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Spain’s Leather Industry Struggles While Footwear Sector Sees Strong Growth in 2024

The Spanish leather industry is experiencing a two-speed recovery in 2024. While the footwear sector...

Walsall Leather Museum Faces Uncertain Future as Relocation Plans Spark Public Outcry

The future of the Walsall Leather Museum hangs in the balance as Walsall Council plans to move the...

New Balance Achieves Record $7.8 Billion in Sales in 2024

Global athletic brand New Balance has reached an impressive milestone in 2024, reporting global...

Brazil’s Leather Exports Grew 12.5% in 2024 Reaching $1.2 Billion

Brazil’s leather industry closed 2024 on a high note, marking a significant rise in exports...

Leather Sector Skill Council (LSSC) Opens New Office at CFTI Campus in Chennai

The Leather Sector Skill Council (LSSC), a non-profit organization focused on addressing the skill...

Jaguar Land Rover Joins Leather Working Group (LWG)

Jaguar Land Rover (JLR), a globally renowned luxury car manufacturer, has taken a major step toward...

Kashmir’s Leather Industry Faces Crisis Due to Chinese Imports

For decades, Kashmir’s leather industry has been a symbol of craftsmanship and tradition...

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Kumar Calls for Indian Leather Industry Reforms as Trump’s Proposed Tariffs Raise Global Trade Concerns

R. Kumar, Chairman and Managing Director of Arkay Leathers Private Ltd, has emphasized the urgent...

Tamil Nadu CM Lays Foundation Stone for Rs 1500 Crore Hong Fu Footwear Factory

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin on Monday 17th December inaugurated the foundation stone...

Kothari Industrial Corporation Limited and Kickers Open First Store in Chennai

In a recent event for the Indian retail and footwear industry, the iconic French shoe brand Kickers...

Qatar Royal Family Firm Buys 10% Stake in Kothari Industrial Corporation Ltd

Kothari Industrial Corporation Ltd (KICL), based in Chennai, has announced that FJ Global and...

Leather Fashion Show 2025 Coming to Chennai on February 1st

The Indian Finished Leather Manufacturers and Exporters Association (IFLMEA) announced the LEATHER...

Italian Leather Industry Faces a Challenging Year in 2024

The Italian leather industry, a cornerstone of the nation’s economy, is grappling with notable...

Brazilian Hides and Skins Exports Reach $108.6 Million in November 2024

Brazil’s hides and skins export industry continues to show impressive growth, as revealed in the...

12 Tannery Owners Finalize Plot Allocations in Sialkot Tannery Zone with SCCI President

In a series of productive meetings with Ikram-ul-Haq, the President of the Sialkot Chamber of...

Indian Sneaker Marketplace Startup Culture Circle Secures $2 Million in Seed Funding

Culture Circle, a sneaker-focused ecommerce marketplace platform, has successfully raised $2 million...

Egyptian PM Mostafa Madbouly Visits Robbiki Leather City Highlighting $1 Billion Export Vision

Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly recently visited the Robbiki Leather City, underscoring its...

LATAM Airlines To Use Recycled Leather to Cover Nearly 7000 Aircraft Seats

LATAM Airlines has announced its sustainability initiative to modernize its fleet in South America...

Merrell Appoints Noreen Naroo-Pucci as Vice President of Global Product Design

Merrell, a leading name in outdoor footwear under Wolverine WorldWide, has announced the appointment...

Tandy Leather Factory to Sell Headquarters for $26.5 Million

Tandy Leather Factory, a leading retailer in the leather industry, has announced a major move to...

Spain Exports 124 Million Footwear Pairs Generating €2.43 Billion in First 8 Months of 2024

Spain’s footwear industry continues to thrive in 2024, showcasing resilience amid global economic...

Leather and Hide Council of America (LHCA) Backs Congressional Effort to Promote Slow Fashion

The Leather and Hide Council of America (LHCA) has declared its support for the Congressional Slow...