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Bangladesh Leather Sector Struggles Without Proper Infra and Certifications Says Syed Nasim Manzur | Piyush Goyal Meets Leather and Footwear Leaders & more
Arshad Leathernews.org
June 01, 2025
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LEATHER INDUSTRY NEWS
India’s leather exporters get a boost as the government removes port restrictions and CLRI testing requirements for Finished, Wet Blue, EI Tanned, and Crust Leather exports, aligning with Budget 2025 policy measures to enhance global competitiveness.
Bangladesh produces 350 million sq ft of leather yearly, but only 20-25% is locally processed. Challenges like non-functional treatment plants and lack of global certifications hinder growth and premium market access, despite recent chemical duty cuts.
“The Central Effluent Treatment Plant (CETP) at Savar is still non-functional, and we do not have critical global certifications like Leather Working Group (LWG) approval. Without these, we cannot enter premium international markets”
Mindhive Global secured two wins at the 2025 NZ Hi-Tech Awards, including Most Innovative Agritech Solution, for its leather grading tech.
The government is planning to cut customs duties on seven tanning chemicals to help struggling tanneries, addressing industry concerns about high taxes and unfair competition that have left many at a disadvantage.
Union Minister Piyush Goyal has urged the footwear and leather industry to adopt global standards and innovation. The sector’s exports increased by 25% to $5.7 billion, with expectations to cross $6.5 billion this year.
“Special emphasis was laid on upgrading testing infrastructure, promoting innovation and aligning with international benchmarks to make India a quality-conscious and globally trusted manufacturing hub.”
For the first time in 35 years, Bangladesh has temporarily lifted its ban on raw and wet blue leather exports, aiming to stabilize prices and revive demand in key markets like China, Italy, and South Korea.
The Bangladesh government has raised rawhide & skin prices by Tk 5-7 per square foot, set new minimums, and introduced export rule relaxations to boost local hide trade and prevent wastage during the Eid season.
FOOTWEAR INDUSTRY NEWS
Italian shoemaker Moreschi gets a lifeline as Superglamourous and Imerman Family Office take over, aiming to revive the iconic brand with a blend of traditional craftsmanship and modern digital strategies.
LEATHER GOODS INDUSTRY NEWS
Bottega Veneta marks 50 years of its iconic Intrecciato weave with “Craft is our Language,” a global campaign blending artisans, artists, and shared gestures to celebrate craftsmanship, creativity, and connection.
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