Tasman Tanning

17/06/2026

R.M.Williams is continuing its expansion internationally, with the opening of a new flagship store on London’s Jermyn Street.

Known for its focus on craftsmanship and enduring design, the brand has built a strong reputation around products made to last, including boots still handcrafted in Adelaide today.

Tasman is proud to supply leather to R.M.Williams supporting a brand that shares a strong focus on quality, longevity and craftsmanship.

It is another reminder that globally, there remains strong value placed on skilled making, premium materials, and products designed to endure.

15/06/2026

Restaurants, lodges, commercial interiors and high-use environments place constant demands on the materials within them. They need to feel inviting, look refined, and continue performing day after day.

That is where leather proves its value.

Tasman leather brings warmth, comfort and natural character to a space, while standing up to the realities of everyday use. It wears in beautifully, holds its integrity over time, and continues to add depth and texture as spaces evolve.

For designers, furniture makers and specifiers, it is a material that balances appearance with long-term performance.

Designing a space that needs comfort, character and durability? Let’s talk leather.

📞 +6463490595
📧 [email protected]
🌐 https://www.tastan.co.nz/

11/06/2026

For work boots, material quality matters long after day one.

Tasman leather used in Redback Boots is produced at a heavier thickness, giving it the strength and structure needed for demanding environments. It holds its shape, stays supportive, and continues to perform through years of wear.

Good leather also changes with use. It softens naturally over time without losing integrity, delivering comfort alongside durability.

Leather from New Zealand, handmade in Australia and trusted in tough conditions, it is leather designed to work as hard as the people wearing it.

09/06/2026

Every step puts pressure on the material. Footwear leather needs to deliver durability, comfort, breathability and structure, all while standing up to daily wear.

That is why quality leather becomes obvious over time.

Good leather softens and moulds to the wearer, adapts through use, and continues to perform year after year. It holds its shape, remains comfortable, and develops character rather than simply wearing out.

At Tasman, we produce leather designed for real-world performance across workwear, lifestyle and specialised footwear applications.

When leather performs well on your feet, it proves its value everywhere else too.

Need leather that can stand up to real-world use? Talk to the Tasman team.

📞 +6463490595
📧 [email protected]
🌐 https://www.tastan.co.nz/

03/06/2026

Last month, we recognised four members of the Tasman team who are celebrating 25 years with the business.

Adam White, Jacob Wiremu O’Rourke, Kerry Doull, and Timoci (Jim) Malanicagi.

Reaching 25 years is an incredible milestone, and a reflection of the people behind the leather. Their knowledge, dedication and consistency have helped shape Tasman into what it is today.

At the heart of every hide processed, every order completed and every partnership built, there are skilled people who care deeply about the work they do.

We’re proud to celebrate this achievement and grateful for the contribution each of them has made over the years.

02/06/2026

For more than 70 years, Tasman has been crafting leather in Whanganui, shaped by the land, farming systems and skilled people that make New Zealand leather unique.

As a family-owned tannery, we take pride in producing leather that reflects where it comes from.
Strong, honest materials designed to perform across industries where quality matters most.

From footwear and upholstery to aviation and specialised applications, Tasman leather is trusted for its durability, character and provenance.

This is New Zealand leather, made with care and built to last.

Looking for New Zealand-made leather with proven performance and provenance? Get in touch.

📞 +6463490595
📧 [email protected]
🌐 https://www.tastan.co.nz/

26/05/2026

When it comes to safety footwear, performance starts with the material.

Tasman’s full grain leathers are designed to hold their shape over time, delivering lasting comfort and dependable support in demanding work conditions.

That reliability means boots perform under pressure and continue to protect where it matters most.

It’s leather designed with purpose. Built for the job, and made to go the distance.

📞 +64 6 349 0595
📧 [email protected]
🌐 tastan.co.nz

25/05/2026

Leather’s story does not end with the first product.

Across the industry, recycled leather applications are continuing to evolve. Offcuts and production waste are being repurposed into new materials and products, from flooring and panels to composite materials and functional components.

It is a space of ongoing innovation, where material efficiency and design thinking come together.

At Tasman, we see value in making the most of every resource. From how leather is produced to how it can be reused, each step plays a role in reducing waste and extending material life.

As new applications emerge, recycled leather is becoming an important part of a more considered, circular approach.

📞 +64 6 349 0595
📧 [email protected]
🌐 tastan.co.nz

21/05/2026

Leather Naturally has launched an updated website, designed to bring clarity to a material that is often misunderstood.

Whether you are a designer, a brand, or simply curious about what sits behind the leather label, it offers a well-structured, fact-based resource.

From sourcing and sustainability to performance and end of life, the platform helps separate perception from reality.

At Tasman, we believe informed decisions matter. Having access to transparent, credible information is an important part of that.

Explore more at

Leather Naturally is the global leather resource. We educate people about the sustainable users of leather and share our community of leather makers around the world.