German leathermakers elect new officers
11/05/2004
The German Leather Federation (Verband der Deutschen Lederindustrie e.V [VDL]) has elected Mr Thomas Strebost as its new president. Replacing Mr Maximilian Räuchle, Mr Strebost is the fourth generation family owner of the automotive and furniture leather producer, Heller-Leder, of Hehlen near Hanover. He will serve for three years in the post.