Officially organised by AILPA. Corder UK serves as AILPA’s international outreach and advisory partner.
The India Leather Buyer Programme
A guided sourcing route for UK, European and US buyers looking at India’s leather goods manufacturing sector.
Meet carefully selected manufacturers, understand production options directly, and use Mark Corder as a practical bridge before you commit time to travel.
For serious leather goods buyers reviewing their sourcing strategy
Many brands and retailers are looking for reliable manufacturing partners, better margins, alternatives to over-concentrated sourcing routes, flexible production options and clearer access to factory capability. AILPA brings these conversations into one focused sourcing environment in Kolkata.
- Meet leather goods, accessories and allied manufacturers.
- Explore OEM, ODM and private-label sourcing opportunities.
- Understand pricing, capacity and production options directly.
- Access factory visits and one-to-one introductions where appropriate.
How the buyer journey works
Buyer programme questions
What is the India Leather Buyer Programme?
The India Leather Buyer Programme is a sourcing initiative for UK, European and US buyers who want to meet Indian leather goods manufacturers through AILPA in Kolkata, with Corder UK helping buyers understand whether the opportunity is relevant before they register.
Who is the programme for?
The programme is for retailers, brands, sourcing teams, wholesalers, buying consultants and online sellers looking at handbags, small leather goods, wallets, travel goods, belts, footwear, leather garments or related accessories.
Why source leather goods from Kolkata?
Kolkata is known for leather goods manufacturing and gives buyers access to established suppliers, tanneries, production capacity, OEM and ODM opportunities, private-label production and factory visit options.
What hosted buyer support is available?
AILPA publishes the official hosted buyer package and registration terms. Support may include hotel accommodation or flight reimbursement, transfers, local transport, scheduled meetings and factory visits for qualifying buyers.
How does Corder UK help buyers?
Corder UK helps buyers assess the programme, discuss sourcing priorities with Mark Corder, understand the Indian manufacturing opportunity and decide whether to register through the official AILPA buyer process.
How do buyers register?
Buyers can speak with Mark Corder through the Corder UK enquiry form, or register directly through the official AILPA buyer registration page at ailpafair.org.
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Programme ownership and approvals
AILPA is the official organiser and principal owner of the exhibition and Hosted Buyer Programme. Buyer registrations, qualification, selection for hosted-buyer support and all official programme decisions remain solely with AILPA.
Corder UK serves as AILPA’s international outreach and advisory partner. Factory visits, buyer introductions and meeting arrangements are coordinated by AILPA in consultation with participating exhibitors, with Corder UK facilitating buyer engagement and providing advisory support.
Any commercial relationship between buyers and exhibitors remains entirely at their own discretion.
Use this form if you would like to discuss the buyer programme, ask a question before registering, or arrange a short call with Mark Corder.
Corder UK works across leather goods design, product development, sourcing and manufacturing support. For this programme, Mark acts as AILPA’s international outreach and advisory partner, giving buyers a knowledgeable point of contact while AILPA remains the official organiser of the exhibition and Hosted Buyer Programme.
Buyer registration, qualification, selection for the Hosted Buyer Programme and all official programme decisions remain solely with AILPA. Hosted buyer terms may change at AILPA’s discretion.