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In the first half of 2026, turnover fell by 2.5 per cent and production by 4.6 per cent. Europe holds steady, whilst the Middle East slumps. 1,884 jobs were lost in six months – more than in the whole of 2025.
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In the first half of 2026, the German footwear and leather goods industry remained stable, albeit at low levels. Amid price rises linked to the war with Iran and new European waste regulations, Italy saw a decline in volumes but maintained its value.
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In 2025, global production remains at 24.6 billion pairs (+0.1 per cent), whilst the value of exports rises by 1.6 per cent to 172 billion dollars. Asia produces 88.7 per cent of shoes, whilst China’s share of exports falls to 61.2 per cent.
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A Conference and the Signing of a “Memorandum of Understanding” to strengthen collaboration between Italy and Egypt in the leather industry
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From 13 to 15 September 2026, in Hall 5 at Fiera Milano Rho, the M&M – The Factory & Academy Hub builds a luggage tag, a sneaker and a bag live. Almost 30 material and technology companies involved, and an educational programme developed by Arsutoria.
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At the helm of Riva del Garda Fierecongressi since 2007, he propelled the fairs beyond national borders. A tribute to a leader who foresaw the future by looking back.
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The Spanish Association of Footwear Component Manufacturers is launching a free specialist training programme to accelerate digitalisation, automation and business innovation within the sector.
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A year of collaborative work has resulted in version 1.0 of the Guidelines, which support more responsible, transparent and integrated supply chains.
Keep reading...The global footwear industry is set to gather in Indonesia for the leading international forum dedicated to innovation and technology in the sector, scheduled for 2–4 August 2027.
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The Assomac Assembly forecasts a 11 per cent decline by 2025 and a global market share falling from 42 per cent to 27 per cent over twenty years. But beneath the declining figures lies a structure that remains solid: the game is being played out along the supply chain.
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