Footwear
Giorgio Possagno: Today's Challenge is Adapting Quickly Without Losing Identity
In this interview, Giorgio Possagno discusses how footwear companies can respond to growing geopolitical uncertainty, changing consumer preferences and rapid technological transformation without losing the identity that defines their brands. The conversation also explores the future of trade fairs, the role of AI and digitalisation, and Europe's position in an increasingly competitive global market
Netherlands Retail: footwear sales pick up amid market pressures
The Dutch footwear market showed mixed developments during the summer months. The footwear and leather goods sector recorded three consecutive months of year-on-year turnover growth, which coincided with increased household spending despite negative consumer confidence. At the same time, footwear prices continued to fall compared with a year earlier, while retailers faced rising costs in sourcing, logistics and labour. Online sales continued to outperform the total retail sector, although growth in sales volumes moderated in September
Portuguese women’s footwear brands to be showcased in New York
Taking place on the 1st and 2nd of December, the Portuguese Shoes Showcase in New York will introduce Portuguese footwear brands to the US market. Read on to find out more about the women’s footwear brands taking part, including Felmini, Luís Onofre and Shirakawa
Brooks Running achieves 12% revenue growth in first nine months
The Seattle-based running company recorded year-on-year revenue growth of 12% in the first nine months of 2026, with the EMEA region leading this growth at 24%
Henkel opens new application centre in Indonesia
Henkel is opening a new application centre in Central Java to support footwear and fashion manufacturers with adhesive technologies, product development and production innovation
Making Shoes for the World: Giovanna Ceolini on Quality, Innovation and Heritage
In this interview, Giovanna Ceolini, President of Assocalzaturifici and MICAM, shares her vision for the future of the footwear industry in an increasingly complex economic and geopolitical environment
Asics opens running innovation lab with University of Michigan
The Japan-based sportswear company is investing 25 million USD in a research collaboration with the University of Michigan, with the aim of developing new technologies for running shoes and clothing
Portuguese men’s footwear brands to be showcased in New York
The Portuguese Shoes Showcase in New York will take place on the 1st and 2nd of December, introducing Portuguese footwear brands to the US market. Find out more about the men’s footwear brands taking part, including Ambitious, Centenário, Last Sole and Moshion
Crocs delivers third-quarter growth and further raises full-year outlook
The US-based footwear company reported a 4.6% increase in revenue in the third quarter, driven by growth across its brands and distribution channels. As a result, it has raised its 2026 full-year outlook
Shoe Zone Reports Lower Full-Year Revenue as Market Pressures Persist
In its latest full-year 2026 trading update, the UK-based footwear retailer reported a 4.5% decline in revenue, as weaker consumer confidence and a reduced store portfolio impacted sales
Aesthetic Digital Personalization: Valuing Craftsmanship and Driving Business Value in Footwear
NEW PAPER RELEASED! Beyond functional engineering, digital personalization is unlocking new commercial opportunities and visual creativity in footwear manufacturing. A new World Footwear innovation paper explores how digital decoration, flexible printing, and on-demand workflows are elevating traditional craftsmanship while meeting evolving consumer demands.
Spanish footwear exports edge up by 0.8% in the first seven months
Spanish footwear exports rose by 0.8% to 2.02 billion euros in the first seven months of 2026, while imports fell by 7.86% in value, according to Shoe Intelligence, citing FICE data
CEC calls for clear rules on proposed EU Universal PFAS restriction
The European Footwear Confederation (CEC) is calling for clear rules on responsibility and compliance under the proposed EU Universal PFAS restriction, while supporting the transition towards PFAS-free footwear and leather goods
Functional Digital Personalization: Engineering Precision, Health, and Sustainability in Footwear
NEW PAPER JUST RELEASED! Beyond aesthetic customization, digital personalization is driving a major technical shift in orthopaedic, medical, and high-performance footwear. A new World Footwear innovation paper explores how 3D foot scanning, biomechanical simulation, and additive manufacturing are establishing new standards for functional precision and sustainable production
Join the 15th edition of the World Footwear Business Conditions Survey
The WorldFootwear.com is asking all experts within the footwear industry to share their views on the current business situation. Join the new edition of the World Footwear Business Conditions Survey. WE WANT TO HEAR YOU!-
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