Footwear
Felmini takes sustainable steps
The Felgueiras-based footwear company has adjusted its productive process and invested in more environmentally friendly materials to reduce the ecological footprint of its footwear
Pakistan exports of footwear and leather are on the rise
According to the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics exports of leather products, tanned leather and footwear increased in the first two months of the new fiscal year
Crocs aims at 5 billion US dollars sales
The US-based brand of casual footwear has announced its long-term strategy for sustainable and profitable growth. Crocs expects its revenue to increase to more than 5 billion US dollars by 2026
Bangladesh: leather industry grows in the first two months of the fiscal year
Although it is too early to spot a trend, in the firts two months of the new fiscal year, the leather industry in Bangladesh has reported growing exports in its categories. Other footwear (no leather) with declining exports
Foot Locker completes acquisition of WSS
The New York-based specialty athletic retailer has completed its acquisition of Eurostar, Inc. (WSS), a US-based athletic footwear and apparel retailer that primarily operates on the West Coast
Micam talks about a success edition exceeding expectations
Micam (footwear), Mipel (leather goods and accessories) and The One Milano Special Featured by Micam (the Haut-à-Porter Exhibition) ended after three days
AAFA and Kenya Association of Manufacturers together to promote economic growth in the industry
The two entities signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to collaborate on policy areas of mutual interest through joint advocacy and information sharing on industry best practices
Lenna: new brand focused on solidarity and sustainability
Three childhood friends joined to launch a business together: a sustainable quality project without resorting to animal products and with a strong solidarity feature. Get to know Lenna
Diane Randolph joins Shoe Carnival's Board of Directors
The retailer of footwear and accessories appointed Diane Randolph to its Board of Directors, effective immediately. The Board will now be composed of 7 directors (5 are independent)
Sales rebound at Genesco
The Nashville-based footwear group has announced the results for the second fiscal quarter ended on 31st of July 2022.Sales at Genesco increased by 42% from similar quarter last year, which generated revenue of 555 million US dollars
Prada and Theaster Gates launch Dorchester Industries Experimental Design Lab
The three-year collab initiative aims at amplifying the work of emerging and established artists of colour through awards and public programming. The space will be located in Chicago
Chinese group exhibition debuts at Micam
15 Chinese brands will participate at MICAM with the organisation of the China Chamber of Commerce for Import and Export of Light Industrial Products and Arts-Crafts
Dick's Sporting Goods to hire up to 10 000 seasonal associates
The Pittsburgh-based sporting goods retailer announced it will hire the largest number of seasonal associates in its history for the 2021 holiday season
China enters the top 10 of footwear importers
The Asian country is the number one producer and exporter of footwear in the world and holds the position of indisputable leader. Last year, China made its debut as one of the main footwear importers. Data is taken from the World Footwear 2021 Yearbook released by APICCAPS, the Portuguese Footwear Association. The publication gives you the most complete picture of the footwear industry
Getting ready for the 2021 Global Footwear Sustainability Summit
The new edition of the event will be held virtually from the 20th to the 22nd of October, between 8h30am and 1pm (CET - Central European Time). Workshops & Mingling sessions will also be part of the event-
Footwear Consumer 2030
A study reflecting on the main global consumer trends and the key changes for the footwear industry.
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