The Riva del Garda event concludes with 9,000 attendees, consistent with January 2024 figures, from approximately 100 countries. Exhibitor satisfaction exceeded expectations, with 1,100 participants from 36 countries reporting excellent outcomes, while the 19 business-oriented events enjoyed a large turnout. A bright future is anticipated for the event, marked by the announcement of a new […]
26 dec 2024: IFCOMA hosted ShoeTech 2024 in mumbai, an exhibition that spotlighted India’s ambitious plans to elevate its footwear industry to global prominence. Industry leaders and manufacturers gathered to discuss strategies that align with the country’s goal of achieving a 26 billion USD turnover by 2030. The event offered insights into innovation, quality enhancement, […]
17th December 2024 Aldi has announced plans to inject £650 million into its UK store network next year, aiming to bolster its presence across towns and cities nationwide. The German discount retailer outlined plans to open around 30 new stores in 2025, including sites in Fulham Broadway (London), Billericay (Essex), and Cheadle (Stoke-on-Trent). This initiative […]
11–14 JANUARY 2025 – THE RIVA DEL GARDA EXHIBITION KICKS OFF THE AUTUMN-WINTER 2025/26 SEASON 20th Dec, 2024: Over 1,000 exhibitors, including companies and brands, 8,358 retail outlets represented by visiting buyers invited by the fair, and more than 100 participating countries. Expo Riva Schuh & Gardabags reaffirms its status as the perfect antidote to […]
December 16, 2024: In a significant boost to Tamil Nadu’s industrial ecosystem, Taiwan’s Hong Fu Industrial Group, the world’s second-largest manufacturer of non-leather athletic footwear, officially marked its entry into India by laying the foundation stone for a ₹1,500-crore ( USD180 million approx.) footwear manufacturing facility at the SIPCOT Industrial Park in Panapakkam, Ranipet district. The […]
Swadeshi Trade Fair offers Indian manufacturers a unique platform to directly connect with European consumers, maximize profits, and establish their brand identity on the global stage Lisbon – In a groundbreaking initiative to connect Indian manufacturers with the booming European market, the Swadeshi Trade Fair is set to redefine the global perception of Indian craftsmanship. This innovative […]
By Arvind Bajaj The debate between leather soles and rubber soles has been around for years, especially when looking at comfort, durability, and style. Let’s break down the key differences, clear up some common myths, and highlight the pros and cons of each to help you decide. Comfort Leather Soles: ProsLeather soles may seem stiff […]
The 14th edition of ‘Shoetech Kanpur 2024,’ organized by the Indian Footwear Component Manufacturers Association (IFCOMA), opened to an enthusiastic response yesterday at the Multipurpose Hall of the KLC Complex on the Kanpur-Lucknow Highway, Banthar, Unnao. The two-day exhibition, which runs from October 16 to 17, attracted significant attention from both exhibitors and visitors, with […]
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