Tradition and Innovation
We combine a centuries-old legacy with advanced science and technology to design high-end materials that anticipate the future of international fashion.
From Tradition to Innovation
Leather Cluster Barcelona is an environment of competitive cooperation that articulates a collaborative model based on leadership, coordination and the strategic transformation of the industry. Through cross-cutting projects, the organisation energises the Catalan leather ecosystem and projects it as a benchmark of excellence in Europe, acting as an intelligent environment in which applied science, the industrial fabric and talent come together to showcase the value and efficiency of the sector in the international market.
Backed by a century-old legacy, the cluster gathers the know-how of the craft and carries it forward, driving the evolution of the industry so that it can adapt to global change through technology, applied research and digital transformation, thereby securing the future and continuity of the sector.
Committed to sustainable fashion, the circular economy and shared value, the cluster brings together a uniquely comprehensive value chain that encompasses every player in the sector: from livestock farming and the food industry, tanneries, universities and research, to chemicals, design, leather manufacturing and the great fashion houses.
VALUES
The pillars of the Leather Cluster
The values that define Leather Cluster Barcelona guide every decision and drive a more innovative, sustainable and competitive leather industry.
Excellence and Quality
We raise the standards of traceability, industrial precision and quality across the entire value chain, establishing Catalan leather as a benchmark of trust for the most demanding brands.
Sustainability and Circular Economy
We lead the circular transition by turning an organic by-product into a biodegradable, long-lasting luxury material, reducing environmental impact and meeting the expectations of responsible fashion.
Talent and International Reach
We foster generational renewal and the sector's technical talent to carry our excellence to global markets, positioning the cluster as the strategic partner of the leading design houses.
Value Chain
Strengthening the leather value chain with the highest standards of quality, traceability and market competitiveness.
Sustainability
Environmental leadership through circular economy and zero-waste solutions that reduce the sector's ecological footprint.
Research and Innovation
Applied science and cutting-edge R&D to optimise industrial processes and the circular management of water.
Training and Talent
Preserving the craft and transferring specialist knowledge to nurture the sector's technical and creative talent.
Identity and Heritage
Promoting the territorial identity, creativity and historical heritage associated with the art of leather.
Internationalisation
International outreach and strategic alliances that open up new opportunities for companies in the sector.
Value Chain
Strengthening the leather value chain with the highest standards of quality, traceability and market competitiveness.
Sustainability
Environmental leadership through circular economy and zero-waste solutions that reduce the sector's ecological footprint.
Research and Innovation
Applied science and cutting-edge R&D to optimise industrial processes and the circular management of water.
Training and Talent
Preserving the craft and transferring specialist knowledge to nurture the sector's technical and creative talent.
Identity and Heritage
Promoting the territorial identity, creativity and historical heritage associated with the art of leather.
Internationalisation
International outreach and strategic alliances that open up new opportunities for companies in the sector.
INNOVATION AND RESEARCH
Strategic projects transforming the industry
Applied science and technology in motion. Discover how we are turning European environmental standards into tangible, scalable, high-precision solutions for the global market.
TRAINING
Tailored training for the leather sector
We share knowledge to drive the future of the sector. We offer specialised training programmes designed both for new talent and for working professionals in industry and design.
We design training courses and workshops tailored to the needs, profile and schedule of each company or professional, based on training packages covering technique, sustainability, quality or digitalisation, or entirely bespoke.
VISION
Leather Cluster Barcelona drives the Catalan leather ecosystem through cooperation, innovation and sustainability, transforming the tanning tradition into global excellence for the fashion of the future.
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