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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...

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...

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...

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Global Footwear Production Drops 6% in 2023 to 22.4 Billion Pairs

Global footwear production saw a significant decline of 6% in 2023 compared to the previous year...

KICL and Royer Group Partner to Launch Kickers Footwear in India Through 30-Year Agreement

In a strategic move set to reshape the footwear market, Kothari Industrial Corporation Ltd (KICL)...

Relaxo Footwear’s Q1 Financial Results in 21% Profit Fall to Rs.44 Crore with Rs.748 Crore Turnover

In a recent financial update, Relaxo Footwears Limited disclosed a 21% drop in its net profit for...

Egypt’s Deputy PM Al-Wazir Inspects Robbiki Leather City Addressing Investor Concerns

Kamel Al-Wazir, the Vice Prime Minister for Industrial Development and Minister of Industry and...

Union Minister Piyush Goyal Urges Leather and Footwear Industry to Aim for $50 Billion by 2030

New Delhi – In a recent stakeholder meeting held on Wednesday, Union Minister of Commerce and...

Ecco and Spinnova Collaborate on Eco-Friendly Leather Waste Fiber Respin Set to Launch in 2025

In an exciting development for the textile and footwear industries, the joint venture Respin...

Tata International Partners with CLRI to Boost Sustainable Leather Production to 50% Within 4 Years

In a strategic move towards sustainability, Tata International, the global leather wing of the Tata...

Indian Leather Industry Set to Achieve $13.7 Billion Export Target with New Budget Measures Says CLE Chairman

In a significant move aimed at boosting exports and creating jobs, the government has announced a...

Pakistan Leather Industry on the Brink of Collapse, PTA Chairman Urges Government Action

Karachi — The Pakistan Tanners’ Association (PTA) has issued a grave warning about the dire...

Brazilian Leather Industry Secures Over $25 Million in Business from Vietnam & New York Leather Fairs

The Brazilian leather industry experienced a dynamic month in July, marked by notable participation...

Union Budget 2024: Here’s Everything You Need to Know About Its Impact on the Indian Leather Industry

New Delhi, India – The Indian Union Budget for the fiscal year 2024-25 which was held on 23...

Relief for Tannery Owners as Punjab CM Mann Commits Extra Funding for Jalandhar CETP Upgrade

Jalandhar, Punjab – In a major relief to the struggling tannery sector, Punjab Chief Minister...

Adidas and Nike Veterans Join Portland’s $125M Made in Old Town Footwear Manufacturing Project

Portland, Oregon’s initiative to rejuvenate footwear manufacturing in the U.S. has gained crucial...

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