Organisations
UK: Budget anxiety dampens retail spending and footfall
Retail activity in the UK is showing signs of slowing down, with consumer caution ahead of the Autumn Budget dampening spending and footfall in major shopping areas
Los Angeles project turns old shoes into new opportunities for sustainability
The Footwear Collective has partnered with Goodwill SoCal to collect and recycle used shoes. Consumers are invited to donate shoes of any brand or condition as part of this major initiative
AAFA promotes Nate Herman to Executive Vice President
The American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) has promoted Nate Herman to the position of Executive Vice President. He has previously served as Senior Vice President of Policy
Join the 13th 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!
AAFA urges tougher action on online counterfeit networks
Meta, Shopee and Alibaba platforms were named by the AAFA in a call for greater accountability, as counterfeiters exploit digital tools to flood markets with fake products and deceive consumers
AIMPLAS prepares third edition of international plastics recycling seminar
PLASREC’s third edition, to occur in December, will combine expert presentations with practical workshops, offering insights into legislation and innovation in the plastics recycling industry
Simac Tanning Tech and Linneapelle attract over 9,000 visitors
With exhibitors from nearly 20 countries, the Italian fairs provided a platform for industry dialogue and showcased Italian resilience in a sector facing export declines and shifting global dynamics
Brazil introduces mandatory footwear labelling to combat counterfeiting
The new regulation requires footwear manufacturers and importers to provide detailed product information. This is intended to protect consumers and strengthen the legitimate market
Portuguese Shoes debuts at London Fashion Week
British designer Annie Purdy, winner of the Portuguese Footwear Award, developed her debut collection in Portugal, unveiling it at the Portuguese Embassy in London during London Fashion Week
ACLE highlights innovation and resilience amid global pressures
The Shanghai trade fair welcomed thousands of professionals, with global trade links and emerging markets offering prospects for the leather sector. The next edition is set to occur in September 2026
CLIA President points to AI and sustainability as footwear industry drivers
In his speech at the last UITIC Congress, CLIA President Li Yuzhong emphasised the importance of AI and sustainability in reshaping the global footwear industry, presenting China as a key partner
CEC calls for stronger EU rules to ensure safe and fair e-commerce
The European Footwear Confederation (CEC) has joined forces with 64 NGOs and industry, retail and consumer organisations to urge the EU to address loopholes in online marketplace trade and protect consumers
Brazilian footwear exports decline as Chinese imports surge
While Brazilian footwear exports declined in August, mainly due to the impact of the 50% tariff imposed by the United States on Brazilian goods, imports from China surged
International cooperation takes central stage in Simac Tanning Tech 2025
The footwear and leather technology fair, happening in Milan from September 23 to 25, will welcome over three hundred exhibitors, emphasising global collaboration, sustainability, and innovation in machinery and production processes
Asos and ITF sign landmark agreement to safeguard transport workers’ rights
The online fashion retailer has signed a legally-binding agreement with the International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) to protect the rights of transport workers across the supply chain-
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