Bentley Motors has become the first automotive member of Leather Naturally, a non-governmental organisation which, like us, is dedicated to promoting the use of certified, properly-sourced leather as a natural by-product.
The British luxury motor company uses Olive Mill Waste Water tanned leather which is produced with tanning agents that are by-products of the olive oil industry.
Marc Stang, Technical Expert, Leather and Colour Development at Bentley Motors, said: “Leather is a timeless, luxury material that has always epitomised the elegance, durability and quality of a hand-crafted Bentley interior. It has a rich history that dates back decades in our cars and has always stood the test of time. The application of the latest sustainable leathers allows an even wider variety of choice for our customers and further supports our industry-leading Beyond100 strategy.”
Debbie Burton, Chair of Leather Naturally, added: “Leather Naturally is delighted to welcome Bentley as a member. As a brand synonymous with both luxury and leather, this partnership underlines its commitment to furthering sustainability and ongoing improvement through its Beyond 100 vision.”
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