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Leather Innovation
& Skills Lab
Programma: Single Market Programme
Call: TCLF SkillBridge – Call for Services
Start date: February 2026
End date: December 2026
Duration: 10 months
Lead partner: Time Vision
Partners: SSIP – Stazione Sperimentale Pelli, UNIC – Concerie Italiane
Project Overview
Launched in February 2026, Leather Innovation & Skills Lab focuses on supporting leather SMEs in adapting to the rapidly changing regulatory and technological landscape.
The initiative provides companies with practical tools, applied knowledge, and tailored training pathways to enhance sustainability, digitalisation, and competitiveness.
Through a strong collaboration between industry, research, and training providers, the project contributes to building a more resilient and innovation-driven leather ecosystem in Europe.
The Three Pillars of
Leather Innovation & Skills Lab
A structured pathway to support skills, innovation, and sustainability in the leather sector
1. Needs Assessment
An initial analysis phase carried out directly with SMEs to identify concrete skills gaps and co-design targeted training pathways aligned with real operational needs.
2. Dissemination and Training Programme
The core of the project, consisting of 10 hybrid sessions where SSIP researchers present technological and environmental innovations, followed by hands-on training modules delivered by Time Vision.
3. Guidelines and Case Studies
Production of operational manuals and documented success stories to ensure knowledge transfer and replicability across the entire tanning district.
Target Groups
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Primary
Beneficiaries
- Leather SMEs in the Campania tanning district
- Technical and production staff
- Innovation and sustainability managers
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Stakeholders and Ecosystem
- Industry associations and clusters
- Training providers and research centres
- Regional and national stakeholders
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Wider Impact
- Companies across the TCLF ecosystem
- Regional Skills Partnerships
- Policy and support organisations
Project Approach
The methodology combines research, training, and real-world experimentation to ensure measurable impact.
• Innovative and applied — integrating scientific research with operational practice
• Collaborative and participatory — co-design with companies and stakeholders
• Strategic and aligned — supporting EU policy objectives and regulatory compliance
• Inclusive and future-oriented — facilitating knowledge transfer across generations
• Sustainable — building a long-term skills ecosystem
Impact on the
Leather Sector
Supporting the twin
transition of
leather SMEs
FAQs
What is Leather Innovation & Skills Lab?
It is an EU-funded initiative supporting leather SMEs with training, innovation, and practical tools for the digital and green transition.
Who leads the project?
Time Vision coordinates the project, with SSIP and UNIC as key partners.
Who can benefit from the project?
Primarily SMEs in the Campania tanning district, with results shared across the wider ecosystem.
How long does the project last?
Ten months, from February to December 2026.
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