Italian shoemakers start using the VCS self-assessment ESG program
VCS (Verified & Certified Steps), a software package allowing the self-assessment of environmental, social and governance (ESG) performances launched by Assocalzaturifici, the Italian footwear association, is currently being tested by three Italian shoemakers.
Secondhand online marketplaces on the rise
Cross-border marketplaces are developing fast, and the C2C trend is one of the drivers.
EU expects to strike a trade deal with Indonesia in 2024
The European Union expects to be able to reach a free trade agreement with Indonesia within two years, despite a trade dispute regarding palm oil and nickel, according the European Commission’s Executive Vice President and Commissioner for Trade, Valdis Dombrovskis.
Saye sees 2022 sales reaching €8m on new model launches
Saye, a fast-growing Barcelona-based company specialized in sustainable footwear, posted sales of €5 million in 2021, up by 80 percent year-over-year, and expects the top line to reach more than €8 million this year. Growth will be supported by the launch of four new models in the coming months compared ...
Pikolinos aims to be a leader in sustainability
Pikolinos decided in January to adopt a new corporate structure giving to the three children of the founder Juan Perán Ramos full control of the Spanish footwear company, which is expected to end the fiscal year finishing in April 2022 with revenues of around €100 million. Under the new organization, ...
VF Foundation releases latest social impact report
In its second impact report, the VF Foundation, the philanthropic arm of VF Corp., reveals details of its humanitarian and community engagement, reaching out to more than three million people in 73 countries during the period between March 29, 2020, to April 3, 2021.
Caleres expects to meet many ESG commitments ahead of 2025 schedule
Caleres has published its 2021 environmental, social, governance (ESG) report indicating the progess made last year and in early 2022 against its 2025 targets. The U.S. footwear company pointed out that it is on track to meet many of its commitments ahead of schedule.
Emerging designer: Gabriela Machado, from tax specialist to designing sustainable shoes
Gabriela Machado, a former tax specialist and the creator of Momoc shoes, launched a collection of sustainable and elegant office shoes for women after a sabbatical leave and a resourcing trip to the antipodes. Her endeavor resulted in her exhibiting on the Emerging Designers stand, at the Milan-based Micam footwear ...
War in Ukraine threatens German eco-friendly manufacturing
The war in Ukraine will have a significant impact on environmentally-friendly footwear manufacturing as it disrupts supply chains and forces factories across the country to shut down, according to the German shoe industry’s sustainability initiative, Cads.
Merrell unveils a multi-year sustainability initiative
Merrell has unveiled “This Is Home,” a multi-year sustainability initiative designed to inspire consumers to protect nature. The campaign focuses on digital, social and connected TV and showcases Merrell footwear and apparel made from more sustainable materials. It aims to inspire people to go outside with as little impact on ...
