World Footwear

Leather goods

Louis Vuitton in talks to open US factory

Jul 7, 2017 / United States
LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton, one of the leading groups in luxury accessories is working to open a factory in the US, responding to added demand for its iconic products

Bangladesh’s new policy to boost exports

Jun 19, 2017 / Innovation
The local authorities seem to be focusing on new policies to reinforce the leather goods and footwear manufacturers capacity and in that way boost exports

Leather industry in Pakistan calls for duty-free imports

Jun 6, 2017 / Pakistan
The Pakistan Tanners Association (PTA) has called for abolishing customs duty on imports of basic raw materials, believing it will bring down cost of production and boosting competitiveness

Manjerica, deeply inspired by life

Jun 6, 2017 / Portugal
A Portuguese brand of leather goods, characterized by distinctive products, with a wide range of unique combinations of shapes, textures and colors

Kering with outstanding revenue growth

May 25, 2017 / France
Consolidated revenue in the first quarter was up by 31.2% as reported. Revenue by luxury activities was up by 34.0% and sport & lifestyle activities up by 16.5%

Your rules by Maria Maleta

May 16, 2017 / Portugal
This is the tale about two girls with an obvious passion for fashion and handbags. As people say: there can ever be enough handbags for a woman

Coach’s results in line with expectations

May 5, 2017 / United States
The New York-based design house of modern luxury accessories and lifestyle brands, reported sales decline of 4% on a reported basis and 3% on a constant currency basis. Net earnings were up slightly

Marta Ponti continues to set standards

May 2, 2017 / Portugal
A brand of leather accessories produced in Portugal, with decades of valuable know how and experience, which is seen as a reference within the industry

Strong sales growth posted by Hermès

Apr 27, 2017 / France
The French-based luxury group announced strong sales growth in the first quarter (+14%), as a result of a strong momentum registered across all geographic areas

APLF visitors and participants benefit from a wide range of services

Apr 19, 2017 / Hong Kong
The latest edition of the APLF Leather & Materials+ and Fashion Access took place from the 29th of March to the 31st of March at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre

New campaign for the Portuguese leather goods

Apr 18, 2017 / Portugal
Quality and good taste. Tradition and know-how. These are the foundations of the new Portuguese Leather Goods campaign promoted by APICCAPS, with the support of the Compete 2020 Program

Prada’s revenue slips 10%

Apr 17, 2017 / Italy
The Italy-based group announced the results for financial year 2016. Decrease in sales marked the year

Signs of optimism from APLF Leather & Materials+ and Fashion Access

Apr 12, 2017 / Hong Kong
A reference for the leather sector and usually seen as a barometer for the global performance of this industry, the APLF Leather and Materials+ trade fair closed with a sense of moderate optimism about the future

Joshua Schulman new President & CEO of Coach brand

Apr 6, 2017 / United States
The New York design house of modern luxury accessories and lifestyle brands announced the appointment of Joshua Schulman as President and Chief Executive Officer of the Coach brand, effective from the 5th of June 5 onwards

Leather goods industry in India worried with raw materials supply

Apr 4, 2017 / India
Action has been taken to close illegal slaughterhouses. The leather goods industry is worried that a “blanket ban” could hit supplies and raise prices
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