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julian turner
Grupo Kaltex chooses Lectra Fashion PLM
Mexico-based home textile and apparel group to implement Lectra’s product lifecycle management solution.
USHSLA gives statement on its support for Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) deal
Following the announcement on 5 October that trade ministers from the US and 11 other Pacific Rim nations reached an agreement on the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) trade pact, Stephen Sothmann, president of the U.S. Hide, Skin and Leather Association (USHSLA) issued a statement.
Lectra wins intellectual property battle in Germany
The German Supreme Court in Düsseldorf rules against local competitor for patent infringement.
Bouncing back – the resurgance of Pittards
Having reacquired its purpose-built tannery in Yeovil, UK, leather manufacturer Pittards is in a strong position to meet today’s evolving market demands. CEO Reg Hankey explains how the purchase will help the company expand and maintain profitability in the long run.
Walking tall – the Global Softlines Seminar Roadshow
Under the banner, ‘Walking Together to Tackle the Challenges in the Footwear and Leather Industry’, experts in the field of leather and footwear production appeared at events in India, Indonesia, Vietnam and China in May 2015, for a seminar series for the footwear and leather industry tour of Asia. Paul Bridge, SGS global business development manager for leather and footwear, and Dr Andrew Hudson, SGS global technical head for leather and footwear, the Global Softlines Seminar Roadshow organisers, give a round-up of the event.
Continental shift – Première Vision Leather
Paris is world renowned for its status as a fashion and culture capital and, as such, the most exclusive show in the leather calendar, Première Vision Leather, will take place 15–17 September at Nord Villepinte, highlighting future trends and designs, and introducing the inaugural PV Awards for leather.
Boot it up – inside Lineapelle
There are several shows jockeying for position in the events calendar for the leather industry come this time of year, and Lineapelle, held in Milan, Italy, on 9–11 September, is no stranger when it comes to competing for notoriety. Leather International takes a closer look at the show and its market breakdowns.
All together now – All China Leather Exhibition (ACLE) 2015
Despite a shift in the calendar, All China Leather Exhibition (ACLE) 2015 still remains the biggest event in the leather diary and this year looks set to continue the trend as visitors come from across the globe to meet industry players in Shanghai from 31 August to 2 September.
Don Ohsman’s view from the US
The difference in the market since the last report could not be more dramatic. Starting in the waning days of July, led by heavy Texas steers, the market found a bottom and prices began to turn around. As we go to press, these same heavy Texas, which are the most prodigious US selection, bounced from a low of $65 C&F for distressed sales up to as high as $72–74 C&F on 60/62lb. There were also stronger prices on most selections.
Forewarned is forearmed – Sam Setter’s Limeblast
In Europe during the summer months, there is a lack of news that requires a good blasting. So with that in mind, Sam Setter takes it a little easier and decides to deliver a cautionary tale instead.