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Camel leather tanner prepares for Leatherworld Middle East

14/03/2016
Camel leather tanner prepares for Leatherworld Middle East
Abu Dhabi-based Al Khaznah Tannery has begun to supply camel leather for saddles and sandals, and will present the development when it joins tanneries and leather suppliers at the Leatherworld Middle East show in Dubai next month.

The government-owned facility produces about 4.2 million square-feet of camel leather annually, and recycle up to 80% of water required in production.

Another returning UAE exhibitor is Afriwest General Trading, a Dubai-based supplier of European leather for the automotive and interior design industries in the Middle East and North Africa.

Having met with local handbag designers at the show last year, Afriwest is now aiming to attract other designers with the launch of its new exotic leather range, including high-end python, stingray, alligator and ostrich leathers from Italy.  

“We are targeting fashion design start-ups and established accessory and shoe manufacturers within the region,” said Anita Ahiadormey, Business Development Manager of Afriwest General Trading.  “We would also like to show automotive, hospitality and yacht interior designers how exotics can be used to enhance luxury design.”

Among the UAE exhibitors making their Leatherworld Middle East 2016 debut is Maria Thelma Rosales, a family-owned leather accessories maker established two years ago in Dubai.

Other UAE-based exhibitors at Leatherworld Middle East 2016 include Joudi International, Hidesign, Katabe Middle East, Percept General Trading, RexCorp General Trading, and ESMOD Dubai.

Ahmed Pauwels, CEO of Messe Frankfurt Middle East, the organiser of Leatherworld Middle East, said: “Leather making and tanning are part of the Middle East’s heritage, and it is encouraging to see UAE-based manufacturers and designers take an active part in meeting the demands of the increasingly sophisticated and high-end global leather market.”

Leatherworld Middle East 2016 takes place from 26-28 April at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre.

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