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FDRA launches new tool to enhance supply chain mapping for footwear brands

Oct 16, 2024 / United States
FDRA launches new tool to help footwear brands map their entire supply chain, from raw materials to final assembly, ensuring compliance with new regulations on sustainability and forced labour

European leather industry presents evidence against the inclusion of leather in the EUDR

Oct 7, 2024 / European Union
A new study commissioned by COTANCE and UNIC shows that leather does not directly cause deforestation and that its inclusion in the EUDR could lead to job losses, supply chain disruptions and higher emissions

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

Skechers files patent infringement lawsuit against Rockport

Sep 20, 2024 / United States
The US-based company is accusing Rockport, as well as its parent company Authentic Brands Group and its licensee Marc Fisher, of allegedly making and selling shoes that infringe on its patented slip-in technology

Industrial Property Rights in the EU: Challenges and Opportunities for the Footwear Industry

Sep 16, 2024 / World Footwear Reports
JUST RELEASED!! Access the latest World Footwear Innovation Paper dedicated to Industrial Property Rights in the European Union (EU) and learn what challenges are comprised within and what and opportunities can be found for the Footwear Industry

Skechers files patent infringement lawsuit against L.L Bean

Jul 25, 2024 / United States
The US-based sneaker company claims that the American retailer has illegally used its patented “heel cup” design. Skechers is seeking a jury trial and financial compensation

EU comes closer to regulating greenwashing

Jul 9, 2024 / European Union
The Council of the European Union has adopted its general approach on the Green Claims Directive, which aims to tackle greenwashing and help consumers make greener choices. The proposal will now be negotiated in the European Parliament

Nike loses trademark case against Puma

Jul 3, 2024 / United States
The US-based sportswear company has suffered a setback in its bid to trademark the capitalised version of the word “footware” for tech-related products after a European Union court backed a complaint by Puma

US pushes EU to delay implementation of deforestation law

Jun 24, 2024 / United States
The US government has requested the European Commission to delay the implementation of the so-called Anti-Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), seven months ahead of schedule

US regulator moves to block Tapestry’s acquisition of Capri

Apr 25, 2024 / United States
The Federal Trade Commission (FCT) has filed a lawsuit to block the merger of luxury fashion conglomerates Tapestry and Capri Holdings, arguing that it would lead to higher prices for US consumers

US apparel and footwear industries call for 16-year AGOA extension

Apr 18, 2024 / United States
The AGOA trade programme, which grants duty-free access to the US market by eligible countries in sub-Saharan Africa, is currently set to expire in September 2025

France on course to penalise fast fashion

Apr 1, 2024 / France
In mid-March, France’s lower parliament approved a bill imposing penalties on ultra-fast fashion products to help offset their environmental impact. The law has now been sent to the Senate

Bangladesh Central Bank lowers export incentives

Feb 9, 2024 / Bangladesh
Bangladesh has announced cuts to export incentives in almost all sectors as the country prepares to exit Least Developed Country status in 2026. The leather industry is one of the hardest hit

European Union adopts new rules against greenwashing

Feb 6, 2024 / European Union
By 593 votes to 21, the European Parliament approved a new directive to eliminate unverified environmental claims and empower consumers to make sustainable purchasing choices

Overturned veto on payroll tax exemption cheers the Brazilian footwear sector

Dec 21, 2023 / Brazil
The overturning of President Lula’s veto of the bill to extend the payroll tax exemption until 2027 in the National Congress on the 14th of December has lifted the spirits of the footwear sector
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