Footwear industry, like many other industries, is in the middle of transformation unlike any before, companies face challenges which could turn into opportunities if the right and timely decisions are made. The shoe industry is currently evolving at a rapid pace, adopting various material technologies especially in the area of fit, comfort and functionality.

The global sports footwear market is expected to register a CAGR of almost 3% during 2018-2022. The global premium shoes market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 2.42% during the period 2017-2021. And the global footwear market (athletic and non-athletic) is expected to generate revenue of around USD 320.44 billion by the end of 2023, growing at a CAGR of around 4.5% between 2017 and 2023.

As consumers grew to look for a combination of “style, comfort, performance”, the increasing awareness of health concerns has driven the demand for athletic shoes among non-sporty people as well. This demand has forced footwear brands to push different material R&D and selection, varied designing, development and production techniques much faster and effective, also design-driven sustainable innovation to improve resource efficiency and enable more considered consumption. 

This symposium will give a wealth of in-depth market and technology analysis with inputs from industry experts. It covers the current innovative material and technology, manufacturing landscape and its growth prospects.