World Leather & Leatherbiz

14/06/2024

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Study reveals leather's superior biodegradability

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Start-up launch marks ‘new era’ for Cartigliano

leatherbiz.com/News/168767

Officine di Cartigliano

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Sales of tanning machinery lift Assomac export figures

leatherbiz.com/News/168799

Assomac

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Provisional EU figures suggest steep duties for Chinese car companies

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Leatherdays conference concludes in Salzburg

leatherbiz.com/News/168798

Freiberg Institute gGmbH

10/06/2024

Industry body the Leather and Hide Council of America ( ) has criticised consumer electronics company Samsung for describing a new phone as having a “premium leather back cover” when the material it has used is .

On launching its Galaxy C55 5G phone, Samsung listed “an eye-catching and premium leather back cover” as one of its features. In the small print, the company gave more detail and conceded that the cover was, in fact, “ and does not contain any animal ingredients”.

Even in this explanation, the company managed to misuse the term ‘leather’ three times, saying, for example, that the synthetic material has the “texture and soft appearance” of .

At first, taking Samsung’s claims at face value, LHCA celebrated the product and included a mention of the Galaxy C55 5G in a recent edition of its Industry Sustainability Programme (ISP) newsletter.

It was alerted to Samsung’s speciousness by industry contacts, including World Leather’s eagle-eyed technical editor, Mat Abbott. When it realised the Samsung claims were false, LHCA issued an apology.

“We were misled as, it seems, were much of the mobile media around the world,” LHCA said, “and we apologise for that. But this does raise a wider question. Why are all the so-called substitutes allowed to use the word ‘leather’ in their marketing?”

We have asked Samsung if it intends to correct its false marketing claims, pointing out that they appear to be in breach of the in a number of important markets, including Brazil, Spain, Portugal, Belgium, France and Hungary. We have received no response so far.

Industry body the Leather and Hide Council of America (LHCA) has criticised consumer electronics company Samsung for..read more

07/06/2024

In case you missed it, here's some of what happened in the in the last week: a

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Bursaries available for UK leather crafters

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company of

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Pangea highlight success in sustainability report

leatherbiz.com/News/168699

Pangea Made

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NY car interiors bill wins the support of the international leather community

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ICT salutes bid for “greater clarity” in automotive interiors labelling

leatherbiz.com/News/168722



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EU elections: manufacturing sectors ‘must not be left behind’

leatherbiz.com/News/168738

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Market Intelligence: No end in sight for retro shoe trend

leatherbiz.com/News/168713

04/06/2024

read! leatherbiz.com/Features/168633
EUDR’s unfair demands
The faces significant challenges as it prepares to comply with new regulations. Already grappling with the difficulties of the 2020s, the European sector is now bracing for the impact of the EU Deforestation Regulation ( ), a parting mandate from the outgoing Von der Leyen Commission. The EUDR introduces a complex and burdensome bureaucratic process for tanners and traders of finished leather products, raising concerns about the feasibility of meeting some of its stringent requirements.
While it would be misleading to suggest that the European Commission holds an anti-leather stance, the latest formal photograph of the Von der Leyen Commission, taken at the end of 2023, shows senior EU representatives donning leather . This indicates that the Commission likely aimed to leave a positive environmental legacy, with EUDR being part of this initiative. Unfortunately, the regulation’s stringent demands have placed unintended but substantial pressure on the leather industry, highlighting the need for a balanced approach to environmental and industry .

leatherbiz.com/Features/168633

31/05/2024

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31/05/2024

In case you missed it, here's some of what happened in the in the last week: a

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New tannery deal in Morocco

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Ivo Group

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May discussions suggest Olivenleder is “no longer niche”

leatherbiz.com/News/168630

Silvateams.p.a. Olivenleder

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Luxury rivals team up on surplus materials platform

leatherbiz.com/News/168647

Chloé LANVIN

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Istanbul costs push Tuzla tanners towards Bursa

leatherbiz.com/News/168672



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EU approves new Ecodesign Rules

leatherbiz.com/News/168665



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Vietnam tannery will begin production this year, Sadesa says

leatherbiz.com/News/168632

28/05/2024

Vietnam tannery will begin production this year, Sadesa says

leatherbiz.com/News/168632

24/05/2024

In case you missed it, here's some of what happened in the in the last week: a

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Market Intelligence: The game changes in Hebei

leatherbiz.com/News/168587



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Vietnamese province to boost leather and shoe production

leatherbiz.com/News/168581



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COTANCE makes EU aware of leather’s €125 billion contribution

leatherbiz.com/News/168598

COTANCE Euroleather

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Chanel to expand in China despite industry trends

leatherbiz.com/News/168596



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ISO publishes new method for determining bisphenols in leather tanning chemicals

leatherbiz.com/News/168613

ISO - International Organization for Standardization

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UK leather industry faces decline

leatherbiz.com/News/168561

Leather UK

23/05/2024

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21/05/2024

Press reports | Wet-end expert Chris Tysoe speaks about advances in bisphenol-free tanning methods in the April/May issue of WORLD LEATHER magazine. Read the full article on tfl.com (https://bit.ly/4dRkqFM) and check out our "Bisphenols & Leather" landing page (https://bit.ly/3V2jSpr).

21/05/2024

🚨 "Obscenely overestimated" 🚨 The Leather and Hide Council of America (L&HCA) urges brands to rethink their stance on . At the Sustainability Week Summit in London, L&HCA revealed that claims about leather's have been greatly exaggerated. A new study will show that the Higg Materials Sustainability Index ( ) significantly overestimates leather’s climate impact. Brands need to reconsider their decisions based on these false perceptions.

leatherbiz.com/Features/168512

Kevin Latner Kerry Brozyna Leather Naturally is it leather? One 4 Leather

Sobreestimación obscena." El Leather and Hide Council of America insta a las marcas a reconsiderar su posición sobre el . En la Cumbre de la Semana de la Sostenibilidad en Londres, el L&HCA reveló que las afirmaciones sobre la del cuero han sido ampliamente exageradas. leatherbiz.com/Features/168512

Maßlos übertrieben." Der Leather and Hide Council of America fordert Marken auf, ihre Haltung zu zu überdenken. Auf dem Sustainability Week Summit in London enthüllte der L&HCA, dass Behauptungen über den von Leder stark übertrieben sind. leatherbiz.com/Features/168512

Eccessivamente sopravvalutato." Il Leather and Hide Council of America esorta i brand a ripensare la loro posizione sulla . Al Summit della Settimana della Sostenibilità a Londra, il L&HCA ha rivelato che le affermazioni sull'impronta carbonica della pelle sono state grandemente esagerate. leatherbiz.com/Features/168512

Exageradamente superestimado." O Leather and Hide Council of America insta as marcas a reconsiderarem sua posição sobre o . Na Cúpula da Semana da Sustentabilidade em Londres, o L&HCA revelou que as alegações sobre a do couro foram grandemente exageradas. leatherbiz.com/Features/168512

“Obscenely overestimated”: L&HCA says brands that have reduced their use of leather because of false..read more

17/05/2024

In case you missed it, here's some of what happened in the in the last week: a

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Industry bodies will work together to help families affected by floods

leatherbiz.com/News/168499

ApexBrasil Brazilian Leather

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Singapore academics to work on sustainability with Kering

leatherbiz.com/News/168516

National University of Singapore

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Leather Naturally publishes 5th annual report

leatherbiz.com/News/168493

Leather Naturally

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Wolverine says turnaround plan is working

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Host of new members join LWG

leatherbiz.com/News/168510

Leather Working Group

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No room for complacency on workplace accidents

leatherbiz.com/News/168544

COTANCE Euroleather

17/05/2024

Muirhead flying high with BA

leatherbiz.com/News/168553

Muirhead Leather Scottish Leather Group British Airways

The first of British Airways' new Airbus A321neo aircraft has been delivered, featuring leather upholstery from..read more

14/05/2024

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟 As you know, the latest issue of World Leather is already available to our digital subscribers and will be hitting the mailboxes of our print subscribers very soon! 📬 If you're already subscribed, get ready for some fantastic content! If not, here's a sneak peek at what you're missing out on! Don't miss out—subscribe now to stay updated on all things leather!

10/05/2024

In case you missed it, here's some of what happened in the in the last week: a

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Flooding hits leather manufacturing region hard

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ECCO CEO to deliver ALCA John Arthur Wilson Memorial Lecture

leatherbiz.com/News/168461

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World Leather April-May 2024 now available

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Angry reaction from Kering CEO to greenwashing claim

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Austria urges EUDR delay

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Leather interiors win prestigious King’s award

leatherbiz.com/News/168482

One 4 Leather

Bridge of Weir Leather

10/05/2024

Leather interiors win prestigious King's award

http://leatherbiz.com/News/168482

Aston Martin

Aston Martin was awarded the King's Award for Enterprise for its innovative approach to combining handcraft and modern..read more

08/05/2024

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07/05/2024

Welcome to the latest edition of World Leather!
Inside, you'll find a comprehensive recap of APLF 2024, along with Stahll discussing the thinking behind its recent rebranding and expansion efforts (with thanks to Michael Costello, Karin Lee and Hagen Chen( 陈兴军 ))

The Technology section opens with a compelling article penned by industry stalwarts Tom Schneider and Dietrich Tegtmeyer. They make a compelling case for integrating into the environmental discourse surrounding production.

We also have insights from Christopher Tysoe from TFL Group regarding its response to tackling the issue of , plus how waste reduction and savings in water and energy are among the benefits of the Gemata SpA SpA Greenfinish release paper system.

Additionally, we delve deep into the latest lifecycle analysis of US bovine leather, a study commissioned by the Leather and Hide Council of America (L&HCA). The findings are eye-opening, challenging conventional metrics like the Materials Sustainability Index, which suggests that leather's impact on water scarcity may be vastly overstated by as much as 9800%.

In response, the L&HCA urges brands to reconsider decisions based solely on the Higg Index when moving away from .

Our Leather and the Circular Economy segment offers insights into the potential ramifications of the European Union's new regulations on the industry, offering sobering insights into the challenges ahead.

Furthermore, we shine a spotlight on leaders in the , highlighting their contributions and accomplishments to inspire and uplift readers.

In our regular feature of Leather Leader, we talk to Assomac president Agostino Apolito who says machinery manufacturers can help tanners maintain a constructive dialogue with finished product brands.

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COTANCE Leather Naturally is it leather? Kevin Latner Greg Thoma UNIC - Concerie Italiane Luca Boltri Chiara Mastrotto Marie HIRIART CARRIAT Ulla Schiffers

03/05/2024

In case you missed it, here's some of what happened in the in the last week: a

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COTANCE Euroleather believes ECHA correction should go further

leatherbiz.com/News/168388

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BBC series appeals for leather workers

leatherbiz.com/News/168422

Andy Bates BBC

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LWG appoints its first executive director

leatherbiz.com/News/168394

Leather Working Group

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Stahl joins PHA alliance

leatherbiz.com/News/168410

Stahl !PHA

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Australia - Red meat emissions decline

leatherbiz.com/News/168423

& Livestock Australia CSIRO Meat & Livestock Australia

03/05/2024

One 4 Leather launches new website

leatherbiz.com/News/168430

One 4 Leather has launched a new website dedicated to promoting the use of genuine leather in the automotive industry. ..read more

02/05/2024

🌟 Exciting News Alert! 🌟 We've got more free access, and exclusive insights from the top players in the industry! 🎉 Our website has just been updated with the latest Leather Leaders interview articles, featuring invaluable perspectives from industry luminaries. 🚀leatherbiz.com/QandA

Rajendra Kumar Jalan: India: Discover how perceptions are evolving as Rajendra Kumar Jalan, the new chairman of Council For Leather Exports - India (Cle Leatherindia) , sheds light on the changing government views and collaborative efforts driving leather production in the country.

Claudia Sequi: Italy: Dive into the world of manufacturing with Claudia Sequi, the trailblazing president of Assopellettieri. Learn about her vision for transparency and authenticity in the industry as the first woman to hold this prestigious position.

Chen Zhanguang: China: Despite challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, gain insights from Chen Zhanguang, vice-president of the China Leather Industry Association ( ), on how the Chinese leather industry is resiliently navigating through uncertain times and gearing up for a promising future in 2024.

Dr. Kerry Senior: Global Perspective: Explore the imperative for continuous improvement in the with Dr. Kerry Senior, secretary of the International Council of Tanners ( ). Discover how driving positive changes can elevate leather's reputation among brands, consumers, and regulatory bodies worldwide.

Guilherme Motta: Innovation Hub: Delve into the world of innovation with Guilherme Motta, the mastermind behind JBSCouros, the world's largest leather manufacturer. Learn how their focus on innovation is revolutionising leather collections, blending high volumes with groundbreaking ideas.

📚 Ready to expand your industry knowledge? Head over to our Q&A section now and stay ahead of the curve with insights from these Leather Leaders!

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Leather UK

30/04/2024

feature article.
PrimeAsia Leather Company, the renowned leather manufacturer, is embarking on an ambitious new strategy to empower its clients with access to verified data for their carbon reduction and sustainability goals. 🌱

Notably, PrimeAsia's manufacturing division is experiencing robust growth with no signs of slowing down. The expansion at its Vietnamese plant, boosting capacity from six million to eight million square-feet per month, underscores a commitment to meeting rising demands. 📈

Introducing 'Sustaining Excellence, Preserving Tomorrow', a wide-ranging strategy, aimed at reducing its and providing invaluable to clients for their own calculations. 🌍

Led by Chief Sustainability Officer, Camille Mori, MPA Mori, this initiative revolves around four key pillars: Operational Excellence, Circularity, Climate Action, and Social Impact. Ms. Mori explains, "We're continuously enhancing our management systems for compliance, traceability, chemical, and resource management under Operational Excellence. With Social Impact, we're giving back to communities, ensuring worker wellbeing, and disclosing wage data." 💼

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The leather manufacturer has set out an ambitious new strategy to give its clients access to verified data to weave..read more

26/04/2024

Today (5pm UK) is the last day to register for the Society of Leather Technologists and Chemists annual conference and dinner, which will be held tomorrow in the UK. head over to www.sltc.org for more info... quickly!

Sustainable Leather Foundation Iultcs

Society of Leather Technologists and Chemists - SLTC

26/04/2024

In case you missed it, here's some of what happened in the in the last week: a

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Market Intelligence: unease about orders

leatherbiz.com/News/168325

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FILK Leatherdays programme taking shape

leatherbiz.com/News/168328

Institute gGmbH

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Feed additive could slash methane emissions

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Official figures confirm Q1 decline for Kering

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Natuzzi celebrates 65th anniversary

leatherbiz.com/News/168312

Natuzzi

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Made In Italy minister encourages overseas investors

leatherbiz.com/News/168345

26/04/2024

World Leather Day - Repair, Reuse, Repurpose

Today, April 26, is World Leather Day, an event organised by Leather Naturally and Leather Working Group to celebrate the positive attributes of leather and share it with a wider audience.

In 2024, individuals and communities from around the world are invited to join together in recognising the distinctive and enduring characteristics of leather under the theme "Repair, Reuse, Repurpose". This highlights the significance of sustainable practices within the leather industry.

leatherbiz.com/News/168342

Leather Working Group Leather Naturally

Today, April 26, is World Leather Day, an event organised by Leather Naturally and Leather Working Group to celebrate..read more

25/04/2024

ISA Nextgen joins climate initiative

leatherbiz.com/News/168340

4p1000 Initiative

Photo by Gabriel Jimenez on Unsplash

24/04/2024

FILK Leatherdays programme taking shape
Organisers of the 12th Freiberg Leatherdays, to be held on June 12 and 13, have told Leatherbiz that the programme is almost finalised.

leatherbiz.com/News/168328

Organisers of the 12th Freiberg Leatherdays, to be held on June 12 and 13, have told Leatherbiz that the programme is..read more

24/04/2024

Bridge of Weir Partners with Callum

Leather manufacturer Bridge of Weir, a part of the Scottish Leather Group, has announced a new partnership with design consultancy Callum.

leatherbiz.com/News/168323

Scottish Leather Group Bridge of Weir Leather

Leather manufacturer Bridge of Weir, a part of the Scottish Leather Group, has announced a new partnership with design..read more

24/04/2024

Market Intelligence: unease about orders.

We published a new edition of the Leatherbiz Market newsletter on April 23.

The report confirms a long-running trend of uncertainty in the owing to a lack of orders.

Even in Asia, where tanneries have been busier, commentary from people in the industry indicates significantly lower incoming orders for the months ahead, even taking into account that this is traditionally the start of the quietest period for many in the northern hemisphere.

In Europe, the orders that tanners do have to work on offer few grounds for optimism. The report says these are mostly for small quantities, with extremely short delivery times and no reliable information about what will happen in the coming months.

leatherbiz.com/News/168325

Image: Lineapelle.

We published a new edition of the Leatherbiz Market Intelligence newsletter on April 23. The report confirms a..read more

19/04/2024

In case you missed it, here's some of what happened in the in the last week: a

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Africa leather design entries open

leatherbiz.com/News/168234

Real Leather - Stay Different

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Altagamma celebrates first Made in Italy day

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TFL unveils autumn-winter 25-26 colour trends catalogue

leatherbiz.com/News/168249

TFL Group

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Big reduction in carbon emissions intensity for Stahl

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Product scarcity strategy suits Hermès

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Automotive digital marking from Lectra

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