S&V Footwear & Leather Goods Magazine Vol88 No6 June 2022
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IN THIS ISSUE:
03 Upfront
- Impressive results from Portugal's footwear industry.
- Stats show SA's footwear industry started well last year, then ran out of steam.
05 Productivity
- Employers, unions in talks to 'make SA footwear manufacturing more competitive'.
06 Crime
- Counterfeit Fila product seized in raid.
09 Sector Reports
- Sport: Golf is out of the rough and forecasting very good growth. Comment by Rhys Hughes, former director of the Pro Shop, Jesse Henney, GM of Acushnet SA, Adolf Stoffberg, CEO of Duca del Cosma SA, and Danie Theron, operations manager of The Pro Shop.
- Safety: With increased recycling, Wayne seeks to increase its sustainability credentials.
13 Foot Health
- The near eradication of polio has all but wiped out the need for surgical footwear, writes Gerrit Ferreira of Northcliff Orthopaedic Centre. The focus of orthotists and prosthetists has changed to providing prostheses for amputation victims.
14 Sustainability & Compliance
- Southern African Vinyls Association launches 'green tick' for members who follow its product stewardship guidelines.
- Luxury goods manufacturer Richemont 'reports strong ESG performance' in full year report.
17 The U.S. Market
- NPD: Prioritizing value: 5 tips for overcoming pricing pressures.
- NPD: Women's plus-size spending grew over 3 times faster than the rest of the apparel market in 2021.
- NPD: Socks stayed on as sales knocked us off our feet.
19 Fairs & Events
- A-OSH returned after a 2-year absence. Comment by Vanessa Ronald of BBF Safety Group, Natashia Singh of Palm Footwear, Albie Alberts of Kaliber, and Geraint Beacham of Magnum Boots.
16 Knowledge Transfer, Education & Training
- ARSUTORIA workshops resume.
- Leather: An introduction - The second in a 4-part series by Richard Daniels for people with little or no knowledge about leather.
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In The Next Issue:
- Can local manufacturers get a bigger share of the chain buy?
Out on July 1
Footwear Industry Articles
- Huntsman to launch new footwear soling for running, hiking and safety.The Woodlands, Texas, U.S. – Huntsman’s Polyurethanes business will launch a ‘gripping’ new soling development for the footwear industry at the NW Materials Show at the end of August.The new portfolio of high performing thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) products is aimed at footwear brands producing running, hiking ...moreSkechers-Shein partnership: Dilution or strategic expansion?
Since 2023, Skechers’ decision to sell on Shein has raised eyebrows. Known for its comfortable, casual, and sometimes athletic shoes, Skechers occupies a market space perceived to offer higher quality compared to Shein’s fast-fashion, low-price model. This move has some analysts worried about a potential dilution of Skech ...moreMr Price Sport: ‘Brands small – but important – part of our business’Durban, KZN, SA – Mr Price Sport will continue to look for opportunities to carry branded products, MD Anthony Findlay says.“Brands make up 10% to 15% of our merchandise, which may be small, but it’s an important part of the selection.”Through a collab with the SA distributor of U.S. brand Everlast, which is associ ...more
Leather Industry Articles
- IULTCS announces the appointment of four new Commission Chairs
Each Chairperson was selected due to their dedication, leadership, and vision for the IULTCS organization, these attributes stood out during the election process, and the officers are confident that each one will excel in their new role.As Commission Chairs, they will play a crucial part in shaping the future initiatives, fostering collab ...moreLeather in an evolving automotive market…
Much has been written about the changes that our industry is dealing with, as it undergoes significant transformation to adapt to an evolving market shaped by consumer demand, technological innovation, environmental concerns, and regulation. ...moreSurge in exports to Brazil and Argentina in 2023 : Is South America a new Eldorado for SA’s automotive leather industry?
Note: S&V African Leather asked both Bader SA and Pangea SA, SA’s – and Africa’s – surviving specialist automotive leather tanneries, to comment for this article. At the deadline, neither had responded. ...more
PPE Industry Articles
- Transitioning to climate-friendly construction: Bio-concrete and biogenic construction materials with cyanobacteria
Dresden, Germany (01 July 2024) – Fraunhofer researchers have developed a method of creating biogenic construction materials based on cyanobacteria. The bacteria multiply in a nutrient solution, driven by photosynthesis. When aggregates and fillers such as sand, basalt, or renewable raw materials are added, rock-like solid structure ...morePromoting health and safety on construction sites: a vital commitmentCape Town, W. Cape, SA (24 June 2024) – In the wake of a recent construction site tragedy in George where a building collapse resulted in injuries and loss of life, the imperative of prioritising health and safety protocols on construction sites has come sharply into focus. Such incidents underscore the paramount importance of adher ...moreAfreximbank and Africa CDC join hands to strengthen health systems in AfricaCairo, Egypt (19 June 2024) – On 04 June, African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) entered into a cooperation agreement with the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) to leverage their strengths in boosting health systems across Africa and improving the livelihoods of African citizens. This milestone agreeme ...more
