New edition of EXPOCAIPIC yielded positive results
Given the challenges faced by the footwear industry, stemming from constant economic and political changes implemented by the national government that have led to a severe consumption recession, the suppliers' chamber, CAIPIC – the fair’s organizer – decided to hold an accessible event that allowed its members to participate.
In this regard, a smaller venue was chosen, stand construction was standardized at 2.5 meters in height, and carpeting was eliminated to reduce costs for exhibitors.
This format resulted in a well-organized, attractive, and easy-to-navigate fair for visitors, within the infrastructure provided by Costa Salguero, offering good services.
The 72nd edition of EXPOCAIPIC brought together 50 exhibitors occupying 100 stand modules, where materials, components, accessories, and technology for the footwear and leather goods industry were showcased for the upcoming Autumn-Winter 2025 season.
Thus, the fair fulfilled one of its most important objectives: to be a fashion and trends reference, promoting contact between manufacturers and suppliers to exchange ideas and plan future products and collections.
This is why representatives from the country’s leading footwear brands and factories attended the event.
Visitor numbers exceeded 900, with attendees from both local and regional origins, particularly notable were visitors from Chile and Uruguay.
This edition saw a majority presence of tanneries, showcasing an extensive variety of value-added materials, including embossed, transfer, and painted options. The leathers and skins were highly attractive, featuring reptile textures, furs, suede, and lacquered finishes. Animal print, floral, and retro patterns were particularly notable.
The selection of soles and outsoles was somewhat smaller compared to previous seasons, but they remained relevant and in demand due to new upper designs.
In other components, products with enhanced properties were featured, while functional and decorative accessories were updated and innovative.
In the technology category, equipment and machinery for various operations were exhibited, with varying degrees of automation and features.
The Argentine Chamber of Industrial Suppliers of the Footwear and Leather Goods Industry (CAIPIC) is preparing to conduct a sector survey to plan its next Spring-Summer 2025/26 edition, likely scheduled for May 2025. In this regard, feedback from members will be sought regarding this last edition, to consider various organizational and cost aspects that may allow for greater exhibitor participation in the current economic climate.
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