The leather industry updates its Manifesto ahead of COP31
The document calls on global policymakers to recognize leather’s contribution to the circular economy
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The Italian Association of leather chemicals producers joins the Confederation of European Tanners
September 2026
On September 16, Unpac, the national association representing the leading chemical manufacturers of leather auxiliaries, formally joined Cotance as a stakeholder with the aim of strengthening collaboration throughout the supply chain.
Cotance is the European federation that brings together tanning industry associations across Europe; among them is the Italian association Unic, with which Unpac already collaborates on national and international regulatory committees.
“Unpac’s entry into Cotance represents an important step toward fostering ever-closer collaboration between the chemical and tanning industries, with the shared goal of jointly addressing the regulatory, technological, and sustainability challenges facing the sector,” explains Pierluigi Braggion, president of Unpac.
The document calls on global policymakers to recognize leather’s contribution to the circular economy
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Three funding categories are available to support young researchers working on innovation, sustainability, and the digitalization of the leather supply chain. Applications must be submitted by November 30, 2026
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