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The French cosmetics giant is betting on the Asian country in search of its technological power. The center will be dedicated to the development of innovation solutions based on Artificial Intelligence and will employ 2,000 people.

It is growing with the acquisition of the French firm, which has chained the last few years with store closures and the suspension of its operations in 2024. For its part, CWF had a turnover of 210 million euros in the last fiscal year.

The next celebration of the children’s and adolescent fashion event, which also includes footwear, will take place at Feria de Valencia over the next three days, bringing together 735 exhibitors and an international audience.

A refined landscape with heightened standards marks the start of France’s trade show season, featuring over 700 brands. 

In a strategic move, the American sports equipment giant has appointed Spanish executive César García, boasting over 20 years at Nike, to spearhead its operations across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Meanwhile, Cathy Sparks is set to head the company’s endeavors in China.

The French footwear group has created a new position in its creative area, which will be assumed by the former creative director of MM6 Maison Margiela, after more than twelve years at the firm and will team up with Laura Herbst.

The British sports equipment distributor wraps up its fiscal year grappling with sluggish sales across Europe and the UK, but sees a glimmer of hope as the North American market shows signs of recovery.

Bartolomeo Rongone has left the position he has held since 2019 at the firm owned by French conglomerate Kering, led by Luca De Meo, to join the top management of the company specializing in outdoor fashion.

Efficiency takes the spotlight as the calendar evolves. Buyers and brands focus on measurable outcomes, streamline routes, and hone in on key markets. Hybrid formats and broadened offerings make choosing the right fair a strategic advantage.

As the luxury sector reshuffles, Richemont leans on its most resilient asset: jewelry. With double-digit growth, the Swiss conglomerate enters the conversation on which player can withstand the industry’s slowdown best.

This new agreement, signed last Saturday, will have implications for the fashion industry, such as the progressive elimination of tariff measures on clothing between European markets and the South American bloc.

The executive joined the optical giant in 2014 and now takes over the management of Portugal. After her appointment, Leticia Barrera will replace her in the Portuguese market to strengthen the market internationally.

In a nod to its roots, the Japanese brand has launched its inaugural production plant in Tottori, where founder Kihachiro Onitsuka was born. The location is set to transform into a cultural epicenter.