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July 1, 2025 |
Bringing you the top stories and opinion from the leading source for global leather industry news. |
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Schafstall founder passes away at 94July 1, 2025 Hans Schafstall, founder of contract tanning group Schafstall Holding, passed away on June 5 at the age of 94. |
Vietnamese footwear eyes domestic growthJune 26, 2025At a recent conference, senior industry figures highlighted Vietnam’s growing strength in the global footwear sector. |
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EU Commission confirms it has not withdrawn Green Claims DirectiveJuly 1, 2025 The European Commission has clarified that it has not withdrawn the Green Claims Directive, following widespread confusion sparked by a statement last week that suggested the proposal might be pulled ahead of final negotiations. |
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Spanish footwear exports show signs of slowdown in AprilJune 30, 2025 Spanish footwear exports have experienced a noticeable slowdown in recent months, with growth levelling off and volumes declining, particularly in April 2025. |
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Strategic overhaul for Clarks after significant 2024 lossJune 30, 2025 C&J Clark Limited, the parent company of footwear brand Clarks, has reported a statutory turnover of £901.3 million (US$1.23 billion) for 2024, and announced a “strategic overhaul”. |
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Bridge of Weir supplies leather for bespoke Callum MiniJune 30, 2025 Scotland-based leather maker Bridge of Weir has supplied its leather for the first exclusive Wood and Pickett Mini by Callum, recently delivered to model and car enthusiast David Gandy. |
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Mulberry to raise £20 million amid falling salesJuly 1, 2025 Luxury leather goods brand Mulberry has announced plans to raise £20 million (US$27.52 million) to support a major turnaround strategy, following a sharp drop in full-year sales and continued financial pressure. |
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Nike reports decline in sales and profit for fiscal 2025June 30, 2025 Nike has reported a significant decline in both sales and profit for the fourth quarter and full fiscal year ending May 31, 2025. |
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