The Leading Leather Manufacturer in Ethiopia for more than 30 Years

Ethiopia’s Leather Legacy

Offering high-quality export-standard leather products for over 30 years.

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ELICO is a leading leather manufacturer in Ethiopia, offering high-quality export-standard leather products for over 30 years. We specialize in military, safety, work, and casual shoes, garments, and leather goods, using cowhide, sheep, and goat skins. With state-of-the-art technology and factories across the nation, we serve both local and international markets with efficient, qualified leather solutions.

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ELICO's history is deeply rooted in Ethiopia's tradition of hospitality.

Following World War II, Emperor Haile Selassie I welcomed a group of Armenian tanners seeking refuge from the devastation of war. Settling in Addis Ababa, they founded Awash Tannery (formerly Darmar Tannery) in 1957, with the Emperor presiding over its opening ceremony. This historic foundation paved the way for what would later become Ethio-Leather Industry Plc (ELICO) in August 1997, established by Dr. Sheikh Mohammed H. Ali Al Amoudi, one of Ethiopia’s leading private investors. Today, ELICO stands as the nation's largest leather producer, carrying forward a rich legacy.
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producing and marketing environmentally sustainable high quality finished leather and leather products for export & local markets to satisfy stakeholders involved in.

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We have successfully implemented an Integrated Management System (IMS) encompassing ISO 9001:2015 for Quality Management, ISO 14001:2015 for Environmental Management, and ISO 45001:2018 for Occupational Health and Safety. This certification reflects our unwavering commitment to quality, safety, and environmental sustainability in all aspects of our operations.

Our manufacturing units—Awash Tannery, Abyssinia Tannery, Universal Leather Products Factory, Fontanina Shoe Factory, and Tikur Abay Shoe Factory—have received an IQNET-recognized certificate issued by DQS Holding for Occupational Health and Safety Management System, Quality Management System, and Environmental Management System.

Ethiopia’s Leather Legacy

Offering high-quality export-standard leather products for over 30 years.

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We understand the importance of reliability and always strive to bring you the best!

ELICO's history is deeply rooted in Ethiopia's tradition of hospitality.

producing and marketing environmentally sustainable high quality finished leather and leather products for export & local markets to satisfy stakeholders involved in.