University and partners launch new leather industry
14/09/2011
At the event, Reg Hankey of UKLF, said: “Today marks the launch of a new strategy for industry and education, and it is unashamedly about the development of manufacturing that, in turn, creates wealth. Twenty billion square-feet of leather goes into a range of clothing, fashion accessories, footwear, upholstery and other products every year. This equates to $40 billion in trade. The strategy addresses research and development, the environment, brand, sustainability, raw materials, education and people. Leather offers career opportunities across the globe for talented young people in areas including science, technology and design.”
Professor Nick Petford, vice-chancellor of the University of Northampton, commented: “We are developing novel and innovative models of course delivery to meet the professional development and employment needs of the industry. The university will continue to be a global leader in education and research for high-quality, efficient and effective tanning and manufacturing which is environmentally sustainable, and committed to reducing its carbon footprint.”
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