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A record-breaking 50th edition for SIMAC Tanning Tech

Oct 4, 2024 / Italy
SIMAC Tanning Tech, the Italian exhibition of machinery and technology for the footwear, leather goods and tanning industries, attracted more than 9,000 visitors at its 50th edition

JD Sports posts first half sales growth

Oct 4, 2024 / United Kingdom
The UK-based sports retailer has reported an organic sales growth of 6.4% in the first half of fiscal 2025, as compared to the same period of last year. Full year outlook remains unchanged

The EU Commission proposes a one-year delay in the implementation of anti-deforestation law

Oct 4, 2024 / European Union
The European Commission is proposing a one-year delay in the entry into force of the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), responding to calls from several global partners

Nike reports weak first quarter ahead of CEO change

Oct 3, 2024 / United States
The US-based sportswear giant has reported a sharp fall in revenue and profits in the first quarter of its current fiscal year, ahead of the forthcoming CEO change

Creative leadership change at LVMH-backed Celine

Oct 3, 2024 / France
After seven years as creative director of Céline, Hedi Slimane has left the brand, marking the latest high-profile departure from a fashion label. LVMH has already named Michael Rider as Slimane's successor

Authentic closes Champion acquisition deal

Oct 3, 2024 / United States
Authentic Brands Group (ABG) has announced that it has completed the acquisition of the athleticwear brand Champion, the second-largest acquisition in the company’s history

Dune Group founder to be a keynote speaker at the launch of Global Footwear Future Coalition

Oct 2, 2024 / United Kingdom
The Global Footwear Future Coalition, which aims to be a forum for the exchange of knowledge between industry stakeholders, will be launched on the 9th of October. Daniel Rubin, Founder and Executive Chairman of The Dune Group, will be the keynote speaker

Brazilian footwear production grows between January and July

Oct 2, 2024 / Brazil
According to the Brazilian Association of Footwear Industries (Abicalçados), footwear production grew by 3.9% between January and July of 2024, compared to the same period last year

Puma appoints new Chief Financial Officer

Oct 2, 2024 / Germany
The German-based sportswear company has appointed Markus Neubrand as its Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and a member of the Management Board. Most recently, he was CFO at Guess

Luxury hit a rough patch

Premium Content Oct 1, 2024 / World
Looking back on the first half of the year, it would be hard to argue that luxury is in for a smooth ride. Will this challenging period continue? And for how long?

Geox shuts down its New York office as part of a strategic review

Oct 1, 2024 / Italy
The Italian-based footwear brand has confirmed the closure of its NYC office, signalling a shift in its US business strategy after a 13.7% fall in North American revenue in the first half of 2024

Portuguese footwear heads to Poland as industry looks to diversify markets

Oct 1, 2024 / Portugal
Krakow is the next stop in the international promotion of Portuguese footwear. A showcase of Portuguese brands will take place from the 9th to the 10th of October at Expo Krakow, at the same time as Polshoes

New Generation: meet Daniela Fernandes

Sep 30, 2024 / Portugal
With an academic background in accounting, Daniela Fernandes has been working for 15 years at the family-owned Daniela Shoes, a practical women’s footwear brand. Let's find out more

MOVV debuts with simplistic running shoes focusing on injury prevention

Sep 30, 2024 / Denmark
The newly launched Scandinavian brand MOVV leverages user-based data and partnerships with experts to address running injuries, offering a minimalist, functional approach to running footwear

Tod’s Group appoints John Galantic as its new Chief Executive Officer

Sep 30, 2024 / Italy
The Italian-based luxury group has appointed John Galantic, former Chanel's senior executive, as its new Chief Executive Officer. This decision follows the privatisation agreement in June
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