MICAM Milano, one of the globe’s premier footwear trade shows, returns to Milan, the Italian industrial hub, from 19 to 22 this Sunday. A strong European presence is on display, with a notable representation from the Valencian Community and nearly 100 Spanish companies showcasing 123 brands. Elche stands out with 33 exhibitors and is a key catalyst for this sector. Alicante contributes 43 participants, while Elda-Petrer sends four more. Regions like La Rioja, Castilla-La Mancha, Catalonia, and Andalusia are well represented, and participants also hail from the Balearic Islands, Aragon, Madrid, the Canary Islands, Galicia, and Asturias. (Source: FICE)
As the employers’ association FICE emphasizes, the timing could not be better for the event. Footwear exports for the first eleven months reached 2.83 billion euros, rising 22.2% from the same period in 2021, which was still influenced by the pandemic, and 13% above 2019 levels before Covid-19. (Source: FICE)
international meeting
Companies travel to Milan because, beyond serving as the main international gathering, Italy is the second-largest buyer of Spanish footwear. In January through November 2022, exports to Italy totaled 378 million euros, up 24.7% from 2021 and up 18.3% versus the same period in 2019. (Source: FICE)
In the last edition held on September 22, 35,470 professionals attended, about 20% more than on March 22.
The Federation of Spanish Footwear Industries (FICE) organizes the participation of Spanish shoe companies in MICAM’s 95th edition at the Milan-Rho fairgrounds. The fair is part of the 2023 Overseas Promotion Plan and enjoys support from ICEX España Exportación e Inversiones. Several autonomous communities back their companies with dedicated promotional plans as well. Attendees include representatives from the Generalitat Valenciana, led by President Ximo Puig, and Elche’s mayor Carlos González. (Source: FICE)
Five concepts in MICAM
At the upcoming Milan fair, 988 brands will present their new winter 23/24 collections across six pavilions, organized around five concepts: Contemporary, Premium, Casual, Emerging Designers, and Accessories for Shops. International participation accounts for 46% of the total, underscoring MICAM’s role as a global platform for trends and partnerships. (Source: FICE)
Over the eleven months of the year, shoe exports reached 2.83 billion euros, marking a 22.2% increase over 2021.
bags and accessories
MICAM is held in concert with MIPEL, the leather bag and accessories fair, and is complemented by Milan’s dedicated clothing industry events. In addition, LINEAPELLE, an international leather and shoe components exhibition, continues its 21st edition. (Source: FICE)
Spain ranks as the second country in terms of participant numbers, reflecting the robust Spanish footwear sector’s commitment to internationalization and the strategic importance of MICAM in expansion efforts. The industry’s focus on sustainability and innovation was highlighted by Imanol Martínez, managing director of FICE Servicios, in a recent statement. (Source: FICE)
Footwear and agrifood exports maintain momentum, while metal and textiles show a softer dynamic.
At the latest event on September 22, the visitor count reached 35,470 professionals, a 20% increase from March 22. (Source: FICE)