ISA TanTec (also) looks at Vietnam. The leather-tanning group is currently working to develop their second tannery in the Asian country, the fifth one all over the world: aiming at that, they have already taken a land, which extends across an area of 60,000 square meters, in the province of Tay Ninh. The manufacturing plant […]
Chinese tanners talk about themselves and their leather business. The spokesperson is Su Chaoying, honorary president of CLIA (China Leather Industry Association): the portal, which published his assessment, is the one that refers to Hong Kong APLF leather fair. It turns out an interesting report that spotlights, in particular, China’s environmental policy, which has been […]
Tuscany’s leather goods district is going to reinforce its leading role in high-end manufacturing. Following Kering, LVMH, Burberry and several other fashion brands, supposedly Richemont are also going to relocate their industrial development, as well as most of the work processes related to accessories production, in the area based between Florence and Scandicci. Allegedly, such […]
In terms of volumes, exports decreased by 3,6%, whereas earnings went up by 7,2%; as for prices, they have been rising by 11,2% on average. After 2017 “amazing” performance, as emphasized by Danny D’Alessandro (in the picture), general manager of Assopellettieri, accomplishments achieved in 2018 first quarter, with regard to exports, have been showing a […]
Ethiopian leather industry will soon benefit from new and considerable international funds. In fact, the World Bank (created to struggle against poverty and provide poor countries with financial help and support) is going to supply the money, which is included in a 175 million dollar fund allocation directed at the African country. The World Bank […]
Since Modi’s government took office, one of the paramount projects they focused their efforts on has been the “Namami Ganges”, that is, the cleansing of the Indian sacred river. In the name of the Prime Minister, India’s central government (as well as local councils, run and managed by the same majority party) have been consistently […]
THE STRENGTH OF THE ECONOMIC RESULTS: THE SALES REACHED THE SUM OF 5,1 BILLION (+1,8%) IN 2017. THE PATH TO SUSTAINABILITY: RIGHT NOW, THE ITALIAN TANNERIES INVEST THE 4% OF THEIR REVENUES IN SUSTAINABLE PROJECT, WHILE THE 76% OF THE WASTE PRODUCTS IS RECYCLED. THE DIALOGUE WITH THE CLIENTS: THE CLeAR PROJECT ALLOWS TANNERIES AND BRANDS TO SHARE IDEAS AND METHODS ABOUT THE LEATHER CHEMICALS. THE GENERAL MEETING OF UNIC CERTIFIES THE CENTRALITY OF THE ITALIAN LEATHER INDUSTRY
There we go. Leather and fashion manufacturing officially join the trade war that is underway between Europe and The USA. In fact, on June 22 customs duties on import, in Europe, of some commodities coming from North America, have entered into force. European Union approved such action to hit back at US economic measures applied […]
As the saying goes in the film industry, “good first take”. Lineapelle’s debut at Pitti Filati, a “concept lab” concluded on June 29 at Fortezza da Basso, in Florence, neatly highlights a positive trend, with regard to curiosity and interest aroused by the event, and, as well, for the valuable and rewarding contacts that took […]
“When we first designed the project we thought of a widespread museum model, based on the restoration of the spaces that once hosted the leather processing. We also planned a new setup of such areas by placing display cabinets and showcases, panels and multimedia supports, in order to enable visitors to fully understand the leather […]
Focus on the records first. Bloomberg have been reporting that Indian government is currently planning to extend their Made in India program about public commodities business. Aiming then to support the domestic leather industry, they are urging ministries, local councils and army officers to buy a vast majority of shoes (70% at least) and accessories […]
Talking about tanning raw material, Belarussian market has been traditionally rather closed. Things are getting even stricter now. In fact, they decided to ban raw hides export, from June 20 onwards. As reported by Belarus News press agency, in order to “foster and boost domestic leather industry” Belarussian government definitely stopped export of raw hides […]
Church’s new collection, which will be available in the stores next October, consists of travel and workbags, alongside small accessories. Design hangs on simple lines and pure artisanship: some products required up to 100 processing stages. As for materials, they selected bovine leather, mostly calf. Church’s, a British fashion brand run by Prada group, expand […]
“Looking at our turnover, we may proudly announce that over 3 billion euros, out of 5 overall, come from certified companies. Yet, I do believe that things can even get better, from this point of view. While talking about sustainability, on the other hand, it is well worth remarking and firmly emphasizing that we currently […]
Talking about numbers and figures, IULTCS (the international association of leather chemists and technicians) aim at 500 delegates, coming from all over the world, to attend the 35th edition of their Conference. Looking at representatives from India, Brazil and China, especially. The organizers of the Congress, on the agenda in Dresden, Germany, on 25-28 June […]
2018 kick-off was not a good one for US exporters of leather tanning raw material. In fact, in the first two months, from January to February, overall revenues coming from salted hides international sales dropped by 18%, therefore reaching 412,5 million dollars. On the other hand, though it is not a real consolation, trend of […]
They did it again, or they are about to do it allegedly. As reported by international press, Russian government are ready to renew, for six more months, Russian wet blue export ban. They come up with the usual reasons: they aim to safeguard and protect domestic leather industry, and its business. Such decision is not […]
South African government is planning to set a number of restrictions: salted and raw hides export ban, alongside a 20% customs duty on wet blue and wet white trade for two years. At the end of the two-year period, duty will go up to 40% supposedly. Such are the protectionism measures, to recap, that South […]
Sneaker is the footwear queen. You find them everywhere: for women, for men, variously colored, made with materials that highlight contrasts. At Expo Riva Schuh, on its 90th edition, they celebrated the supremacy of sneakers, therefore neatly confirming the increasingly positive market trend. Good opening for Gardabags, the exhibition area dedicated to bags and accessories, […]
While waiting for Berlin’s upcoming Fashion Week (scheduled on July 3-7), which is going to gather several exhibitions, such as Premium, Panorama, Show&Order, Bright, Seek, Playtime, Selvedge Run, Greenshowroom and Ethical Fashion Show, German fairs are gearing up for the next future. Essenz, the footwear exhibition that takes place in Munich, twice a year, announced […]
