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Sialkot Tanneries Must Move to Special Zone by December 2024

Federal Minister for Defence Khawaja Asif expressed deep regret over the 16-year delay in completing...

Apex Tannery Signs New Deals to Boost Finished Leather Exports

Apex Tannery Limited, a leading leather manufacturer in Bangladesh, has announced its plan to...

Dr. Luis Zugno Appointed Chair of Leather Naturally Management Board

The global leather industry welcomes a new chapter as Dr. Luis Zugno assumes the role of Chair for...

Brazil’s Domestic Market Drives Footwear Sector Growth Despite Asian Import Challenges

Brazil’s footwear industry is gearing up for steady growth through 2024 and 2025, thanks to a robust...

Kering appoints new CEOs at Saint Laurent and Balenciaga

Kering has announced major leadership changes within its iconic luxury brands, Saint Laurent and...

How Is Leather Made? A Step-by-Step Guide to the Leather Production Process

Curious about how leather is made? Discover the step-by-step process & learn how raw hides are...

Kenyan Government to Double Ewaso Ngiro Tannery Leather Production Capacity

Kenya is set to strengthen its position in the regional leather industry as the government rolls out...

Stahl Sells Wet-End Leather Chemicals Business to Syntagma Capital

Stahl has announced its decision to divest its wet-end leather chemicals business to Syntagma...

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Who is Incoming Nike President and CEO Elliott Hill?

Nike Inc., a global leader in sportswear, is about to undergo a significant leadership change. After...

Footwear Industry Set to Boost Indonesia’s Economy

Indonesia’s footwear industry is emerging as a powerful force in the global market, with...

Ecovative Secures $28M to Expand Mycelium-Based Food and Leather Alternatives

In a strategic move to advance its cutting-edge food and fashion products, US-based mycelium startup...

Children make up a quarter of workers in Bangladesh’s leather industry, survey finds

A recent survey conducted by the University of Sussex’s Institute of Development Studies has...

The Future of Ethiopian Leather Industry: Challenges, Innovations, and Sustainability

Ethiopia, home to one of the largest livestock populations in Africa, holds immense potential in its...

Hermès Opens New Leather Goods Factory in France, Creating 280 Jobs

Hermès has inaugurated its 23rd leather goods factory in Riom, France, adding 280 local jobs. The...

Brazil’s Footwear Industry Faces Challenges as Exports Fall and Imports from Asia Rise

Brazil’s footwear industry is facing a significant downturn as exports plummet and imports continue...

IULTCS Launches 2025 Young Leather Scientist Grants for Emerging Researchers

The International Union of Leather Technologists and Chemists Societies (IULTCS) has long been at...

LINEAPELLE 104 Preview: What to Anticipate at the Event from September 17-19, 2024

Fiera Milano Rho is set to host LINEAPELLE’s 104th edition from September 17 to 19, 2024. This...

Saudi Arabia’s Camel Leather Market Valued at $98.7 Million: A New Frontier in Fashion?

The Saudi Fashion Commission has spotlighted the cultural and national significance of camel...

Nigerian Leather Industry Set to Reach US$1 Billion by 2025, Says Minister

Nigeria is on track to generate an estimated $1 billion from its leather and leather products by...

The 6th Edition of the Sustainable Leather Forum: Everything You Need To Know

The 6th edition of the Sustainable Leather Forum (SLF) concluded successfully, marked by a series of...

Volkswagen Partners with Revoltech to Develop Hemp-Based Leather Materials for Future Models

Volkswagen, the world’s second-largest automaker, has announced a partnership with German start-up...