S&V Footwear & Leather Goods Magazine Vol82 No4 April 2019
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IN THIS ISSUE:
Business Barometer
- Selvan Naicker, Ethekwini Leather & Wholesale: Leather crafting a growing market.
- Selvie Moodley, Chronicle Footwear: After a dark period, rays of sunshine.
- Charles Dell, Charles Dell Design & Marketing: New developments to offset higher material costs.
- Paul Hancock, Intobrands: In times of trouble - double your stock holding.
- Peter Bassingthwaighte, Bass Marketing: Balancing price, quality and service.
- Anonymous chain buyer: The chains aren't immune.
- Voden Wearne, Oden: New ideas for local manufacturing.
Training: Arsutoria Trend Courses
- SAFLIA to be asked to make it a twice-yearly seasonal event.
- DTI's Jaywant Irkhede: 'It's vital we make what our retailers want.'
Opinion
- Sneakernomics: NPD reports on trends in the U.S.
Technology
- BBF Safety becomes one of a handful of manufacturers globally able to make dual compound rubber-soled safety footwear.
Trade
- Ethiopian footwear, leather goods exports to the U.S. worth over US$41 m last year.
- Kenya yet to impose gazetted 35% duty on footwear imports.
- African Continental Free Trade Agreement reaches minimum threshold to enter into force.
The Story Behind The Brand
- The first in a new series: Froggie at 40.
Doing things differently
- A new series. In this second article, the SAB Foundation describes the great strides made by wheelchair accessories developer Smergos.
Notice Board
- Obituary: John Drier, United-Fram Footwear.
- Obituary: Theo Heffer, Association of SA Manufacturers of Luggage, Handbags & General Goods.
Advertisers in this Issue
Creative Leathergoods Manufacturers (6), Katz Footwear/Willow men's (5), Kaytex Belts (12), ProLamm (14), Sole Agents/Rossimoda (OFC, 3), Strassberger's (10).
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Footwear Industry Articles
- Back to Amazon, up with prices — is Nike’s comeback plan enough?
Nike has now reported its fourth straight quarter of declining year-over-year sales. To stop the slide, it’s making two major moves — selling directly on Amazon again and raising prices on select products. These strategies may offer a short-term lift, but deeper challenges remain.Returning to Amazon connects Nike to over 230 m ...moreThat bag goes on auction
The original Hermès Birkin bag – more about capacity than style.The original Hermès Birkin bag, which acted as the blueprint for what would become one of the most desirable celebrity status symbols in the world, will be auctioned by Sotherby’s in Paris on 10 July.According to CNN, in 1984 actress and singer ...moreRunning remains a difficult market for brands to break into
Johannesburg, Gauteng, SA – The count is probably an accurate reflection of the intentions of the entrants when entries closed on 17 December 24, but it also throws up an oddity: Specialist running shoe retailers I have spoken to will tell you that Asics is the number 1 running brand, but Adidas is definitely not number 2 in their s ...more
Leather Industry Articles
- Ostrich industry: ‘No special concern over AI at the moment’Oudtshoorn, W. Cape, SA – Avian Influenza (AI) outbreaks are and will remain a factor for the SA ostrich industry, but there is not currently an upswing in infections, SA Ostrich Business Chamber (SAOBC) CEO Piet Kleyn said this month.“The source of AI is wild birds, and there’s nothing we can do about that. There isn&rs ...moreCan incoming legislation bring opportunities for Africa?
As global markets adopt stricter environmental, human rights and ethical regulations—particularly in the European Union—the African leather industry faces a pivotal moment. While new legislation around sustainability, traceability, and labour rights introduces compliance challenges, it also opens doors for African producers to access higher-value international markets. ...moreACLE, new Moda China, UITIC – Shanghai gearing up for major event
‘China taking advantage of rock bottom hide prices’rnDuties on U.S. hides – opportunities for other countries? ...more
PPE Industry Articles
- Lengthy detentions: That’s just the way it is, says NCCS&V Protect asked the National Consumer Commission to comment on Treadsafe’s experience, and also whether other containers have been detained. Jabu Mbeje, Divisional Head: Enforcement & Legal Services, at the NCC, sent this response: ...moreThe recipe for success and safety - the strategic value of ISO 22000 certification in the food industry
Durban, KZN, SA (08 January 2025) – In today's increasingly globalised food industry, consumer trust and product safety is everything, but businesses must go beyond mere compliance and strive for excellence to thrive in this competitive context. ISO 22000 certification offers a strategic solution to achieve these goals, providing th ...moreA guide for SA employers in understanding the COIDA Act and Reintegration Policy
Cape Town, W. Cape, SA (24 February 2025) – South African employers are grappling with significant new responsibilities introduced by the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act (COIDA) and the draft Rehabilitation, Reintegration, and Return to Work Regulations. Published on 15 June 2023, these regulations are poised ...more
