Trade fairs
International cooperation takes central stage in Simac Tanning Tech 2025
The footwear and leather technology fair, happening in Milan from September 23 to 25, will welcome over three hundred exhibitors, emphasising global collaboration, sustainability, and innovation in machinery and production processes
MICAM and MIPEL close on a global high
Celebrating MICAM’s centenary edition, the Milano fairs drew strong international participation, showcased new trends and confirmed their return to the Fashion Link Milano calendar for February 2026
Centenary edition of MICAM to showcase 870 brands
Taking place from the 7th to the 9th of September in Milan, MICAM 100 will highlight more than half a century of history by combining heritage and innovation. The event will host 870 brands
Futurmoda returns with focus on materials and trends
The next edition of the Spanish trade fair, scheduled for mid-October 2025, will offer greater visibility to materials and innovations shaping the autumn-winter 2025-2026 season
International exhibitions in Asia strengthen industry links
From China to Vietnam, the industry spotlight was on innovation, sourcing and design as leading trade fairs hosted global brands, suppliers and buyers seeking to reinforce connections across markets
Offenbach hosts successful Barefoot Shoe Fair launch
Exhibitors and attendees praised Barefoot European Shoe Fair for its vibrant atmosphere, diverse product offerings and growing consumer interest, signalling a shift from niche to mainstream appeal
Inspiramais wraps up with an attendance of over 8 000 visitors
The last edition of Brazil’s leading trade fair for materials attracted a record 8 000-plus buyers and industry professionals from the footwear, apparel, furniture, automotive, décor and jewellery sectors
Barefoot European Shoe Fair makes its debut in Offenbach
Europe’s first barefoot footwear trade fair, from the 31st of July to the 3rd of August, will welcome international exhibitors, market research and interactive experiences in a growing market niche
Expo Riva Schuh and Gardabags to address current challenges facing the footwear and accessories market
The event will address challenges such as tariff uncertainty, supply chain fragmentation, and shifting economic geographies in order to help brands and companies navigate the international landscape
Footwear and accessories sectors gear up for the next edition of Expo Riva Schuh and Gardabags
Taking place from the 14th to the 17th of June, the 103rd edition of the trade fair aims to be a central reference point for the footwear and accessories sector amid a challenging global business environment
APLF ASEAN is heading to Vietnam
After two editions in Bangkok, the trade fair for the sourcing of leather, materials and technology in Southeast Asia will take place in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, from the 13th to the 15th of November 2025
Torben Schütz (HDS/L): the Barefoot European Shoe Fair is the beginning of a success story
We spoke to Torben Schütz, Deputy Managing Director at the Federal Association of German Footwear and Leather Goods Industry, to learn more about the upcoming Barefoot European Shoe Fair, the first of its kind in Europe. The preview takes place in the summer in Offenbach, close to Frankfurt
New fashion chapter in Düsseldorf with TWODAYS
Set to debut alongside Düsseldorf Fashion Days, TWODAYS introduces a compact and refreshed approach centred on concentration, quality and relevance—paired with Neonyt’s sustainable fashion platform
Innovation, sustainability and young talent shine at Futurmoda’s latest edition
The latest edition of Futurmoda gathered footwear professionals worldwide to promote discussions on key industry topics. The next edition will occur on the 15th and 16th of October 2025
More buyers at the last edition of Lineapelle
Amid an “economic phase that still presents significant challenges”, the February edition of Lineapelle closed with a 7% increase in buyers compared to the previous edition in September-
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