Automation in Asian shoe factories prompts Fagus appointment

05/09/2018
Last and footwear mould manufacturer Fagus has appointed Erick Wu as its regional sales manager for south-east Asia and Oceania.

Fagus said on making the announcement that more and more footwear manufacturers in Asia are increasing their use of automation. It added: “High-precision shoe lasts and perfectly adapted direct soling moulds are indispensable for this.”

Erick Wu has an academic background in international economics and trade but worked for a major Chinese footwear manufacturer for a number of years.