Footwear
BioShoes4All achieves an 85% completion rate
The BioShoes4All project, which involves over 70 entities in the Portuguese footwear sector and focuses on developing sustainable solutions, has achieved an 85% completion rate
France Retail: operating in the dark
Overall retail sales have struggled to stay afloat this year, and the footwear sector has performed even worse. Despite a 1.9% increase in the value of footwear imports and an 8.4% increase in the volume of imports in the first half of the year, sales decreased by 1.4% in value and 2.6% in volume in the first eight months, suggesting that retailers are focusing on lower-cost stock. The sector’s challenges are exacerbated by below-target inflation and a sharp fall in consumer confidence. As political uncertainty continues to cast a shadow over consumer and retail sentiment, hopes for a turnaround are almost entirely on the Black Friday and Christmas shopping seasons
Sergio Dulio (UITIC): AI is an important tool that companies cannot be unware of
The World Footwear attended the 22nd UITIC Congress in Shanghai back in September. We had the opportunity to talk with Sergio Dulio, president of the UITIC, about some of the main conclusions of the congress. Watch the interview below to learn about it
069 CONNECT to redefine industry dialogue
HDS/L and Messe Offenbach present a new event that will gather brand leaders, retailers and decision-makers to exchange ideas and explore opportunities for the footwear industry
Arklyz announces the acquisition of Gabor
The Swiss-based sports and lifestyle group is continuing to expand its portfolio into footwear, having recently announced the acquisition of Gabor. No financial details were released
Stella reports third quarter volume growth on solid sports demand
The Hong Kong-based footwear manufacturer has reported a 7.8% year-on-year increase in footwear shipments in the third quarter of the year, driven by solid sports demand
Lu Hua (CLIA): The Chinese domestic market is an opportunity for all brands
During the last edition of the UITIC Congress, we spoke with Lu Hua, Deputy Secretary General of CLIA, the China Leather Industry Association. A nice conversation about the Chinese footwear industry and the UITIC Congress. Watch it here today
Innovation to take the spotlight at Expo Riva Schuh and Gardabags
As the footwear and accessories industry enters a new phase, Expo Riva Schuh and Gardabags will serve as the global meeting point where technological innovation transforms into commercial opportunity
Designer Brands announces CFO transition
Mark Haley, the company’s Senior Vice President, Controller and Principal Accounting Officer, has been named Interim Principal Financial Officer following the resignation of CFO Jared Poff
European business associations urge EU-Mercosur ratification amid debate
Twenty-six European business associations, including CEC, representing a variety of industries, are calling for the swift ratification of the EU-Mercosur agreement, as the bill has now entered the European Parliament
Los Angeles project turns old shoes into new opportunities for sustainability
The Footwear Collective has partnered with Goodwill SoCal to collect and recycle used shoes. Consumers are invited to donate shoes of any brand or condition as part of this major initiative
Global footwear trade: China loses ground, US imports rise in value
Year-to-date Chinese footwear exports are down, while Vietnam and Indonesia have grown. EU exports increased modestly, with Portugal performing better than Spain and Italy. US imports increased in value
AAFA promotes Nate Herman to Executive Vice President
The American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) has promoted Nate Herman to the position of Executive Vice President. He has previously served as Senior Vice President of Policy
Netherlands Retail: the footwear sector holds up amid volatility
The Dutch footwear retail sector has held up against volatility, achieving a 0.7% increase in sales in the first eight months of 2025, as compared to the same period of the previous year. This outpaces growth in the overall retail market. Despite highly variable monthly sales, ranging from a high of 11% to a low of 7.7%, this modest growth trajectory appears to be supported by a surge in retail confidence, which aligns with positive import data. Although still negative, consumer sentiment is slightly more optimistic
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