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Australian Government Backs Packer Leather as Brands Drop Kangaroo Leather

ByArshad August 30, 2025

Australian leather manufacturer Packer Leather has received strong recognition from the Federal...

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

ByArshad August 29, 2025

TFL is making important leadership moves to drive growth and strengthen its operations. Effective...

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

ByArshad August 28, 2025

The Leather Working Group (LWG) has confirmed the election of Malack Abdul Wahab, Managing Director...

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

ByArshad August 27, 2025

Italian leather group DANI has entered into a new commercial partnership with Ligo Leather, one of...

Mastrotto Indonesia Celebrates 20 Years With Inauguration of New Production Department

ByArshad August 27, 2025

Mastrotto Indonesia has marked its 20th anniversary with the inauguration of a new production...

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

ByArshad August 27, 2025

Vietnam’s footwear industry is under pressure as it continues to face three major problems. The...

Dietrich Tegtmeyer Confirmed for Second Term on Leather Naturally Supervisory Council

ByArshad August 26, 2025

Leather Naturally has announced that Dietrich Tegtmeyer will serve a second and final term on its...

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

ByArshad August 26, 2025

Lagos has unveiled a 150,000 capacity Leather Hub aimed at empowering artisans, promoting locally...

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

ByArshad August 25, 2025

Farida Group has started producing New Balance shoes in partnership with Taiwan’s CJ Enterprise...

Ethiopia Prepares to Build its Leather Industry Park

ByArshad August 23, 2025

Ethiopia is preparing to set up a Leather Industry Park after the government approved a detailed...

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

ByArshad August 23, 2025

Only one month remains before Simac Tanning Tech 2025 opens its doors in Milan from September 23 to...

Pakistan Eases Leather Trade Rules With Removal of Health Certificate Requirement

ByArshad August 22, 2025

The government of Pakistan has taken a major step to support its leather industry by removing the...

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Australian Government Backs Packer Leather as Brands Drop Kangaroo Leather

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

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

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

Mastrotto Indonesia Celebrates 20 Years With Inauguration of New Production Department

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

Dietrich Tegtmeyer Confirmed for Second Term on Leather Naturally Supervisory Council

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

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

Ethiopia Prepares to Build its Leather Industry Park

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

Pakistan Eases Leather Trade Rules With Removal of Health Certificate Requirement

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