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FAIST Voices: meet DCSI PRO

May 15, 2026 / Portugal
Part of the FAIST consortium, DCSI PRO is developing automation, robotics and digital solutions to support the technological transformation of footwear production

Genesco appoints Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer

May 15, 2026 / United States
Genesco has appointed Ashley Randolph as Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer. She has worked at the company for 20 years and was most recently Vice President and Corporate Controller

UK consumer sentiment experiences biggest quarterly fall since summer 2022

May 15, 2026 / United Kingdom
According to PwC’s latest Consumer Sentiment Survey, global geoppolitical events have dented consumer confidence, which has fallen to its lowest level since autumn 2023 and at the fastest quarterly rate since June 2022

MICAM reshapes layout for its 102nd edition

May 14, 2026 / Italy
The September edition of MICAM Milano 102 will feature a reworked layout aimed at smoother circulation, with pavilions reorganised to make the visitor journey clearer across the show

Grendene reports soft first-quarter results

May 14, 2026 / Brazil
Despite higher sales volumes, the Brazilian company reported weaker revenue and margins in the first quarter as consumers shifted towards lower-priced products due to cautious spending

Tapestry raises full-year outlook

May 14, 2026 / United States
The US-based accessible luxury group has reported strong third-quarter results, marked by a strong performance at Coach. As a result, the group raised its full-year outlook

Ofir Dagan from Movmenta: we measure the performance of the shoe, not the athlete

In today’s interview, we spoke to Ofir Dagan, Co-Founder and CEO of Movmenta, a British sports technology start-up tackling a common blind spot in running: knowing when shoes have lost their protective function, even if they still look good

OTWorld trade fair spotlights AI and robotics

May 13, 2026 / Germany
The Leipzig trade exhibition brings market leaders and start-ups together, with guided tours and exhibition areas spanning materials, workshop equipment, rehab tech, prosthetics and footwear

JD Sports announces full-year 2026 results

May 13, 2026 / United Kingdom
The UK-based sportswear retailer reported a 2.1% year-on-year increase in organic sales in fiscal 2026, while profit before tax and adjusting items declined amid challenging market conditions

Pitti Uomo hosts Sunflower for CPHFW project

May 12, 2026 / Italy
In June, Sunflower will present a special event at Pitti Uomo through a partnership with Copenhagen Fashion Week, introducing the Copenhagen-based brand to a broader international audience

Alameda Turquesa arrives at The Devil Wears Prada

May 12, 2026 / Portugal
The Portuguese luxury brand Alameda Turquesa has reached a new milestone, with its handbags featuring in the film The Devil Wears Prada 2. This appearance further strengthens the brand’s international presence

Strong first quarter for the owner of Havaianas

May 12, 2026 / Brazil
The Brazilian company Alpargatas has reported double-digit net sales growth in the first quarter of 2026, alongside higher margins, record adjusted EBITDA and increased net income

OTWorld Congress to highlight orthopaedic footwear

May 11, 2026 / Germany
The OTWorld 2026 Congress in Leipzig brings clinicians and technicians together for symposia, workshops and free papers on prosthetics, orthotics, rehabilitation and patient mobility

Steve Madden raises full-year outlook after solid first quarter

May 11, 2026 / United States
The US-based designer and marketer of footwear and accessories has raised its full-year revenue guidance following strong sales growth in the first quarter, supported by continued momentum at Kurt Geiger

AI expansion and About You acquisition drive Zalando’s first-quarter growth

May 8, 2026 / Germany
The online fashion retailer posted solid first-quarter results, driven by AI efficiencies, growth in the number of active customers, and the early integration of synergies from the acquisition of About You
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