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2026-02-25 14:09:18

EU partners to develop recyclable leather alternatives

European Union along with the the German Institutes of Textile and Fiber Research (DITF), has launched a new project, Fabulose, to develop high-performance, bio-based, and recyclable leather-like

2024-04-09 17:15:54

Researchers engineer bacteria to produce self-dyeing leather alternatives

Scientists at Imperial College London have utilized genetic engineering to develop bacteria capable of producing leather alternatives that dye themselves, all without animal products or plastic.

2021-08-20 07:20:12

News study shows 90% of Chinese consumers prefer leather alternatives over animal leather

The Material Innovation Initiative (MII), a non-profit dedicated to accelerating the development of next-generation materials, released a study in collaboration with North Mountain Consulting Group

2026-08-20 13:59:09

Researchers develop leather alternative from mycelium

Researchers in Finland have developed a leather-like material made from mushroom mycelium, the network of fine fibres that grows beneath fungi. The new material can be made into a strong, flexible

2026-01-12 14:03:10

Mercedes-Benz to use sustainable leather alternative for vehicle interiors

Mercedes-Benz AG has launched Tomorrow XX, a new programme designed to accelerate decarbonisation, responsible resource use and circularity across the entire lifecycle of its vehicles. As part of

2024-10-04 16:54:22

Puma launches campaign on leather vs. vegan leather

German sports brand Puma has started an educational campaign to explore one of today’s most discussed fashion topics – the comparison between leather and vegan leather, focusing on the

2024-07-15 12:46:13

Biophilica secures certification for leather alternative

Biophilica has achieved the USDA's 100% Certified Biobased label for Treekind, a home compostable and plastic-free leather alternative made from leaves. Unlike many plant-based leather alternatives

2023-04-04 17:59:09

Pangaia, Natural Fiber Welding launches plant-based leather clothing

London-based innovation company, Pangaia and Natural Fiber Welding has launched Air Gilet, a first-of-its-kind, leather-like puffer vest. The interior of the design is lined with organic cotton

2022-12-16 06:32:44

Bestseller to test leaf leather in its footwear line

Danish fashion company Bestseller, has announced it will collaborate with UK materials innovator Biophilica, on the development of its material Treekind as part of a series of investments in

2022-04-28 10:34:12

TômTex raises $1.7M to Scale Production of biodegradable leather substitute

Tomtex, a startup that is developing a plastic-free bio-based material made from seafood shell waste or mushroom waste as a sustainable alternative to leather, has acquired US$1.7 million in

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