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TFL Appoints Samer Al Jabi as Chief Commercial Officer and Kaija Korolainen as Chief People Officer

TFL Appoints Samer Al Jabi as Chief Commercial Officer and Kaija Korolainen as Chief People Officer

Arshad | August 29, 2025 |
Malack Abdul Wahab of KH Exports Elected to LWG Board as Leather Manufacturer Representative

Malack Abdul Wahab of KH Exports Elected to LWG Board as Leather Manufacturer Representative

Arshad | August 28, 2025 |
DANI Expands in Asia with New Partnership with Chinese Leather Group Ligo

DANI Expands in Asia with New Partnership with Chinese Leather Group Ligo

Arshad | August 27, 2025 |
Mastrotto Indonesia Celebrates 20 Years With Inauguration of New Production Department

Mastrotto Indonesia Celebrates 20 Years With Inauguration of New Production Department

Arshad | August 27, 2025 |
Vietnam Footwear Industry Faces Three Major Problems in Domestic Market Says Lefaso

Vietnam Footwear Industry Faces Three Major Problems in Domestic Market Says Lefaso

Arshad | August 27, 2025 |
Dietrich Tegtmeyer Confirmed for Second Term on Leather Naturally Supervisory Council

Dietrich Tegtmeyer Confirmed for Second Term on Leather Naturally Supervisory Council

Arshad | August 26, 2025 |
Lagos has unveiled a 150,000 capacity Leather Hub aimed at empowering artisans, promoting locally made leather goods and creating jobs across the value chain. The facility is expected to strengthen Nigeria’s leather industry and reduce reliance on imports. Nigeria’s first lady Oluremi Tinubu officially opened the hub on Saturday 23rd August 2025 and called it a sign that Lagos is leading in innovation and enterprise. She said the project aligns with President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda focused on industrialisation, digitalisation, creative arts and manufacturing. "Leatherworking is a traditional craft that has stood the test of time. I’m informed this hub will serve as a centre for leather processing, footwear production and specialised training, enabling artisans to add great value to their craft and compete competently in both local and international markets. I urge those utilising this facility to dedicate themselves to excellence, hard work, continuous learning and good works to compete in the global market" Oluremi Tinubu, First Lady of Nigeria Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu described the hub as the first of its kind in Nigeria and a gateway to global competitiveness. He said the facility would transform locally sourced hides into world-class footwear, garments and accessories stamped as made in Lagos. "It is a launch-pad to thousands of decent jobs and a shining example of the power of visionary governance and proposal partnership between the federal government and the state government" Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Governor of Lagos State The hub is expected to create 10,000 direct and indirect jobs over the next three years with more than 70 percent reserved for women and youth. Over 150,000 artisans nationwide will benefit from training and start-up support. Lagos also anticipates generating over $200 million in exports annually once the hub becomes fully operational. Nigeria’s leather industry contributes significantly to the economy, particularly through non-oil exports and job creation. It is estimated to generate $600 to $800 million annually through leather exports, and the new hub is expected to expand these figures while boosting local employment.

Nigerian First Lady Inaugurates Lagos Industrial Leather Hub to Promote Made in Nigeria Leather Products and Exports

Arshad | August 26, 2025 |
Farida Group Starts Production of New Balance Shoes and to Invest Rs 1200 Crore in New Plant Says Rafeeque Ahmed

Farida Group Starts Production of New Balance Shoes and to Invest Rs 1200 Crore in New Plant Says Rafeeque Ahmed

Arshad | August 25, 2025 |
Ethiopia Prepares to Build its Leather Industry Park

Ethiopia Prepares to Build its Leather Industry Park

Arshad | August 23, 2025 |
Simac Tanning Tech 2025 One Month Away with 300 Exhibitors and 9000 Visitors Expected in Milan from September 23 to 25

Simac Tanning Tech 2025 One Month Away with 300 Exhibitors and 9000 Visitors Expected in Milan from September 23 to 25

Arshad | August 23, 2025 |

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Morocco Cancels Eid Al Adha Sacrifice Due to Drought Leading to $300 Million Loss to its Leather Industry

Morocco Cancels Eid Al Adha Sacrifice Due to Drought Leading to $300 Million Loss to its Leather Industry

Arshad | March 15, 2025 |
Brazilian Leather Exports Show Mixed Trends as February 2025 Revenue Hits $97.7 Million

Brazilian Leather Exports Show Mixed Trends as February 2025 Revenue Hits $97.7 Million

Arshad | March 15, 2025 |
PrimeAsia Expands Vietnam Tannery to 8 Million Square Feet Monthly Capacity and Rebrands for the Future

PrimeAsia Expands Vietnam Tannery to 8 Million Square Feet Monthly Capacity and Rebrands for the Future

Arshad | March 15, 2025 |
Brazilian Footwear Brands Shine at Micam Milano 99th Edition with Strong Sales and Global Connections

Brazilian Footwear Brands Shine at Micam Milano 99th Edition with Strong Sales and Global Connections

Arshad | March 15, 2025 |
Bangladesh Leather and Leather Goods Exports Increased by 11.6% to $88.4 Million in February 2025

Bangladesh Leather and Leather Goods Exports Increased by 11.6% to $88.4 Million in February 2025

Arshad | March 14, 2025 |
Brazil Shipped 21 Million Pairs of Shoes in Just 60 Days Generating $174 Million

Brazil Shipped 21 Million Pairs of Shoes in Just 60 Days Generating $174 Million

Arshad | March 13, 2025 |
APLF 2025 in Full Swing With 600 Exhibitors in Hong Kong From March 12 to 14

APLF 2025 in Full Swing With 600 Exhibitors in Hong Kong From March 12 to 14

Arshad | March 13, 2025 |
Apex Group Chairman Syed Manzur Elahi Passes Away at 83

Apex Group Chairman Syed Manzur Elahi Passes Away at 83

Arshad | March 12, 2025 |
Spain’s Leather Industry Faces a Challenging 2024

Spain’s Leather Industry Faces a Challenging 2024

Arshad | March 11, 2025 |
No More Leather Shoes in Goa Schools Education Department Issues Circular

No More Leather Shoes in Goa Schools Education Department Issues Circular

Arshad | March 10, 2025 |
Panel Formed Under Retired Judge Justice M Sathyanarayanan to Tackle Toxic Tanning Trail in Vellore

Panel Formed Under Retired Judge Justice M Sathyanarayanan to Tackle Toxic Tanning Trail in Vellore

Arshad | March 8, 2025 |
Rahul Gandhi Engages with Dharavi Leather Workers to Understand Industry Challenges

Rahul Gandhi Engages with Dharavi Leather Workers to Understand Industry Challenges

Arshad | March 8, 2025 |
India can Lead the World in Leather and Footwear Exports says Prime Minister Modi

India can Lead the World in Leather and Footwear Exports says Prime Minister Modi

Arshad | March 8, 2025 |
WWF Launches Deforestation Free Leather Fund to Promote Sustainable Sourcing

WWF Launches Deforestation Free Leather Fund to Promote Sustainable Sourcing

Arshad | March 7, 2025 |
Italian Automotive Leather Manufacturer Pasubio Invests $13 Million in Mexico Creating 540 Jobs

Italian Automotive Leather Manufacturer Pasubio Invests $13 Million in Mexico Creating 540 Jobs

Arshad | March 6, 2025 |

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