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29 November 2004
BLC extracts DNA from leather
Pig hide prices in China increase by 20%
Asia Pacific area to lead the way in leather chemical production
Suspected BSE case proves to be negative
Suspected BSE case proves to be negative
Bayer posts further growth in Q3
Clariant sells Clariant Polymers K.K. to Nippon Synthetic Chemical Industry
Lanxess to be introduced to the public in early 2005
Bird flu expected to turn into pandemic
26 November 2004
Hartmann introduces limited edition made-to-order luggage
BASF announces staff reduction Ludwigshafen site
New UK company adds a twist
ECA reports on EU’s FMD handling and SIRB
25 November 2004
Leather history will be presented in Worms
Wilsons Leather names new CEO
Solestram Swimwear launches new line of ocean leather swimwear
Jones Apparel, Olivet reach agreement on Nine West luggage
Christmas retail boom expected in new Zealand
Indra Technology offers new technology to show designs online
23 November 2004
German shoe producer Helix declares insolvency
BSE scare hits USA
Stahl appoints Rodney Hammond
Dystar agrees Rotta Group acquisition
Aston Martin branches out into luggage
Leather goods sales boost Tods
PGMEA seeks ban on wet blue exports
Barneys reports record nine months
Lacoste wins latest crocodile battle
Högl sacks 47 workers in Austria
Bush promises swift lift of Canadian cattle ban
India gears up for higher exports
Sheep worm resistance research proves selective breeding beneficial
BSE scare hits USA
22 November 2004
Two international fairs to take place in Dongguan
North Korea to cooperate with Fujian shoe enterprise
Putian exports reach $600 million
Richemont profits soar
Richemont profits soar
Pakistan leather exports decline
Nike president resigns
18 November 2004
Wilsons cuts losses in Q3
17 November 2004
China’s key leather exports and imports increase
Wolverine files lawsuit against Harbor Footwear and Kohl’s
Pakistan tanners urged to contribute to effluent plant
PTA urges help for exporters
Natuzzi announces Q3 results
TRW Automotive opens steering wheel plant in Romania
Pakistan tanners urged to contribute to effluent plant
16 November 2004
Changes afoot at Mirza Tanners
Leather adds new appeal at Techmart India 2004
US enterprise delegation signs agreement with Shenyang City
PLGMEA seeks more business in Russia
Hungary’s industrial output up but leather sector down in September
Polish customs seize counterfeit footwear and clothing
Men’s footwear to surprise in Spring 2005.
Leather Institute Gerberschule Reutlingen celebrates 50th anniversary
Leather Institute Gerberschule Reutlingen celebrates 50th anniversary
Wortmann increases sales and prepares for China
15 November 2004
Adidas_1 intelligent shoe wins Popular Science award
Reebok to launch Pump 2.0
Brown Shoe unifies wholesale divisions
BASF increases sales and nearly triples profits in Q3
Offenbach-based traditional leather brand ceases production
Bulgaria’s car profits up 22% in September
BASF increases sales and nearly triples profits in Q3
12 November 2004
Czech chicken farmer turns to crocodiles
Fossil announces Q3 results, license agreement with adidas-saloman
11 November 2004
Pakistan exports to Russia rise 500%
18th Exponar to be held in Portugal
Lower sales and profit at Bakers Footwear in Q3
SATRA Sensors break the 200 mark
Survey: UK leather companies cautious
Pakistan`s exports to Russia rise 500%
10 November 2004
14th ILD and GH fairs postponed
14th ILD and GH fairs postponed
Clariant posts strong 9-month results
Johnston and Murphy names licensee for travel and accessories
New Zealand’s Livestock Improvement develops KiwiCross bull
EU challenges transatlantic sanctions
09 November 2004
Market depression affects Pittards
Fashion Access visitor numbers increase
CBR decision on sales tax audits welcomed
Starter by MIDEC postponed
Starter by MIDEC postponed
EC examines animal feed from contaminated peels
Bulgaria’s beef tests dubious?
Canadian farmers cheer Bush’s re-election
08 November 2004
Brown shoe reports increased October sales
ITGLWF lobbies Cambodian Government over foreign companies
Taiwan to reopen market to US beef
Taiwan to reopen market to US beef
UK retail sales up and prices down in October
Industrial strikes in China on the rise
Leather Factory reports 31% rise in Tandy Leather store sales in Q3
05 November 2004
TFL presents new range for Autumn/Winter 2005/2006
Lacrosse reports strong sales
Mixed tidings for adidas-salomon
TFL presents new range for Autumn/Winter 2005/2006
04 November 2004
Pakistan leather products industry rebounds
US Hide, Skin and Leather Association celebrates 25th anniversary
Lectra inaugurates new office in Spain
CLRI develops special footwear for diabetics
Bangladesh and India to establish joint ventures
Weyco brands perform well in Q3
French Court of Appeal rules on shoe that ‘breathes’
Bulgaria doubles farming export
South African clothing industry to target retailers
02 November 2004
Czech meat output down 17.4% in September
Suspicion of 15th case of BSE in Czech Republic
First case of BSE in goat?
‘Meet in Africa’ hailed great success by organisers
RSPCA in Australia investigates death of 70 cattle
01 November 2004
India’s Council for Leather Exports presents future plans
Price of Chinese export shoes set to increase
Fourth China Leather Goods Exhibition to be held in Guangzhou　　
Payless ShoeSource ready to cooperate with Aokang Group
Wilsons Leather CEO to resign
Wilsons Leather CEO to resign
Puma reports strongest quarter in history
Pakistan leather exports increase, manufacturing slips
MD of Trumpler International retires

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