At the Guangzhou Furniture Fair, Skyline’s President, Mr. Ricardo Zhang, shared a confident outlook on both the exhibition and the year ahead, describing the event as a true working platform where meaningful business interactions take place. Looking toward 2026, the company emphasised that its strategy is closely tied to the rapid growth of e-commerce. In China,this sales channel has become not only popular but essential, and Skyline believes that as long as it continues to meet the specific demands of e-commerce, the business will remain strong and sustainable.
A key part of meeting these demands lies in maintaining consistent quality. Skyline highlighted the importance of securing reliable raw material sources that ensure stability and high standards. Equally critical is the tanning process, which must be adapted to the preferences of the Chinese market. One particularly strict requirement in China is related to smell, with customers demanding very low-odor leather. This has led the company to place greater focus on controlling quality from the earliest stages of production, ensuring that the final product meets these exacting expectations.
In terms of market distribution, Skyline noted that 60% of its production is dedicated to the domestic Chinese market, while 40% is exported internationally. Of these exports, approximately half are directed to the United States, with the remaining volume spread across other regions, including Europe and Australia. This balanced approach allows the company to remain competitive both locally and globally.
Operationally, Skyline continues to expand its manufacturing footprint. Its recently opened factory in Thailand is already running smoothly and delivering positive results. In total, Skyline Group now operates nine factories, reflecting its scale and capacity to meet growing demand.
Looking ahead, the company expects a significant increase in leather consumption. Currently using around 3.5 million square feet, Skyline projects this figure will raise to approximately 6 million square feet within the next two years. This anticipated growth underlines the company’s confidence in market demand and its readiness to scale production accordingly.