Exhibition Highlight | Hong Kong APLF Leather Fair

The Hong Kong APLF Leather Fair wrapped up on March 14, 2025, at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, drawing significant attention from the global leather industry. As one of the premier events in the sector, this year’s fair not only brought together industry leaders from around the world but also showcased a fusion of innovative technologies and green concepts.

D&A Group proudly embraced the theme “Inspiring Infinite Creativity for a Greener Future,” presenting its three renowned brands—D&A Edge Polymer, Technical Control, and Lorence—demonstrating its unwavering commitment and outstanding achievements in promoting the green transformation and innovative development of the leather industry.

Innovative Products Leading the Trend: Industry First Special Effect Edge Paints

     
At the D&A Edge Polymer corner, two groundbreaking products debuted as industry firsts: the special effect edge paint “Starry Wonder” and “Silky Threads.” These products incorporate the dazzling starlight of the night sky and the elegant lines of nature into edge paint artistry, offering attendees an unprecedented visual feast. These innovative offerings not only highlight the limitless creative potential of D&A Edge Polymer but also set a benchmark for sustainability within the leather industry.

Pioneering Environmental Technology for a Sustainable Future

In addition to its remarkable innovative products, D&A Group emphasized its excellence in environmental technology at the exhibition, with Technical Control’s contributions particularly noteworthy. The leather-coating polyurethane resins from Technical Control garnered widespread acclaim for its exceptional performance and versatility. The leather coating solutions can be applied to various leather materials and offer distinct aesthetic qualities through high-gloss, semi-gloss, and matte finishes. Furthermore, the eco-friendly formulations and technologies employed significantly lower energy consumption and emissions during production, aligning with the increasing market demand for sustainable, high-quality, and customizable leather products.

Transforming Leather Aesthetics: Lorence’s Leather Coloring

Lorence showcased its wide range of color series at the fair. These products offer exceptional color coverage, outstanding dry and wet rub resistance, and robust coloring and fixation capabilities, providing remarkable opportunities for leather color modification and secondary creation. In addition to expanding the color palette for leather products, these series are designed to reduce environmental impact while ensuring long-lasting color durability and stability, highlighting Lorence’s commitment to both innovative design and sustainable practices.

Looking ahead, D&A Group will remain committed to this thematic philosophy, continuously advancing the application and development of innovative technologies and eco-friendly materials. This dedication aims to further drive the green transformation and sustainable development of the leather industry.