Sustainability as a strategic value for fashion
If you are looking for the latest sustainability projects at the level of finished products as well as materials, this is the right place to find a wide roundup of initiatives, starting with the report of the Green Zone organized by MICAM during the last edition of the fair. But also the perfect place to find out what are the important issues to keep in mind when talking about sustainability today. We highlight three in particular: traceability, production chains, circularity.
Sustainable transition in the fashion industry is a strategic issue
Last October, the Italian fashion industry gathered at the Venice Sustainable Fashion Forum 2022, the first international summit entirely dedicated to advancing sustainability in the industry.
ReadIndustrie Chimiche Forestali: new 'green' refrigeration plant
The company inaugurated an innovative Plate Chiller plant, a state-of-the-art chiller to support production optimisation and reduce environmental impact at the Marcallo con Casone plant.
ReadNew developments for knit technology with SneaKnit
The start-up, founded in late 2019 with a mission to combine sustainability and innovation, presents the footwear market with an innovative product that takes full advantage of the potential of knit technology.
ReadAre we ready for the circular economy?
by Aurora Magni, Blumine srl - School of Engineering LIUC Cattaneo University
ReadFashion brands agree, Ecotan is the solution of the future for sustainable leathers
During the second Ecotan Openhouse, held last December 6 at Hashtag Florence’s choreographic showroom in Santa Croce sull’Arno (Italy), prestigious fashion brands attended to learn more about and appreciate the innovative sustainable tanning system.
ReadAt the discovery of MICAM Sustainability Lab
An overview of the projects that have once again animated the sustainable area of Micam, underlining the Show’s commitment to raising the awareness of the footwear industry and consumers on the crucial issue of protecting man and the planet.
ReadSimac Tanning Tech puts circular economy at center stage
Presented at the fair some concrete projects to show that the industry can work together and achieve the sustainable innovation that the whole world is asking for. Italian know-how put into a system could, in this way, revitalize its success.
ReadBartoli will invest in sustainability again in 2023
Three million euros for new sustainable projects and the launch of two new certified product lines: the KRAFTON® Pro and DURALITE® Natural HD.
ReadHashtag Florence, sustainable and quality suede crusts
With Lucio Verbeni we find out about the green initiatives of the Tuscan tannery, the market situation, and proposals for the future.
ReadPolartec Power Shield: new bio-based membrane
The Milliken™ & Company brand announces the launch of innovative technology that sets a new standard for sustainable protection from the elements.
ReadGruppo Mastrotto presents Reviva, 'The new life of leather
A product resulting from the reuse of processing waste, with a high degree of customisation and ideal for the leather goods and footwear sectors.
ReadACBC: "UN Global Compact" and ISO certifications
The Italian company, an expert in the design and production of sustainable trainers, reaches two important milestones in the field of sustainability: joins the "UN Global Compact" and becomes the second in Italy to be awarded two ISO certifications.
ReadPiquadro becomes Carbon Neutral
The Italian brand of tech-design products for work, travel and leisure focuses on reforestation and photovoltaics to offset and reduce the Group's footprint.
ReadRe-shoes gives new life to used shoes
SCARPA proposes itself as the leader of an international consortium to develop a project financed by the European Union: a new model of high quality shoe, realised through the recycling of footwear that has reached the end of its life cycle.
ReadECOALF X MICHELIN X CORDURA®: resistance, performance, sustainability
These are the three ingredients that characterise the new Ecoalf models, made of durable Cordura® recycled polyester fabric and with Michelin soles made from the waste rubber of the main production.
ReadVibram Furoshiki The Wrapping Sole Eco Free Collection
The sensation of wrapping and protection typical of Japanese art Furoshiki characterises the iconic model created by Vibram, which launches a new eco-friendly version with Vibram Ecostep Natural compound sole.
ReadEcomondo: circularity next destination for the fashion industry
Fashion giants such as Armani, OTB and LVMH Group, Italian and international associations, institutions and players in the textile supply chain met at the International Green Economy Fair in Rimini to take stock of sustainability strategies.
ReadPanama Trimmings opens up to sportswear with the 'PU green' Viridis
The Padua-based company specialising in the production of labels and tags for clothing is extending its range of action by introducing a series of new proposals designed for the sportswear universe with the innovative material Viridis, a polyurethane of vegetable origin.
ReadAmericana De Curtidos' commitment to safeguarding the planet
Founded in 1951 as a family business, the Colombian tannery has been able to grow over time and establish itself on an international level, constantly committing itself, even with substantial investments, to sustainable development.
ReadUPPa: twice upon a time
The new footwear and clothing brand born from the creativity of Diletta Spreafico, who proposes a more critical and responsible approach to fashion and offers her creations a second life.
ReadLamebo, splitting bandknives also make innovation
European steels, customization, fast delivery and continuous research, these are some characteristics of industrial splitting bandknives completely Made in Italy.
ReadDiscover more contents in the latest issue of Arsutoria Magazine
Arsutoria #475
Inside Arsutoria Magazine you will find the latest industry news, photo galleries with shoe, bag and material trends, and interviews with professionals and experts in the world of footwear and leather goods.
