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US Trade Court blocks most of Trump’s global tariffs
The Court of International Trade ruled that President Trump did not have the authority to impose blanket tariffs on imports from US trading partners. This voids most of the tariffs that sparked the latest global trade war
Skechers settles design patent case against L.L. Bean
Skechers and L.L. Bean have settled a lawsuit alleging the latter’s "Freeport" shoes infringed patented heel cup designs, with a court order barring further sales, imports and manufacturing
German firms face geopolitical and regulatory risks
A recent survey by German trade associations highlights geopolitical conflicts as the main supply chain threat, while compliance with new regulations adds costs and bureaucratic hurdles
EU and Mercosur conclude free trade negotiations
Last Friday, the European Union and the Mercosur bloc agreed on the much-delayed free trade agreement. The deal is now subject to approval by the Council and Parliament
AAFA calls on ILA and USMX to resume negotiations
The trade body is calling on the ILA and the USMX to negotiate to avoid a strike that would further disrupt the East and Gulf Coast ports in an already challenging global supply chain environment
EU-Mercosur FTA: 78 business organisations call for swift conclusion
CEC and 77 other business organisations from the European Union (EU) and Mercosur are urging their governments to rapidly conclude negotiations on a free trade agreement between the two blocs
EU Parliament postpones implementation of deforestation regulation
The EU has granted a one-year extension for the EUDR implementation amid concerns from stakeholders. The regulation’s country risk classification will now include a “no-risk” category, easing requirements for selected regions
Tapestry and Capri Holdings call off merger plans
The two companies have agreed to call off their merger plans after a US court blocked the deal last October, ending their efforts to create a US luxury giant capable of competing with major European players
FDRA launches new tool to enhance supply chain mapping for footwear brands
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
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
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
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
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
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
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-
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