World Footwear

Trade fairs

Registration open for the next edition of Futurmoda

Jun 6, 2024 / Spain
Registration is now open for the upcoming edition of the International Exhibition of Leather, Components, and Machinery for Footwear and Leather Goods, which will take place next October from the 16th to the 17th

Global business platform Expo Riva Schuh & Gardabags to return in June

May 24, 2024 / Italy
The next edition of the international Expo Riva Schuh & Gardabags trade fair will take place from the 15th to the 18th of June in Riva del Garda, Italy, showcasing the latest trends and innovations in the industry

FaW Tokyo closes on a positive note

Apr 30, 2024 / Japan
Held from the 17th to the 19th of April, the Japanese fashion trade show closed on a positive note, attracting 22,901 visitors from all around the world

APLF attracts around 12 000 visitors

Apr 10, 2024 / Hong Kong
The organisers said it was a “successful” return to Hong Kong in an edition “tempered by slow market demand”, which attracted around 12 000 buyers, with China and India topping the top 10 visitor countries

Courovale: from leather trading to producing customised leathers with special finishes

Apr 4, 2024 / Brazil
Get to know Courovale, a Brazilian-based tannery specialised in customised leathers with special finishes such as engraved, printed, metal and lacquered and learn more about their business

Simac Tanning Tech unveils new logo as it prepares to celebrate its 50th anniversary

Apr 3, 2024 / Italy
The International Exhibition of Machinery and Technologies for the Footwear, Leather Goods and Tanning Industries has unveiled a new logo to mark the start of its 50th-anniversary celebrations

Concept Factory presented technological innovation at FIMEC

Apr 2, 2024 / Brazil
Visitors to the 2024 edition of Fimec were able to see the 14th edition of the Concept Factory (Fábrica Conceito), held by the Brazilian Institute of Leather, Footwear and Artifacts Technology (IBTeC), in partnership with Fenac and Coelho Assessoria Empresaria

Signs of optimism at the close of APLF

Mar 27, 2024 / Hong Kong
The leather trade fair returned to Hong Kong from the 19th to the 21st of March, with most leaving with positive impressions despite some caution due to the challenging macro environment

Micam with 3 days format in September

Mar 22, 2024 / Italy
The next edition of the Milan-based fashion trade fairs, MICAM Milano, MIPEL, TheOne and Milano Fashion & Jewels will be held at Fieramilano (Rho) from the 15th to the 17th of September 2024

Fimec ends on a positive note

Mar 21, 2024 / Brazil
The latest edition of the Brazilian trade fair Fimec attracted around 20 000 visitors interested in innovative solutions for hides and leather, chemicals, components, machinery and technology

Global leather industry to gather at the upcoming APLF 2024

Mar 15, 2024 / Hong Kong
From the 19th to the 21st of March, the world’s leather industry will gather in Hong Kong for the fair’s return home. Eyes will be the much-anticipated attendance from APAC and Chinese buyers

Footwear industry leaders meet to address challenges and seize opportunities

Mar 7, 2024 / Hong Kong
This year’s Global Footwear Executive Summit, which will be held at APLF 2024 in Hong Kong on the 20th of March, will address innovations in footwear production, materials and branding strategy

Concept Factory and CICB Sustainability Forum to be featured at Fimec 2024

Feb 29, 2024 / Brazil
In addition to the new products on display, the coming edition of Fimec aims to stand out for the learning spaces it offers its visitors. These include the Concept Factory and the CICB Sustainability Forum

Higher attendance at Lineapelle

Feb 26, 2024 / Italy
The last edition of Lineapelle, held from the 20th to the 22nd of February at Fieramilano attracted 25 376 professional buyers from all around the world, an increase on the two editions of 2023

Milan’s trade fairs closed with 40 821 visitors

Feb 23, 2024 / Italy
The February edition of MICAM Milano, MIPEL, The One Milano and Milano Fashion&Jewels attracted a total of 40 821 visitors from 150 countries, 45% of whom came from abroad
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