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Turkish Iskefe Holding to Build Edible Gelatin Plant Using Unused Raw Hides in Kazakhstan

Turkish Iskefe Holding to Build Edible Gelatin Plant Using Unused Raw Hides in Kazakhstan

Arshad | November 29, 2025 |
Tannery Machinery Manufacturer Gemata Appoints Giulio Mandruzzato as CEO

Tannery Machinery Manufacturer Gemata Appoints Giulio Mandruzzato as CEO

Arshad | November 29, 2025 |
Gruppo Mastrotto Awards Scholarships to 12 Students From Employees Children

Gruppo Mastrotto Awards Scholarships to 12 Students from Employees Children

Arshad | November 29, 2025 |
LSSC and Amity University Begin Talks to Set Up Skill University for Leather Sector

LSSC and Amity University Begin Talks to Set Up Skill University for Leather Sector

Arshad | November 29, 2025 |
Dr KJ Sreeram Takes Over Outstanding Scientist Position After Completing 6 Year Tenure as CSIR CLRI Director

Dr KJ Sreeram Takes Over Outstanding Scientist Position After Completing 6 Year Tenure as CSIR CLRI Director

Arshad | November 28, 2025 |
Dr Thanikaivelan Appointed Director CSIR Central Leather Research Institute

Dr Thanikaivelan Appointed Director CSIR Central Leather Research Institute

Arshad | November 28, 2025 |
Zschimmer & Schwarz Opens New Technical Center in Leon Mexico

Zschimmer & Schwarz Opens New Technical Center in Leon Mexico

Arshad | November 27, 2025 |
SLTC Confirms Date for 128th International Conference in Glasgow

SLTC Confirms Date for 128th International Conference in Glasgow

Arshad | November 27, 2025 |
JBS Couros and VIVA Group Announce Merger of Leather Business Forming New Company JBS VIVA

JBS Couros and VIVA Group Announce Merger of Leather Business Forming New Company JBS VIVA

Arshad | November 26, 2025 |
Fez Meknes Region in Morocco Presents $1.72 Billion Roadmap to Boost Leather Industry Growth

Fez Meknes Region in Morocco Presents $1.72 Billion Roadmap to Boost Leather Industry Growth

Arshad | November 25, 2025 |

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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 |
Pakistan Eases Leather Trade Rules With Removal of Health Certificate Requirement

Pakistan Eases Leather Trade Rules With Removal of Health Certificate Requirement

Arshad | August 22, 2025 |
UNIDO Backed LISEC Project Sets New Standard for Women Empowerment in Ethiopian Leather Industry

UNIDO Backed LISEC Project Sets New Standard for Gender Equality in Ethiopian Leather Industry

Arshad | August 21, 2025 |
Dietrich Tegtmeyer to Deliver Heidemann Lecture at IULTCS Congress in Lyon

Dietrich Tegtmeyer to Deliver Heidemann Lecture at IULTCS Congress in Lyon

Arshad | August 20, 2025 |
Chinese Firm to Launch $5 Million Leather and Footwear Project in Uzbekistan

Chinese Firm to Launch $5 Million Leather and Footwear Project in Uzbekistan

Arshad | August 19, 2025 |
Middle East’s Largest Global Footwear and Leather Products Show DIFLEX 2025 in Dubai from Sept 23-25

Middle East’s Largest Global Footwear and Leather Products Show DIFLEX 2025 in Dubai from Sept 23-25

Arshad | August 19, 2025 |
Mexico Temporarily Bans Footwear Imports

Mexico Temporarily Bans Footwear Imports

Arshad | August 18, 2025 |
Thai Tanning Industry Association Welcomes Govt Approval of Water Monitor Farming for Commercial Purposes

Thai Tanning Industry Association Welcomes Govt Approval of Water Monitor Farming for Commercial Purposes

Arshad | August 16, 2025 |

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