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Japan Leather Industry Association Introduces 2 Certifications to Simplify Sourcing | What’s Happening Inside Gucci’s Leather Research Lab in Italy | Leather Leaders Project Brings Data Driven Shift to Global Leather Industry at APLF 2026 | CLE elects new regional chairmen for West and Central Region & more...
Arshad Leathernews.org
March 22, 2026
WEEKLY ROUNDUP
Your quick 5 minute brief on this week’s global leather & allied industry news
Good morning & welcome to another edition of Weekly Roundup by Leathernews.org
Every Sunday at 11 am, we bring you the entire week’s news, insights, updates, market research, analysis, expert opinions, facts & figures from the global leather & allied industries in a simplified & easy to read format, saving you time while keeping you well informed & updated in under 5 minutes.
APLF 2026, one of the world’s major leather and fashion materials trade fairs, concluded on March 14 at the Hong Kong after 3 days of business meetings, conferences & networking among global industry participants.
Japan’s leather industry association (JLIA) has introduced 2 certification programs at APLF 2026 to help brands and suppliers across the world make responsible sourcing decisions with greater confidence and transparency.
“These certifications translate sustainability policy into day-to-day sourcing decisions for leather sourcing — company systems and material safety verified independently — so brands can make sourcing decisions with greater clarity and confidence.”
13 Italian tanneries under the Leather Leaders project drew a full house at APLF 2026 where they showcased a new science backed and collaborative approach to improve transparency and sustainability in the leather industry and also how structured innovation and better data can reshape supply chains.
World Leather Day 2026 will be celebrated on 29 April 2026, bringing together global leather industry stakeholders to promote the value of leather says Leather Naturally. This year’s central message, “Make It Leather,” (#MakeItLeather) pushes for action instead of just awareness.
Gucci, part of the Kering group, is focusing on the leather industry through this new lab in San Miniato, Tuscany. The centre works on both improving traditional leather processes and developing alternative materials.
Vikas Mahtani has been re-elected as the Regional Chairman for the West zone of the Council for Leather Exports (CLE) following the successful conclusion of its 2026 – 2028 elections.
Yadavendra Singh Sachan has been elected as the Regional Chairman of the Central Regional Committee of the Council for Leather Exports (CLE) in Kanpur.
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Arshad is the Founder & Editor of Leathernews.org, a global news platform covering the leather, footwear & allied industries. He is an engineer specialising in leather technology with over 9 years of experience across the global leather & allied industries & content creation. He closely tracks trade policy, exports, global sourcing trends & industry developments, with a focus on making complex topics simple, clear & easy to understand for industry professionals.
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