European Confederation of the Footwear Industry (CEC)

The CEC, or the European Confederation of the Footwear Industry, is the representative body of the European footwear industry. It advocates for the sector’s interests at both European and international levels, aiming to promote the competitiveness and sustainable growth of footwear companies.

The CEC also plays a role in EU projects and international initiatives, acting as a facilitator to strengthen collaboration and synergies among global footwear stakeholders. By representing the interests of the European footwear industry, the CEC aims to contribute to the overall development and success of the sector.

Education

AEQUALIS4TCLF

Research project AEQUALIS4TCLF focuses on the (approaching) shortage of practical skills needed for a future-proof, more digital European clothing and textile sector. Together with partners from as many as seven European countries – Czechia, Croatia, Lithuania, Finland, Slovenia, Serbia and the Netherlands, the professorships of Jose Teunissen and Troy Nachtigall are helping to develop new […]