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Maybe it was because the prevailing view of the global economy has been so uniformly bleak that any news that wasn’t awful looked good. Then again, maybe the industry is proving more buoyant than many expected. Whatever ….. Click here for complete article |
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Upbeat performance at APLF-MM&T dispels pre-fair pessimism and apprehension
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Aisles were buzzing, queues forming at the registration decks and it was “business as usual” at the APLF-MM&T materials and leather fair.
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APLF energizes Fashion Access and APLF-MM&T fairs with innovation, newness and fashion
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The APLF Fashion Access and APLF-MM&T fairs ended April 2nd in Hong Kong with encouraging numbers, while innovation, newness and a strong fashion focus fostered an energetic mood. | Click here for complete article |
Prime Source Forum 2009 Overview: Partnerships, speed and efficiency reigns despite downturn
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The economic downturn dominated the proceeding at the annual Prime Source Form on the global apparel industry. This new reality has obliged major players to improve supply chain management by emphasizing partnerships, speed-to-market, transparency and efficiency. | Click here for complete article |
The Hide Market Crash and its Influence on the Future of the Leather Industry
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On the final day of the 2009 APLF fair an important round table discussion was held entitled, “The hide market crash and its influence on the future of the leather industry”. | Click here for complete article |
fMM&T - The Right Fair, in the Right Place, at the Right Time.
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Come and see for yourself: The launch of a new leather and footwear sector Fair in India - fMM&T. | Click here for complete article |
Confidence breeds confidence
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There is a growing sense of optimism that the popular All China Leather Exhibition will offer a boost of confidence similar to that generated by the recent APLF exhibition in Hong Kong.
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