Shanghai will host the 22nd UITIC International Technical Footwear Congress from August 31 to September 3, 2025, with a focus on artificial intelligence (AI).
Organised by the International Union of Shoe Industry Technicians (UITIC) and the China Leather Industry Association (CLIA), with support from Assomac, the event will focus on “Competitiveness and Sustainability in the Era of Artificial Intelligence”.
UITIC President Sergio Dulio notes that more than half of this year’s papers focus on AI, signalling its growing role in transforming footwear design and manufacturing.
The congress will feature four key thematic sessions: materials and product innovation, sustainability as an opportunity, AI-powered smart manufacturing and industrial success stories.
Highlights include a keynote by Nicoline van Enter on AI in footwear development, and a presentation by Liu Wei from Li Ning, among others.
This edition also underscores the increasing influence of Chinese companies in the global innovation landscape. Dulio highlighted the high quality and volume of Chinese contributions to the congress, underscoring China’s growing leadership in next-generation footwear technology.
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