Danish tanner and footwear manufacturer Ecco has appointed a new CEO as Panos Mytaros appears to have left the business.

Tanning group Sadesa has announced the opening of a new tannery in Saigon, Vietnam, for athletic footwear upper leather.

The Leather and Hide Council of America (LHCA) has pledged its support for the Congressional Slow Fashion Caucus.

Bologna-based leather accessories maker Vivolo has announced an expansion to its footwear and leather goods production.