefit exhibitor Pop Up for Promotion Penetrating new consumer markets takes time and planning as well as money spent on market research. How should I go about finding a suitable agent or representative can also be time consuming and in many… Continue reading As fashion retail becomes multi-channel, Fashion Access has become multi-faceted to benefit exhibitor
31 August 2018 ACLE 2018 Day 2 Highlights Steady as you go Day two of the 2018 ACLE may have started slowly but soon got busy before lunch; perhaps the delay was a consequence of the excellent anniversary dinner. For there is no doubt that the fair is overall busier and more active than… Continue reading ACLE’s 20th Anniversary Spurred by Inspiration
31 August 2018 Michael Duck, Director of APLF Limited is Optimistic about the Future of China Leather Industry and ACLE Steady as you go Day two of the 2018 ACLE may have started slowly but soon got busy before lunch; perhaps the delay was a consequence of the excellent anniversary dinner. For there is… Continue reading ACLE 2018 Day 2 Highlights
31 August 2018 Michael Duck, Director of APLF Limited is Optimistic about the Future of China Leather Industry and ACLE This year has been particularly challenging for the global leather industry with raw material prices declining after APLF ended in mid-March and are not at their lowest levels since the height of the financial crisis… Continue reading Michael Duck, Director of APLF Limited is Optimistic about the Future of China Leather Industry and ACLE
30 August 2018 ACLE 2018 Day 1 Highlights Bedding In Trying to quickly get to grips with a market when you are not long off an intercontinental flight is not easy. Even more so when the air is full of threats and counter threats regarding tariff wars between China and America. … Continue reading ACLE 2018 Day 1 Highlights
30 August 2018 Chen Zhanguang, Secretary General of China Leather Industry Association Reported on the Economic Status of China’s Leather, Fur and Leather Goods Industries The economic status of China’s leather, fur and leather goods industries maintained steady growth but are slowing down in the first half of 2018. A. Prosperity index slowing down… Continue reading Chen Zhanguang, Secretary General of China Leather Industry Association Reported on the Economic Status of China’s Leather, Fur and Leather Goods Industries
29 August 2018 On its 20th Anniversary ACLE focuses on Innovation Taking place in Shanghai from 29 – 31 August, ACLE is celebrating 20 years since its launch in Beijing in 1998 alongside the 30th anniversary of the founding of the China Leather Industry Association in 1988. This year the focus of the ACLE… Continue reading On its 20th Anniversary ACLE focuses on Innovation
8 August 2018 All China Leather Exhibition : The Countdown to ACLE 2018 has already started! In less than one month the 20th anniversary edition of China’s leading event for the leather industry will be inaugurated at the New International Expo Centre in Shanghai. The fair will boast a wide and impressive range of… Continue reading All China Leather Exhibition : The Countdown to ACLE 2018 has already started!
13 July 2018 Automotive Sector in China : Major Buyers from Automotive Sector Expected at 2018 Event ACLE Activities for Car Upholstery Exhibitors and Buyers The mainstays of leather demand since 2015 have been the upholstery and automotive sectors as the demand for leather uppers and soles has declined in favour of synthetic materials and… Continue reading Automotive Sector in China : Major Buyers from Automotive Sector Expected at 2018 Event
11 July 2018 Shanghai Shake-Up : Leather Lab – Speakers Line-Up Speakers Line-Up Peter van Wingerden CEO & Partner, Beladon How to make leather really sustainable? Raw hides often shipped around the world to reach the tanneries, what if cattle farming could happen much closer to where the hides are processed? Mr. Wingerden offers a… Continue reading Shanghai Shake-Up : Leather Lab – Speakers Line-Up
15 June 2018 ACLE, APLF & THE FOOTWEARISTS present: THE SHANGHAI SHAKE-UP WAKE-UP…and smell the leather! Given the pressure that the leather industry has been under in recent years, you might almost forget that leather still has the smell of success. That is why the organiser of All China Leather Exhibition (ACLE), the largest… Continue reading ACLE, APLF & THE FOOTWEARISTS present: THE SHANGHAI SHAKE-UP
30 May 2018 All China Leather Exhibition 2018 Celebrates Anniversaries and Focuses on Innovation 2018 is a special year for China’s leather sector and ACLE. This year marks the China Leather Industry Association’s (CLIA) 30th anniversary that since its founding has led to great improvements in China’s tanning industry, reaching state of the… Continue reading All China Leather Exhibition 2018 Celebrates Anniversaries and Focuses on Innovation
16 May 2018 Press Release | Design-A-Bag Competition Winners Announcement 2018 Design-A-Bag Online Competition is pleased to announce the winners of 2018. The judging panel consists of representatives from Giordano, All Saints, Jayne Fashion Consultancy, The Arsutoria School, Korea Colour & Fashion Trend Centre, Edizioni AF and OO Agency Paris. Lemniscate Handbag designed by Ho… Continue reading Design-A-Bag Competition Winners Announcement 2018
16 April 2018 ACLE is the barometer as China’s leather sector consolidates With its 21st edition due to take place in Shanghai from 29 – 31 August, ACLE comes of age as China’s leather sector consolidates as the environmental clean-up started three years ago finally culminates. At the moment there are ample supplies of raw… Continue reading ACLE is the barometer as China’s leather sector consolidates
6 April 2018 Fashion Access & Cashmere World praised by exhibitors and buyers Fashion Access and Cashmere World concluded with a positive business outcome. Being held during the peak sourcing season for fashion and leather accessories as well as for cashmere and fine fibres, the three-day show attracted over 10,000 international visitors from 85 countries.… Continue reading Fashion Access & Cashmere World praised by exhibitors and buyers
29 March 2018 Footwear industry facing tough decisions ahead: is digitisation inevitable? This question was among the issues that were discussed by experts from across the footwear industry during the fourth Global Footwear Retail Conference (GFRC) sponsored by Tencel and ISA Tantec and co-organised by APLF and the Footwear Distributors & Retailers of America (FDRA)… Continue reading Footwear industry facing tough decisions ahead: is digitisation inevitable?
29 March 2018 APLF Leather & Materials+ 2018 – Quality Prevails as Market Seeks to Find Level This had little to do with the venue or the event itself but more to do with a leather market suffering from an oversupply of raw material accompanied by flagging demand for leather, uppers for footwear and the… Continue reading APLF Leather & Materials+ 2018 – Quality Prevails as Market Seeks to Find Level
16 March 2018 Report on 2017 China’s Leather & Footwear Industry and ACLE2018 Forecasts by CLIA Economic status of China’s Leather and footwear Industry in 2017 The performance of China’s leather and footwear Industries maintained a growth trend in previous year. The sales revenue generated by leather, fur, finished products and footwear companies was… Continue reading Report on 2017 China’s Leather & Footwear Industry and ACLE2018 Forecasts by CLIA
15 March 2018 China’s leather industry consolidates This 21st edition of the All China Leather Exhibition (ACLE) will take place at the New International Expo Centre in Pudong, Shanghai from 29 – 31 August 2018. The event covers a total exhibition area of 92,000 square metres and 8 halls of international and domestic tanneries, machinery… Continue reading China’s leather industry consolidates
14 March 2018 Encouraging Economic Backdrop for 34th Edition of APLF Widely recognised as the Annual Meeting Place for the Global Leather Industry, the 34th edition of APLF takes place from 14 – 16 March at the Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre (HKCEC). The earlier dates will allow professional buyers to locate the materials… Continue reading Encouraging Economic Backdrop for 34th Edition of APLF
