On 11-14 October, 2009, the 30th IULTCS Global Congress will be held in Beijing, China. As the organizer of this event, China Leather Industry Association (CLIA) sincerely invites friends from all over the world to take part in and contribute to this great event. The preparation of Beijing Congress is now progressing smoothly. Beijing International Hotel, which is located in the centre of Beijing and in the middle of Chang’ An Avenue, has been chosen as the avenue. (For the details of hotel please refer to www.bih.com.cn) To allow more researchers to present their latest findings during the congress, the expiry dates of abstract and full paper collection have respectively postponed to March 31, 2009 and June 30, 2009. Researchers who would like to participate in this occasion please contact CLIA in time. Besides, the organizer has been started to accept registration. The early register will enjoy a discount.