Jo Farah on Building a Probiotic-Powered Global Brand By Shoes & Accessories, Jul 2025 From sneaker care to wearable tech, South African entrepreneur Jo Farah is redefining how we think about sustainability, science, and style. As Sneaker LAB steps into India, he talks to Shoes & Accessories about innovation, global expansion, and what’s next in […]
The Journey from School Shoes to Premium Footwear Mastery For over 25 years, HITZ has been a symbol of luxury, style, and affordability in the men’s fashion footwear market. From humble beginnings in 1998, the brand has evolved into a leader in premium fashion footwear. What started as a modest vision to make quality school […]
by Amit Chopra In a major policy announcement US President Donald Trump declared that starting August 1, Indian goods entering the US will face a steep 25% import duty. In addition to this tariff, India will also be penalized for continuing to purchase arms and energy supplies from Russia, a move Trump criticised sharply given […]
The United States and the European Union reached a last-minute trade framework deal just before the August 1st deadline. Under the agreement, the US will impose a 15% tariff on most EU imports, half of the originally threatened 30%. In return, the EU has committed to invest $600 billion in the US economy and spend […]
Expo Riva Schuh unveils its new logo and brand identity reflecting innovation, efficiency and flexibility. Three core pillars: a launchpad for global business, a bridge between international markets and local traits, and a reliable business partner for industry professionals. An evolution in response to the new challenges facing the global footwear industry. Expo Riva Schuh, […]
Date: June 30, 2025 The Agra Footwear Manufacturers & Exporters Chamber (AFMEC) has announced the appointment of Shri Gopal Gupta as its new President—a move expected to invigorate the region’s footwear industry with renewed vision and strategic momentum. A respected figure in Agra’s manufacturing and export circles, Gopal Gupta brings with him decades of experience, having played a pivotal […]
New Delhi | June 25, 2025 — In a landmark move to bolster India’s textile and apparel manufacturing ecosystem, India Exposition Mart Limited (IEML) has entered into a dynamic partnership with Garment Technology Expo Pvt. Ltd. to co-host and scale up India’s leading garment machinery and innovation trade show the Garment Technology Expo (GTE). This collaboration brings together two powerhouses: GTE’s […]
By Amit Chopra | New Delhi | June 20th, 2025 India’s largest trade fair for leather goods and footwear industry is set to return to New Delhi with a larger footprint, a broader global outlook and a new identity. The Council for Leather Exports (CLE) has officially announced the 7th edition of the Bharat Footwear and Leather Expo […]
With 8,000 attendees from over 100 countries, the 103rd edition of Expo Riva Schuh and Gardabags came to a close. Attendance grew from Poland, the UK, Africa and the USA, while numbers from Germany remained steady. The event, which kicked off the Spring/Summer 2026 season, featured the debut of the renewed Gardabags format – a […]
From 14 to 17 June 2025 in Riva del Garda, the market’s recovery will be put to the test. All the regular appointments return, with a focus on consumer trends, retail innovation and the analysis of international markets. A renewed Gardabags will debut, doubling its exhibition space and offering three fairs in one, thanks to […]
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