Overview

Aims, Objectives, and Activities of the Union Maintains regular contact with professional leather societies around the world, and facilitates cooperation between leather organizations. Holds Congresses and conferences that support professional presentation of research and interchange of knowledge on leather. Operates various commissions that develop standard test methods specific for leather. Promotes the correct use of test methods and supports international adoption of the standard methods. Operates Internat Operates International commissions that study common and special problems relating to environmentally sound leather manufacture. Facilitates International communication on resources and topics for research and training that are important for the industry’s future. Offers a politically neutral platform for interested parties to participate in positive communication on issues and towards developing a constructive market strategy for the industry.