Technology
FDRA launches new tool to enhance supply chain mapping for footwear brands
FDRA launches new tool to help footwear brands map their entire supply chain, from raw materials to final assembly, ensuring compliance with new regulations on sustainability and forced labour
Bolflex receives patent for its vulcanization process
After years of study, research and testing, Bolflex, the Portuguese-based company specialising in the manufacture of soles, has successfully patented its vulcanization process
Mango launches first campaign entirely generated by AI
The Spanish fashion group has used generative AI to create a campaign for the limited-edition Sunset Dream collection of its youth line. The initiative underlines the company’s commitment to innovation
Portuguese consortium launches 34 cutting-edge solutions to have the world’s most advanced industry
As part of a consortium led by Carité and coordinated by CTCP, several companies are working to develop 34 innovative products by the end of next year to make the Portuguese footwear industry the most qualified in the world
Martina Schiuma from The ID Factory: technology is key to accelerate change
We spoke to Martina Schiuma, head of sustainability at the platform The ID Factory, to find out more about their solution for fashion brands and retailers to improve supply chain transparency and traceability. In the end, we discussed where the fashion industry is on its journey towards a sustainable future
World Footwear Voices: interview with Steve Lamar from AAFA
Today we bring you a conversation with Steve Lamar, President and CEO at American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA). Watch the new episode of the World Footwear Voices
World Footwear Voices: interview with Berke Içten from TASD
Today we bring you a conversation with Berke Içten, Chairman of the Executive Board of the Footwear Industrialists Association of Türkiye (TASD). Watch the new episode of the World Footwear Voices
World Footwear Voices: interview with Kubilay Genckan from Alibaba.com
Today we bring you a conversation with Kubilay Genckan from Alibaba.com. Watch the new episode of the World Footwear Voices dedicated to discussing some of the pressing issues around the business of B2B platforms
World Footwear Voices: interview with Marco Guazzoni from Vibram
Today we bring you a conversation with Marco Guazzoni Sustainability Director at Vibram. Watch the new episode of the World Footwear Voices
Interview with Miguel Pomares from Ecoalf
At the latest edition of the World Footwear Congress in Istanbul, we took the opportunity to speak with Miguel Pomares, Senior Footwear Specialist at the Spanish-based brand Ecoalf. Read the interview today
World Footwear Voices: interview with Yuly Fuentes-Medel Ph.D. from MIT
Today we bring you a conversation with Yuly Fuentes-Medel Ph.D., Project Manager for Fiber Technologies at MIT. Watch the new episode of the World Footwear Voices
World Footwear Voices: interview with Sergio Dulio from UITIC
Today we bring you a conversation with Sergio Dulio, who took on the Presidency of UITIC last year. Watch the new episode of the World Footwear Voices
World Footwear Voices: interview with Yves Morin
Today we bring you a conversation with Yves Morin to learn a little more about technology, innovation, and how that can lead to a more sustainable world. Watch this new episode of the World Footwear Voices
World Footwear Voices: interview with Ricardo Guerra from CIATEC
Today we bring you a conversation with Ricardo Guerra Sanchéz, Director of CIATEC, a Center of Research working with the footwear industry in Mexico. Watch the new episode of the World Footwear Voices
The Cryptide named Footwear Brand of the Year in 2023
The luxury lifestyle sneaker brand The Cryptide has been named Footwear Brand of the Year 2023 at the fourth edition of the Global Footwear Awards (GFA)-
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