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JBS Couros receives global recognition for best practices at South America units
Seven units in Brazil and one in Argentina meet strict criteria to achieve ‘gold’ and ‘silver’ awards.
ICHSLTA and USHSLA announce annual joint cocktail evening
The International Council of Hides, Skins and Leather Traders Association and US Hide, Skin and Leather Association are hosting their annual joint cocktail evening on 13 March 2018 in Hong Kong.
GG Organics celebrates its tenth year
Leather chemicals manufacturer GG Organics is celebrating its decennial year.
TFL Japan managing director appointed to develop Ethiopian leather industry
TFL Japan managing director Yasuhisa Nakamura will help develop the Ethiopian leather industry as part of a new project.
Guangzan fuels rapid growth with leaner operations and increased productivity
Seeking to improve profitability, the China-based automotive trim cover and headrest supplier turned to Lectra to digitalise fabric-cutting processes in the face of evolving market challenges.
PrimeAsia names Sergio Da Costa as PrimeAsia China’s assistant chief operating officer
PrimeAsia Leather Company announced on 17 January that Sergio Da Costa had been named assistant chief operating officer at PrimeAsia’s China Tannery.
Lectra appoints Holger Max-Lang as managing director of Lectra Central & Eastern Europe region, Russia
Holger Max-Lang’s role is to support fashion & apparel, automotive and furniture companies in the region as they embrace Industry 4.0.
Fuga Couros S/A tannery first to receive the Brazilian Leather Certification of Sustainability
This achievement reflects its dedication to developing activities that equilibrate four dimensions: sustainability management, economy, environmental and social.
New branding identity for Lectra
Resolutely reflecting the digital era, Lectra’s new branding identity is inspired by Lectra’s strategy, customer-focused and anchored in Industry 4.0 concepts.
Smit & zoon joins the ZDHC Roadmap to Zero Programme
Smit & zoon just announced it is joining the ZDHC Roadmap to Zero Programme and in doing so, supports the Programme’s vision of widespread implementation of sustainable chemistry and best practices in the textile, leather and footwear industries to protect consumers, workers and the environment.