The organisers of RLSD Viet Nam are pleased to announce that Primeasia (PA) will officially sponsor a dedicated factory visit for the Top 30 finalists and participating lecturers of the 2026 competition.
This partnership offers an unrivalled opportunity for the Top 30 designers spanning the categories of Apparel, Accessories, and Footwear to bridge the gap between creative concept and industrial reality. The visit to Primeasia’s state-of-the-art tannery will provide contestants with a profound understanding of material innovation, sustainable sourcing, and the complexities of the global supply chain.
Primeasia (PA) is a sustainable and innovative manufacturer of lifestyle and sports-inspired leathers for the global footwear and leather goods markets. As one of the largest tannery groups in the world, the company operates a formidable manufacturing and logistics network:
With a total monthly capacity exceeding 12.5 million square feet, Primeasia’s global team is committed to offering peace-of-mind sourcing solutions, security of supply, and industry-leading development and innovation to customers around the world.RLSD Viet Nam 2026 expresses its sincere gratitude to Primeasia Vietnam for supporting the educational and professional development of the next generation of designers.
Explore more about Primeasia at: https://www.primeasialeather.com/
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