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08 May 2026
‘Premium’ as a superpower - footwearbiz, world footwear ‘Premium’ as a superpower
Athletic shoe brand On aims to put itself at the pinnacle of the premium market, and stay there. It is innovation that will drive this ambition.
01 May 2026
Reclaiming a lost material - footwearbiz, world footwear Reclaiming a lost material
Made with 85% recycled product, Blumaka’s insoles and midsoles can help footwear brands find a use for foam waste while boosting comfort and durability. Anti-slip technology and carbon plates are taking...
24 April 2026
Own-factory advantages - footwearbiz, world footwear Own-factory advantages
As the whole business world tries to find ways to navigate tariffs and turmoil, footwear group Rocky Brands says its policy of keeping at least some production in house has brought benefits.
17 April 2026
UITIC Congress bets on AI - footwearbiz, world footwear UITIC Congress bets on AI
Twelve out of 16 technical presentations at the 2025 UITIC Congress in Shanghai had a focus on artificial intelligence (AI).
02 January 2026
Complex journey to biocircularity - footwearbiz, world footwear Complex journey to biocircularity
After decades of looking after Asian manufacturing for big brands, David Solk and Irmi Kreuzer ploughed their resources and experience into creating a shoe in which every element has been selected for its...

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