World Footwear

Events

APLF ASEAN is heading to Vietnam

Jun 2, 2025 Vietnam
APLF ASEAN is heading to Vietnam
After two editions in Bangkok, the trade fair for the sourcing of leather, materials and technology in Southeast Asia will take place in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, from the 13th to the 15th of November 2025
With decades of experience in organising international leather exhibitions in Hong Kong behind them, the organisers of APLF ASEAN created the event with the purpose of connecting international suppliers with Southeast Asia’s industrial sourcing network. This year, the event will take place in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, from the 13th to the 15th of November, centred on the M.E.E.T. concept.

‘M’ stands for ‘matching’, providing opportunities for business matchmaking between suppliers and qualified sourcing professionals. ‘E’ stands for experience, with dedicated zones showcasing leather trends and material innovations in an interactive, curated environment. ‘E’ also stands for education, facilitating the sharing of market insights and breakthroughs through seminars and technical sessions. Finally, ‘T’ stands for ‘tradeshow’, a focused event format aimed at delivering high-quality engagement tailored to industrial sourcing.

“Exhibitors and buyers deserve an enhanced sourcing experience in the region, and we hope APLF ASEAN can help provide that focused, high-return environment. Our aim is to create an exhibition that fosters meaningful connections between suppliers and the right buyers, while also setting a new benchmark for leather and materials exhibitions in Vietnam”, commented Janice Lee, Director of APLF.

Vietnam imports over 500 million square feet of leather each year, primarily for use in its growing manufacturing sectors. Around 60% of this is used for leather footwear, while the remainder goes into accessories, garments, and the expanding automotive and furniture industries. As global trade shifts and tariffs rise, Vietnam has established itself as a strategic manufacturing hub, particularly for footwear and fashion goods. The country’s leather market is expected to grow by 6 to 8% annually from 2024 to 2030.


Image Credits: aplf.com


Related Events

  • Jul
    9
    Jul 9-Jul 11, 2025 | Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

    Shoes & Leather Vietnam

  • Nov
    13
    Nov 13-Nov 15, 2025 | Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

    APLF ASEAN

  • Dec
    5
    Dec 5-Dec 7, 2025 | Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

    Asia Fashion (Vietnam) Show

  • Mar
    24
    Mar 24-Mar 26, 2026 | Hanoi, Vietnam

    Shoes & Leather Hanoi

Related Organizations

  • LSI - Vietnam Leather and Shoes Research Institute

    LSI - Vietnam Leather and Shoes Research Institute

    Vietnam
  • Ho Chi Minh City Leather and Footwear Association

    Ho Chi Minh City Leather and Footwear Association

    Vietnam
  • Hanoi Leather and Footwear Association

    Hanoi Leather and Footwear Association

    Vietnam
  • LSI - Leather and Shoes Research Institute

    LSI - Leather and Shoes Research Institute

    Vietnam