Tanneries and finished leathers
Bovine, calf, sheep and exotic leathers — LWG certified, chrome-free tanned (wet-white), with EUDR-compliant traceability.
12–14 October 2027 · Ptak Expo Łódź, Rzgów
Leather Materials & Sourcing Expo
International trade fair for leather, leather-goods materials and components. Three days of physical B2B contracting — from tanneries to CNC machinery — in the heart of European nearshoring.
Visitors: free entry after online registration·Companies: book a stand and get a quote
Estimated event scale
Leather Materials & Sourcing Expo in numbers
6 000+B2B visitors
280+Exhibitors
52%Domestic exhibitors
48%International exhibitors
7Industry pillars
3Contracting days
Gateway to CEE and DACH markets — 48% of exhibitors from abroad
What you'll see at the fair
Industry scope
Premium materials and vegan alternatives
Microfibres, coated fabrics and plant-based materials — cactus, apple, recycled — in the spirit of the circular economy.
Tanning chemicals, finishes and adhesives
Tanning chemicals, dyes, protective lacquers and solvent-free water-based adhesives compliant with REACH and ZDHC.
Hardware, zippers and components
Metal hardware, zippers, buckles and rivets plus PU/TR/TPU soles, heels, lasts and insoles for footwear and leather goods.
Machinery and CAD/CAM technologies
Splitting machines, presses, CNC cutters, engraving lasers and CAD/CAM software with AI nesting optimisation.
Sourcing, private label and leather goods brands
Ready collections of bags, belts, apparel and footwear plus free production capacity for premium boutiques and private labels.
Exhibitor profile
Who exhibits at Leather Materials & Sourcing Expo
Seven pillars covering the full value chain of leather goods production — from raw hide to finished collection and Industry 4.0 technologies.
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European and global tanneries
Finished and raw leathers with LWG certification and full EUDR traceability.
02
Alternative materials suppliers
Microfibres, vegan materials and recycled raw materials for cruelty-free brands.
03
Chemicals and finishes producers
Tanning chemicals, dyes and adhesives compliant with REACH and ZDHC.
04
Hardware and components suppliers
Zippers, buckles, soles, heels and structural components.
05
Machinery and CAD/CAM producers
CNC cutters, splitting machines, lasers and cutting-optimisation software.
06
Contract manufacturers and brands
Private label, OEM/ODM and ready collections of leather goods and footwear.
Exhibitor catalog
Leather Materials & Sourcing Expo exhibitors
The exhibitor list is currently being finalised.
Book your stand early — the best locations go first.
Become an exhibitorThe fair's audience
Who visits
Footwear manufacturers
Over 2,380 footwear factories and assembly plants in Poland — purchasing leathers, soles, components and machinery.
Leather goods and bag manufacturers
Nearly 1,470 producers of bags, belts and leather goods sourcing raw materials and hardware.
Premium brands and designers
Looking for certified leathers, unique finishes and production partners.
Retail chains and private label
Contracting private-label production with European manufacturers — nearshoring.
Importers and distributors
Distribution exclusivities for leathers, components and ready collections in the CEE region.
Tanneries and leather processors
Investing in chemicals, machinery, certification and traceability technologies.
PTAK Expo Łódź
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PTAK Expo Łódź — fair entrance
For exhibitors
Why exhibit at Leather Materials & Sourcing Expo
Touch & feel format
Leather requires physical assessment of quality, texture and finish — a trade fair is an irreplaceable sales channel.
Heart of the Polish industry cluster
Proximity to Łódź, Głowno, Kalwaria Zebrzydowska and Radom guarantees attendance of production professionals.
Complete supply chain
Tanneries, chemicals, components and machinery under one roof — the only such platform in CEE.
Regulation-driven demand
EUDR and Digital Product Passports force a switch to certified suppliers — buyers look for them here.
Contracts signed at the stand
Poland imports USD 6.25 bn of leather and footwear annually — buyers come with a budget.
Industry chambers support
Partnerships with PIPS and OIBS build trust and quality professional traffic.
Tech Talks stage
Knowledge that drives the industry
The expert programme combines EU environmental directives with automation and profitability strategies for tanneries and leather goods factories. Practitioner talks — from EUDR to cutting robotisation.
EUDR and raw material traceabilityDigital Product Passports (DPP)Cutting automation and CAD/CAMLWG certification and complianceNearshoring and OEM contracting
Got a topic for the industry? Submit a talk — we'll get back to you with a speaking proposal.
Partners and patrons
Supporting Leather Materials & Sourcing Expo
Location
PTAK Exhibition and Conference Centre
A modern exhibition centre in Rzgów near Łódź, right next to the Ptak Wholesale Centre. Excellent access via the A1 motorway, parking for thousands of cars and hotels nearby.
PTAK EXPO ŁÓDŹ · ul. Tuszyńska 72/74
95-030 Rzgów near Łódź · direct exit from the A1 motorway
Be part of Leather Materials & Sourcing Expo
Choose your path — visit the fair with a free ticket or present your company to thousands of buyers from across the region.
Companies / Exhibitors
Book a stand and receive an individual quote for taking part.
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