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
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
The inaugural fair brings together global brands and local talent, reflecting the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 ambition to diversify its economy and create new opportunities for lifestyle industries
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
Celebrating MICAM’s centenary edition, the Milano fairs drew strong international participation, showcased new trends and confirmed their return to the Fashion Link Milano calendar for February 2026
Taking place from the 7th to the 9th of September in Milan, MICAM 100 will highlight more than half a century of history by combining heritage and innovation. The event will host 870 brands
The next edition of the Spanish trade fair, scheduled for mid-October 2025, will offer greater visibility to materials and innovations shaping the autumn-winter 2025-2026 season
From China to Vietnam, the industry spotlight was on innovation, sourcing and design as leading trade fairs hosted global brands, suppliers and buyers seeking to reinforce connections across markets
Exhibitors and attendees praised Barefoot European Shoe Fair for its vibrant atmosphere, diverse product offerings and growing consumer interest, signalling a shift from niche to mainstream appeal
The last edition of Brazil’s leading trade fair for materials attracted a record 8 000-plus buyers and industry professionals from the footwear, apparel, furniture, automotive, décor and jewellery sectors
Europe’s first barefoot footwear trade fair, from the 31st of July to the 3rd of August, will welcome international exhibitors, market research and interactive experiences in a growing market niche
The event will address challenges such as tariff uncertainty, supply chain fragmentation, and shifting economic geographies in order to help brands and companies navigate the international landscape
Taking place from the 14th to the 17th of June, the 103rd edition of the trade fair aims to be a central reference point for the footwear and accessories sector amid a challenging global business environment
After two editions in Bangkok, the trade fair for the sourcing of leather, materials and technology in Southeast Asia will take place in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, from the 13th to the 15th of November 2025
We spoke to Torben Schütz, Deputy Managing Director at the Federal Association of German Footwear and Leather Goods Industry, to learn more about the upcoming Barefoot European Shoe Fair, the first of its kind in Europe. The preview takes place in the summer in Offenbach, close to Frankfurt