On 9 December 2020 Hans van Haarst, CEO of Smit & Zoon, will be presenting in ILM’s Automotive Leather Supply Chain Forum. Together with other leading names from the global automotive leather supply chain, Hans will discuss the current state of the sector, key challenges, market trends and the role of leather, as well as give an outlook on the future of the industry amid the coronavirus pandemic.Exclusive insight in chemistry & science ZeologyHans van Haarst will be focusing on the opportunities for sustainable leather in the automotive industry. Participants will receive an exclusive insight in the science and technology of Zeology, the newest innovation in sustainable leather tanning.Key topicsGrowth projections, opportunities and key automotive trends affecting auto leather stakeholders (e.g. new demands on hygiene and sanitation / changing mobility trends such as CASE in light of Covid-19).How consumers perceive leather as a sustainable and desirable interior component compared with other materials.OEM case study – Artisanal craftsmanship and leather to create unique leather car interiors.The use of new innovative low impact leather chemicals and bio-based chemicals from renewable carbon sources in modern automotive leather.How to make automotive leather more sustainable with lower environmental footprint and end-of-life impact.General information & registrationThe ‘ILM Digital Automotive Leather Supply Chain Forum’ will be a 2.5 hour online event hosting high-calibre industry speakers, as well as a number of interactive features such as Q&As, a panel discussion, live polls and virtual networking opportunities via private chat among attendees.Buy your ticket and register for the Digital Forum How will the automotive leather supply chain look in the future?Join us to discuss and share invaluable insights and perspectives on the market.Get your ticket hereInteresting for you Discover more news ILM Podcast with Hans van Haarst: Key developments in the leather industryHans van Haarst talks in this ILM podcast about the new tanning technology Zeology and key developments in the leather industry. Hans van Haarst will resign as CEOThe Board of Management of Royal Smit & Zoon today announces that Hans van Haarst – CEO will resign from his position effective immediately and leave the organization with an orderly transition on July 31, 2023. Marc Smit will assume the CEO role in the Board with immediate effect. Smit & Zoon achieves highest level of ZDHC-certificationSmit & Zoon has received the highest level of ZDHC certification, proving that its products for the leather industry meet all requirements connected to Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals (ZDHC). More newsGo to all news articlesDiscoverStay informedReceive the latest company news and industry updatesSubscribe to our newsletterShare this: