Over 500 participants from 16 regions and 28 Italian universities participated in the selection process. Among the winners were 40 students from the provinces of Asti, Alessandria, Cuneo, Novara, and Turin. Thirty-nine of them were from Piedmont universities: 16 from PoliTo, 20 from UniTo...
The Bank of Italy's picture of businesses with at least 20 employees is weak, primarily due to declining foreign demand. However, employment, investment, and the use of AI are growing, and the National Recovery and Resilience Plan (NRRP) has helped.
At the annual meeting of Confindustria (Italian industrial association), Emanuele Orsini called on the EU to suspend the ETS and for Italy to accelerate its return to nuclear power. Meloni: "A joint effort to reform the bureaucracy."
The government has approved the €1,34 billion Automotive Prime Ministerial Decree: funds for investment, research, innovation, sustainable mobility, and the revitalization of the Italian automotive industry.
Two studies by Unioncamere Piemonte and Confindustria Piemonte highlight the increasingly close relationship between investment capacity and business technological development.
On March 29, 1946, the Vespa debuted in Rome. Created in the postwar period from an idea by Piaggio and D'Ascanio, it quickly became a symbol of Italian design, industry, and style worldwide. Here's its story.
Istat's 2026 Competitiveness Report shows a resilient Italy despite international tensions: in 2025 exports +3,3% with a boom in pharmaceuticals and means of transport to the USA, but dependence on China for strategic goods remains strong
An unprecedented analysis of corporate balance sheets since 2014 certifies a transformation in manufacturing, but productivity and added value are declining, lagging behind revenue growth. Positive signs come from export diversification, profitability, and energy efficiency.
The new Industrial Accelerator Act aims to strengthen European industry and Made in EU products, but excludes housing, furniture, machinery, and appliances. Lobbying, costs, and global tensions are testing the European strategy.
According to the analysis of the industrial sectors by Prometeia and Intesa Sanpaolo, the penetration of Chinese goods has not undermined Italy's competitiveness in terms of market share in the main EU partner countries.
Unions are blaming delivery delays, which have led to higher costs and friction with automakers, as well as a lack of investment. The company: "Significant investments are needed to bring the production system in line with market needs."
According to the latest Bank of Italy survey, Italian businesses are showing increased confidence: demand is growing, wages are rising moderately, and investments are recovering. Inflation remains under control, while the construction industry remains struggling due to delays in the National Recovery and Resilience Plan (NRRP).
An additional 3,3% of GDP is considered when indirect effects along the production chain are included. With over 17 companies (42% of which are SMEs) and half a million employees, annual turnover stands at €156 billion. The largest…
Made by the Italian company Oversonic Robotics, RoBee is the first certified cognitive humanoid robot already operational in factories and hospitals, available in two versions: R series for industry and M series for the healthcare and rehabilitation sector.
Piedmontese businesses are optimistic about the new year. Turin is above average in production, orders, and employment, while exports continue to suffer amid uncertainty and international tensions. This is according to the quarterly survey by the Research Center of the Turin Industrial Union.
The fashion entrepreneur succeeds Filippo Sertorio and will remain in office until 2029. The company is based on five strategic pillars: finance, innovation, internationalization, leadership, and community.
The Milan-Cortina railway is now a certainty: an event destined to change the face of the Alpine regions and beyond. In his new book, Andrea Ferrazzi, director of Confindustria Belluno Dolomiti, explains why the Italian mountains are now one of the few…
In the first nine months of 2025, corporate investments increased by 16,7% compared to the same period in 2024, with the industrial and logistics sector accounting for 16% of total investments. Data centers are increasingly strategic, with Milan becoming the national epicenter.
Orizzonte Legno 2025 captures a sector recovering after the slowdown in 2024: growing demand, margins under pressure due to raw material costs, PNRR investments still driving growth, and a supply chain increasingly focused on innovation, sustainability, and intelligence.
Report on industrial sectors produced by Intesa Sanpaolo and Prometeia: Italian manufacturing is resisting tariffs, with a slight decline in 2025 but it could return to growth in the two-year period 2026-27.
Ten international tour operators are exploring industrial tourism in Turin, Ivrea, and Biella: an initiative by the Piedmont Region, through its Visit Piemonte agency, based on an idea by Confindustria Piemonte.
The Campania-based group, already the largest shareholder of Eles, relaunches the vision of a national advanced engineering hub against Xenon's financial logic.
At the Turin Industrial Union assembly, Marco Gay called on entrepreneurs and politicians to share a vision of growth and innovation. "Growth isn't an individual matter; it's a collective exercise."
The Polish economy is growing thanks to services (+3%), driven by trade (+5,9%), transportation (+4,4%), and professional activities (+6,1%). The National Bank may reduce interest rates to 4,25% by the end of the year.
A $13,6 billion mega-acquisition. Baker Hughes is targeting Chart Industries to strengthen its LNG, nuclear, and data center businesses. Leading the turnaround is Italian Lorenzo Simonelli, architect of the group's new vision.
One produces cars that don't sell, the other steel whose production is struggling to maintain. Both, however, tell an increasingly evident truth: the Italian industry is in crisis, and its two historical symbols are rowing against
Today the announcement of the appointment of the thirty-seven-year-old CEO of Coesa during the Group's public meeting, entitled "Next level growth: businesses, innovation and development" and dedicated to the theme of attracting and retaining talent in the area
The new Mediobanca-Tagliacarne-Unioncamere report on medium-sized Italian industrial companies highlights once again their excellent performance in terms of labor productivity, employment and turnover, but the tax authorities burden them more than large companies and Trump's duties risk…
Biffi is the CEO of the company “Secure Network”, which he founded, one of the first Italian companies involved in the offensive cyber security sector. Assolombarda gathers 7000 companies that represent 13,4% of the national GDP
Siad chooses Porto Marghera for a new 50 million plant dedicated to the production of large Asu plants, strategic for decarbonization and the hydrogen economy. A boost to employment and international competitiveness thanks to the logistical position in the Venetian port
The 21st Fim Cisl National Congress has opened. Secretary Uliano has underlined the urgency of a fair tax system, the protection of dignified work and the relaunch of collective bargaining to improve wages and workers' conditions
For the first time outside of Rome, the Confindustria assembly moves to Bologna. The president relaunches: “Eight billion a year for three years to boost GDP by two points. We need to change perspective. Or rather, reverse it”
The Municipality of Agordo and EssilorLuxottica announce, on the occasion of the 90th birthday of the founder, born on May 22, 1935, the desire to name the current Via Valcozzena, the road that runs alongside the first and most important factory of the…
The research center of the Confederation of Italian Industry sees a GDP in the first quarter above expectations and fears for the impact of the duties on Italian industry in the second quarter
Representatives of the most important Saudi financial institutions present the opportunities related to the further growth of the most important economy in the entire Middle East. Tumiatti: “Great attention to our companies to be strategic development partners”
Comau, owned by Stellantis, has acquired 100% of Automha to enhance automation in warehouses and internal logistics. A strategic operation to consolidate its global position in the sector. Closing expected in Q2 2025
After three quarters of decline, Piedmontese companies are growing again: production, orders and employment are on the rise. Exports are cautious, ICT and the tertiary sector are strong. The latest economic survey conducted by the Centro Studi dell'Unione Industriali Torino
After a very long dispute, Beko Europe has reached an agreement with the Government, the Regions and the Social Partners. "Italy is a strategic pillar of our activities", says the company's president. Here's what the agreement provides
While Europe is reorganizing its industrial priorities by focusing on strategic autonomy in defense, Italy finds itself at a crossroads: excellences such as Leonardo and Fincantieri are driving the sector, but structural issues remain on R&D spending, productivity and overly fragmented industrial policies.…
The Confindustria Study Center's Spring Forecast Report fears that a protectionist escalation could negatively impact domestic and international investment decisions. Orsini: "The government must be brave and Europe must change course"
Representatives of the Italian Life Style Supply Chain of the Turin association with Unione Industriale Biellese on the occasion of the second edition of the National Made in Italy Day organized by Mimit visited the Textile Innovation District created in 2023 in Magnonevolo in the Biella area
According to the Excelsior Bulletin of Unioncamere and the Ministry of Labour, the March-May quarter will exceed 1,4 million hires, but almost half of the positions remain difficult to fill, especially in the technical and manufacturing sectors
The catering and hospitality equipment sector records double-digit growth in 2024, but global uncertainties threaten 2025. Efcem Italia president Andrea Rossi speaks about innovation, duties and sustainability
Home appliances, negotiations continue in Rome between Beko, Mimit and the unions. At the center of the discussion, the closures and redundancies of the Italian factories. Here is what the future will be, at the moment, for Siena, Comunanza and the site of…
However, the difficulty in finding talent remains high, with 47,9% of positions difficult to fill, particularly in the construction and metallurgy sectors. Data from the Excelcior bulletin
The cumbersome nature of Industry 5.0 is derailing a measure eagerly awaited by businesses such as Industry 5.0 which, unlike Industry 4.0 by the Renzi-Calenda duo in 2016, is not taking off despite the generosity of its financial endowment
After a 2024 to forget, the Italian industry seems to be preparing for a restart during 2025. Confidence among companies is increasing, with rosier expectations on orders and production, but risks linked to global uncertainties remain
In 2024, the labor market in Veneto will grow moderately (+28.500 jobs), with a slowdown in hiring and an increase in terminations. Permanent contracts are increasing, but industry is struggling and the phenomenon of "labor hoarding" is growing…
INTERVIEW WITH FRANCO MOSCONI, industrial economist at the University of Parma who hopes for the birth of a movement of opinion that reminds everyone that "manufacturing matters, it certainly does". Here are his analyses and his suggestions for getting out of the crisis…
Alessandro Spada, president of Assolombarda, underlines the need for a visionary industrial policy to face economic challenges and defend the European automotive sector. He criticizes the 2025 Budget for the lack of attention to Industry 4.0 and the stringent requirements of the Ires Premiale
According to Terna data, consumption increased by 2,1% in the first 11 months of 2024. Domestic production covered 84,9% of the requirement, with a drop in renewables in November, which still covered 42% of demand…
According to Confindustria's "December flash economic outlook", Italian industry is in crisis, the economy is slowing down and the rate cut will not be enough. Here's why
The Turin wood sector, solid and with orders recovering for 2025, must deal with an unstable context. The fourth edition of Orizzonte Legno has underlined the importance of flexible strategies based on sustainability and innovation
Exports from Piedmont's industrial districts grow by 1,1% in the first half of 2024, reaching 6,4 billion euros. Driving sectors: agri-food (+4,6%) and mechanics
Giorgia Garola is the new president of Amma for the four-year period 2024-2028. The future challenges? Artificial intelligence, sustainability and internationalization
According to the analysis by Unioncamere, hiring slows down in November 2024 compared to last year, and the trend seems to continue in the following quarter. Engineers and welders are difficult to find, while the demand for young people and foreign workers increases, especially in the South
According to Draghi, it is possible to spend 2% of GDP on Defense while respecting the Stability Pact. The warning of the former Prime Minister: "Europe can no longer postpone decisions". What will Trump do? "Boost high tech and protect traditional industries"
The Italian steel industry, second in Europe and eleventh globally, has achieved important sustainability goals, but faces several challenges. A study by Cdp proposes solutions to relaunch the sector, with particular attention to Acciaierie d'Italia in Taranto
The new report by Intesa Sanpaolo and Prometeia predicts a recovery of the Italian industrial sector in the next two years, driven by export growth, the adoption of innovative technologies and the digital and environmental transition. Despite the uncertainties of 2024, the increase…
In his report in Lanciano for the Marcello De Cecco Association, the economist Stefano Micossi, formerly of Banca d'Italia, Confindustria and Assonime, clearly explains what Europe is today, what its weaknesses are and the dangers it will have to face in the near future…
In 2023, Europe produced 7,4% less steel than in 2022. Italy in 11th place in the ranking of producers, constantly slowing down. Chinese competition wipes out the EU industry that seeks remedies
With slower-than-expected growth and industry under pressure, the country faces significant challenges related to demographics, workforce and housing costs
President Spada launches an appeal to the EU. Among the priorities indicated, also a strong investment in nuclear power to ensure energy independence. On cars: the stop of the combustion engine must be postponed to 2035
In Desenzano del Garda, the Confindustrie of Northern Italy discussed the challenges of SMEs and the EU strategies needed to support competitiveness, innovation and regulatory simplification
Harsh attack by the combative President of the Vicenza industrialists Laura Dalla Vecchia at the assembly of one of the most important associations of Confindustria. "The strength of Italy is industry. We all agree to reduce the environmental impact but the obtuse and extremist push of the EU…
Italian industry has fever but politics is looking elsewhere. The former leader of Fim-Cisl spurs it on by calling for the courage of reforms to address the four critical issues of our country and urging the unions to focus on bargaining
Giuseppe Biazzo, founder of Orienta, is the new president of Unindustria Lazio. With a presidential team composed of leading figures and an ambitious program, Biazzo will lead the association until 2028, focusing on digital transition, green economy and development…
During the meeting between Assolombarda and the MEPs of the territory, investments in raw materials, the single energy market and talent attraction were discussed as key elements for the competitive future of European industry. Spada, Assolombarda: "without industry there is no Europe"
According to the analysis by Ref Ricerche, in the second quarter of 2024 Italy shows modest growth with a slightly increasing GDP, mainly supported by tourism, which reaches a historical record. While industry struggles to take off, the service sectors and…
The summer of 2024 has brought mixed signals for the Eurozone economy. Falling inflation was not enough to revive growth, with industry in difficulty and services recovering. The latest analysis by Ref Ricerche explains why
Bioengineering could transform every industry sector with 96% of organizations already exploring solutions. Sustainability emerges as a key driver for this revolution. Here is the result of the Capgemini Report
While services and construction continue to support regional growth, industry struggles to keep pace and recovery is expected only in the second half of the year
In 2024, Bankitalia expects a slight increase in manufacturing sales with more stable prices and declining investments while the construction sector could record a slight decline in production, after having benefited from significant growth in 2023 thanks…
For the next four years he will replace Giorgio Marsiaj, who has reached the end of his mandate. The presentation of the new presidential team will take place on June 25th, while the election by the general assembly is set for July 15th
On 7 and 8 June, 16 companies associated with the Turin Industrial Union will offer free guided tours of their factories. The event is part of the "Turin, space for the future" program, in the year in which Turin is the Capital of business culture
The event “Industry and finance in dialogue for sustainable development”, organized by the Pesenti Foundation and the Corriere della Sera Foundation in collaboration with Vontobel, highlighted the need for a combination of industry and sustainability to guarantee a future…
Given the forecast that seemed to outline the Textile-Clothing turnover at 64,4 billion euros, therefore growing by +3,0% compared to the previous year, the latest indications gathered point to a more contained end of the year, with a hypothetical turnover…
Vicenza's manufacturing production is in crisis, with a decline of -5,2% in the first quarter of 2024. Laura Dalla Vecchia, president of Confindustria Vicenza, denounces inadequate European policies and political immobility, aggravated by weak global demand and global uncertainties.…
The report drawn up by Intesa Sanpaolo and Prometeia on the analysis of industrial sectors: the turnover of Italian industry should stabilize at 1.160 billion euros at the end of the year, with an increase of 250 billion compared to 2019, closing a cycle…
May 1st in Taranto was a sad day due to the difficult situation of the former Ilva. The workers don't like the government's plan but the state seems to be the only one to guarantee money from the EU. Sales hypotheses
The 2023 financial statements and the distribution of a dividend of 0,75 euros per share have been approved. The purchase of own shares is also authorized
The excellent accounts of the Swiss ABB are dragging European industry upwards and consequently the stock markets, which continue to celebrate the future rate cut. The spread is stable, oil is down, nickel and aluminum prices are rising
Same has been registered in the special register of historical brands of national interest. In over 80 years of history, the company has been a key driver of Italian agricultural mechanization. Its tractors are marked with the iconic tiger logo
The Italian manufacturing sector confirms a stable turnover in the first 11 months of 2023. Consumption and investments are falling. Among the sectors, automotive (+14%) and pharmaceuticals did well, furniture (-8,7%) and household appliances did poorly
Confindustria needs a leader who is finally up to the challenges that await Italian industry but the race for the new Presidency is full of maneuvers and intrigues and not all candidates have the right requirements. The cards speak: Orsini…
According to the Intesa Sanpaolo District Monitor, in the first nine months of 2023 the overall exports of the industrial districts grew by +0,4% equal to 409 million euros. The mechanical and agri-food performances were excellent. The fashion system is declining…
In view of the preparation of a report on European competitiveness which will be presented after the European elections, the former prime minister sees all the top managers of EU industry
Exclusively for FIRSTonline, GFK data on domestic technology sales for the first 9 months in Italy - Positive news from Whirlpool awaiting the CMA verdict
The event organized with AIFI and Borsa Italiana - Euronext Group aims to make companies aware of the growth opportunities offered by extraordinary finance
The Agici Green Deal Monitor will be held on Tuesday 21 November at 13.15 pm in Rome - An opportunity for discussion between institutions and companies on the future of climate, energy and renewables
If the path towards the transition proceeds at the current pace, Italy will fail to meet the 2030 and 2050 objectives - By 2050, 60% of the territory will be at risk - "The country could suffer widespread losses and damage"
The last meeting of Confindustria Vicenza warned the political world about the risk of a serious recession coming, aggravated by the war in the Middle East. Adverse demography, job market, declining industrial production: exports are also showing signs of slowing down
The white paper, presented at the Turin Industrial Union, intends to provide a tool for reflection capable of outlining a ten-year vision of the production system and the Turin territory and the entire North West
