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October 2026

30 October 2026
FR Handbags hold up best in French leathergoods exports Free Content
US Actual Slaughter Under Federal Inspection - 17.10.26
US Revenues down at Capri Holdings
TH Tennis-inspired outfit wins Real Leather design competition
29 October 2026
GB Grace Wales Bonner blouson among adidas Originals highlights Free Content
DE Footwear is still top for adidas, but apparel is growing fast
GB Weight-loss drugs boost demand for leathergoods repairs
AU Australia’s Red Meat Advisory Council names chairman
28 October 2026
IT Yacht group to expand, in more ways than one Free Content
US Timberland helps boost VF Corporation’s H1 results
EU EU bio-based alliance brings leather recognition into focus
LU Gucci defeats Agfa in leather printing patent dispute
27 October 2026
BR Market Intelligence: Brazil builds on its place in the world Free Content
IT New funding for SMEs
GB Leather Working Group names new CEO
BW Botswana’s cattle companies encouraged to seek value beyond beef
26 October 2026
BR CICB publishes new study of Brazilian leather industry
GB Prada wants Church’s to be ‘even more English’
MO ISA reports growth in regenerative hide sourcing
GB New collection from British Pasture Leather Free Content
23 October 2026
CN Primeasia China holds fourth summer camp for employees’ children
US Actual Slaughter Under Federal Inspection - 10.10.26
IT Growth and a new leathergoods hub for Prada
DK Ecco CEO resigns Free Content
22 October 2026
BE Global Leather Alliance shares details of next steps
FR Kering focuses on Gucci’s recovery in a flat third quarter
FR Artisanal model remains ‘strong and relevant’, Hermès says Free Content
BE IULTCS opens applications for 2027 Young Leather Scientist Grants
21 October 2026
TR Manifesto signatories up to 20
IT Preparations in place for early St Crispin’s Day celebrations Free Content
US Skechers reports responsible leather sourcing progress
US Lear names new CFO
20 October 2026
PK New leadership for Pakistan’s footwear industry
IT European and US sales counter declines in China for Ferragamo Free Content
FR Paris and Milan disturbances affect luxury retailers
GB SLTC seeks volunteers for journal editorial committee
19 October 2026
GB Two artisans benefit from Leathersellers’ multi-year support
CN CTC marks 30 years in China
GB Positive trading update from Mulberry
DE TFL releases Spring-Summer 2028 colour trends
16 October 2026
CN Chinese premium carmakers specify leather in Paris show models
ES Special leatherwork techniques to go on display at Loewe
US Actual Slaughter Under Federal Inspection - 03.10.26
NL Bata to open global design centre in Amsterdam Free Content
15 October 2026
AM CITES repeats sustainability message ahead of Yerevan meeting
HK Stella says new factories will boost production by 50%
IT New CEO to lead next phase of growth at SICIT Free Content
CA Canada Goose introduces leather
14 October 2026
SZ Eswatini targets leather supply challenges
AU China and Australia to explore meat industry opportunities
SE Polestar design chief questions sustainability of vegan upholstery Free Content
MX Anpic adds dedicated Western pavilion
13 October 2026
TR Leather industry renews manifesto ahead of COP 31 Free Content
GB Oscar-winner is new Bentley global ambassador
BE IULTCS launches environmental impact publication series
BE Car manufacturers welcome EU-China interim deal
12 October 2026
FR ‘Buoyant’ US market offset by weaker demand in China for LVMH
EU CEC raises concerns over fast-fashion shoes
KR Uni-chem signs agreement to acquire flexible electronics company
IT Porsche to feel the pain before it can pull into the fast lane Free Content
09 October 2026
BE Belgian designer to leave Saint Laurent creative director role after ten years Free Content
GB Surplus Leather Project continues to support design students
GB Radley expands licensing arrangements following acquisition
US Actual Slaughter Under Federal Inspection - 26.09.26
08 October 2026
CN Chinese group completes its bid to become Puma’s biggest shareholder
FR Industry provides materials for new leather course for French schools
GB Scottish Leather Group linked to Jeremy Clarkson’s new car project
FR Alternative materials at Kering: lots of talk, few products Free Content
07 October 2026
TW Taiwan hailed as ‘a star performer’ for US beef
JP Sharkskin project makes awards shortlist
CH AQC to share findings from leather testing study
DE Schill and Seilacher appoints new CEO Free Content
06 October 2026
IT Chance for Vicenza students to meet leading leather manufacturer
GB Craftsmanship counts at Bentley Free Content
FR Leathergoods growth boosted by Victoria Beckham Sloane
GB ‘Refined’ leather jacket stands out for Beckham
05 October 2026
GB UK leather hub crowdfunding passes 10%
GB Formal launch of new luxury division at Frasers Group
IT Leathergoods executive to lead Pucci
FR LVMH workshops to open their doors to the public Free Content
02 October 2026
IT AICC prepares for 2026 national congress
US PrimeAsia links supply-chain data to security of supply Free Content
US Actual Slaughter Under Federal Inspection - 19.09.26
PK Pakistan: new chairman elected for central region
01 October 2026
NL Long John steps out in style for 15th anniversary
ZA Leading ostrich leather figure is a victim of fatal flood
IT First year of new Kering academy under way Free Content
EU IULTCS: soluble chromium not risk predictor

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