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August 2026

21 August 2026
HK Three new factories to come on stream for Stella before year-end
FR France fines Boohoo over leather-related product claims Free Content
US Actual Slaughter Under Federal Inspection - 08.08.26
IT Solofra wastewater plant set for overhaul
20 August 2026
CN Raw hides and skins imports on the up in China
FR New study will reveal current consumer attitudes to leather Free Content
EU ECHA opens consultation on TCMTB alternatives
AU Positive messaging around protein is boosting beef market
19 August 2026
BD Some growth for Bangladesh as new fiscal year begins
FR Artisan network includes leather manufacturers, JM Weston says Free Content
IT Natuzzi continues cost-cutting measures
US Cargill resumes beef production in Colorado
18 August 2026
CN H1 China leather-sector exports down, imports up
DK Definitive Dongen closure puts Hot-Shop events in doubt
ET Le Marche delegation aims to support Ethiopia’s leather sector
BR JBS names new global CEO Free Content
17 August 2026
DE Professor Dr Günter Reich dies aged 98 Free Content
VN Shoes & Leather Vietnam reports strong turnout
US Tyson Foods to close three beef facilities
US US shoe companies foot $5bn tariff bill
14 August 2026
GB Only 150 of Aston Martin’s new model will be made
DE B2C drives growth for Birkenstock
GB Harvey Nichols stores under review after Frasers acquisition Free Content
US Actual Slaughter Under Federal Inspection - 01.08.26
13 August 2026
US A year of strong growth for Tapestry Free Content
BR Leather export values are down but weight is up for Brazil
AE Start-up aims to make on-site water treatment more accessible
GB Responsible deer management needed, says Billy Tannery
12 August 2026
US Tandy Leather turns a corner
EU New EU measures on packaging apply from August 12
NZ NZ farmers support renewable energy but have some concerns
US Special California event will become a fixture for Bentley Free Content
11 August 2026
IT Lineapelle confirms 1,000 exhibitors are ready for September
BR Brazilian footwear companies make ESG progress
PK Transport strike causes concern to Pakistan leather sector
TH Songmont reunites Thai trio for Mother’s Day campaign Free Content
10 August 2026
CL Italy appeals to start-up leathergoods brand Free Content
CN Researchers in China urged to play a bigger role in global industry
DE Boardroom change for Birkenstock as Arnault bows out
ID JBS and Indonesia’s wealth fund team up for protein investments
07 August 2026
CN China still the sticking point for US beef exports in H1
BR Protein’s popularity can be a plus for leather, CICB chair says Free Content
EG Egyptian delegation to visit Italy
US Actual Slaughter Under Federal Inspection - 25.07.26
06 August 2026
DE Shift to electric cars makes its mark in Germany
GB Le Marche brands to showcase their craftsmanship at Birmingham event Free Content
IT North American demand boosts Ferragamo
ID Indonesian institutions advance sustainable leather education
05 August 2026
US Growth for Jimmy Choo helps Capri Free Content
TW Taiwan renovation project complete for Hermès
US Lear reports growth in automotive seating business
FR Groupe Lécuyer acquires Moreau Paris
04 August 2026
CO A strong showing for leather and shoe companies at Colombiatex
US Bison boost as EU market opens up
PE Peru possibilities for Brazilian suppliers
US PrimeAsia invests in grazing management initiative Free Content
03 August 2026
US Cattle prices weigh on Tyson’s results
US Right foot forward for Steve Madden
DE Memorial book honours Tom Schneider's legacy
MX LHCA explores better connections to Mexico

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