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Argentina’s market was in flux at the end of 2023 with a new government...
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View from the US US hide prices ended 2023 on a weak note and that is how the new year started as well. Through mid-February when the Lunar New Year holiday began, sellers watched as the market...
The long trek back to “normal” As global uncertainties continue to disrupt the footwear supply chain, industry insiders assess the ongoing challenges faced by the leather and hide sector while cautiously eyeing...
Fashion circularity Coach, Ellen MacArthur Foundation and the Circular Economy Institute share insights into unlocking the next stages of circularity and moving from supply chains to ‘supply...
View from the US After several weeks of steady prices, US hide sellers saw steers start to decline in November. The price of heavy Texas steers was weak, with seasonal weights at $24.00 to...
Is it leather? That’s the big question for any savvy shopper these days, but it’s also the name of a website helping to change the narrative on leather. Vera Dordick reports.
View from the US Without getting an expected boost from the autumn leather fair period, US hide sellers saw their firmer prices start to weaken in late September. The price of heavy Texas steers began...
The untold story of repair in the age of sustainability As consumers pivot towards sustainability, the leather repair industry emerges as an unsung hero, championing circularity and giving luxury goods a second life. Vera Dordick reports.
View from the US After weeks of stagnant prices and what sources called a “boring” market, US hide sellers managed to start pushing steers a little higher at the end of July. While demand was still not...
Global reach As a by-product, cattle hides have a complicated relationship between supply and demand. Of course, demand is the primary driver for sales, but supply plays an important role too....
A game changer in the leather industry As sustainability is becoming increasingly important in all industries, how can practices that have been built through centuries of tradition keep up? Silvateam brings its...
How 'quiet luxury' is putting the spotlight on topcoats for leather goods The traditional practices of leather goods may have stayed the same for centuries, but trends are always changing. Joachim Henkmann, global marketing manager for leather at...
Technology, innovation and sustainability Founded in 2000 with headquarters in Montebello Vicentino, Italy, COS.T.A. is a company specialised in the design, construction and installation of lines and complete systems for...
Smart solutions for leather cutting Zünd is set to showcase all aspects of digital, intelligently networked leather cutting at Simac in Milan, Italy. Together with software partner Mind, Zünd will be presenting a wide...
A warm response to the global energy crisis As a significant percentage of the leather industry leads the way in addressing the environmental impacts associated with leather production, from water treatment to chemical use,...
Waste not, want not Vera Dordick speaks to experts from Sustainable Composites and Recircled to find out about a new life for leather waste.
View from the US The US hide market was mainly steady from the late spring through June. Prices ping-ponged within a $2.00 to $3.00 range for an extended period. While demand remained weak, sellers...
View from the US The US hide market had cleared its oversupply of some selections since the start of February and looked to be on a stronger footing. By the end of March, however, the picture was not...
A new hybrid approach In the debate over leather and alternative materials, the choice has always been presented as either/or. The two sectors may initially seem at loggerheads, but as Vera Dordick...
In the clear Cattle by-products – including hides – have always gone to the gelatine market. As leather demand declined, lately, some have asked whether this industry could become a greater outlet...
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