Leather goods manufacturing up in Q2 – Lineapelle

07 Nov '06

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LINEAPELLE S.P.A. elaborated the market trends report on the sectors meeting at the next edition of lineapelle (bologna, 17th –19th October 2006).

A summary follows here below:
Raw Hides and Skins Prices
The rise of bovine raw hides and skins accelerates during the second quarter 2006: particularly for calf skins a slack in slaughterings adds to a sustained demand. The growth in prices appears remarkable in comparison both to the first quarter of the year and to the second quarter 2005.

The growing variety of uses for ovine leather, accompany higher production expectations, putting sheep and goat skin prices on a growing trend.

Upstream Sectors
The tanning sector closes the second quarter with an improved situation compared to the same period last year, particularly for large bovines and calf leather; still some problems are observed for sheep and goat leather.

In comparison with the first quarter of the year, all varieties show a positive trend. Among the main destination markets, growth is recorded for Italy and Far East, but the other UE countries show encouraging signs of recovery.

With regard to the allied sectors, soles and bottoms, accessories are enjoying a favourable period, while synthetics are experiencing a decline in production. Compared to last year, textiles do not report significant changes, while signs of growth are signalled with comparison to the first quarter.

Downstream Sectors
The footwear manufacturers have recorded a positive quarter compared to last years', while the production is stable on the short run. The Italian producers' trend is in line with the international situation, while the other EU manufacturers still face hinders to the growth.

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