Positive message from Italian tanners Christmas event

18/12/2014
Tanners in Italy gathered for a Christmas meal in Santa Croce, organised by tanners association Associazione Conciatori, to celebrate the holidays and look back at a successful year.

President of the association Franco Donati told the 300 guests that one of the main threats for 2015 will be the reluctance of the big brands to confirm orders, which have been affected by the falling rouble in Russia as well as new trade policies.

However, he said: “We can keep ourselves competitive if we continue to offer the quality that has always characterised our products. If there are clients that are slow [to place orders], there are new companies ready to recognise the quality of our work. "

In February 2015, a new technical centre will open in the region, offering scientific support for the sector, reported local press.