NewsRisks in the agri-food sector: how to manage them?
The sector's resilience is the focus of the conference organized in Italy by dss+
A comprehensive risk analysis in the agri-food sector: this is the summary of the conference organized in Bologna on March 3, 2026 by dss+ on "Risk Management in the Agri-Food Supply Chain."As Massimo... more
LiqueursCampari: numbers growing in 2025
Organic sales growth, penalized only by the impact of the hurricane in Jamaica
Last year, Campari Group grew across the board. This is evident from the annual report at December 31, 2025, approved by the Board of Directors. The company recorded organic growth in net sales of +2.4%... more
Mineral waters and drinksS.Pellegrino invests €9 million in biodiversity
Support for the redevelopment of an area in the Brembana Valley
Beneventi (CEO): "Different but complementary tools are available to address the challenges of climate change." more
DessertsFerrero strengthens its governance
Alessandro Nervegna is the new CEO of Ferrero Core. Lapo Civiletti heads Ferrero Ice Cream and WK Kellogg Co.
Ferrero has announced a new governance structure designed to consolidate its competitiveness in the packaged confectionery sector, introducing, effective September 1, 2026, two new leadership roles reporting... more
Packaging and logisticsAmcor expands its plant in Italy
Amcor Flexibles, 7,000 square meters in Lugo di Vicenza to meet demand for recyclable packaging
Amcor, a global leader in the development and manufacturing of responsible packaging solutions, has invested in a new production facility at its Amcor Flexibles site in Lugo di Vicenza (VI). The recently... more
WinesMasi Agricola closes 2025 with a loss
A loss of €1.4 million and declining revenue. However, margins improved with EBITDA rising.
The Board of Directors of Masi Agricola, a company listed on Euronext Growth Milan and a leading Italian producer of premium wines, met yesterday. The company approved the draft financial statements and... more
NewsDeliveroo Italy: The investigating judge appoints a judicial administrator
The "urgent decree" has been validated. Deliveroo responds: "We are cooperating with the authorities."
Milan's investigating judge Roberto Crepaldi has validated the emergency decree issued by prosecutor Paolo Storari placing a judicial administrator on Deliveroo Italy, the Italian subsidiary of the food... more
Government actsNew PGI from Finland and Slovakia
An unleavened focaccia and a rustic sausage in the EU register of denominations
The European Commission has approved the addition of "Aitoo perunarieska" (Finland) and "Liptovské šialence" (Slovakia) to its register of protected geographical indications (PGIs). Finnish Aitoo perunarieska i... more
FairsTuttofood: 90% of spaces are booked
Fiere di Parma and Koelnmesse strengthen their partnership at the Italian-German summit
In the context of the recent Italy-Germany intergovernmental summit held in Rome, where both countries reaffirmed their commitment to expanding cooperation in key sectors, including industry and agriculture,... more
Economy and financeIntesa Sanpaolo is Italy's Best Investment Bank
Recognition obtained by the group for the sixth consecutive year
Intesa Sanpaolo has been named Italy's Best Investment Bank by Global Finance, a prestigious U.S. financial publication. Global Finance, through its IMI Corporate & Investment Banking Division, led by... more
PeopleA Danone manager joins the Stellantis board
The assembly will appoint Juergen Esser
Stellantis announced that it has published the agenda and explanatory notes for the 2026 Annual General Meeting (AGM), which will be held on April 14, 2026, in Amsterdam. "The terms of John Elkann as executive... more
NewsThe Italy-Canada Award looks to future generations
The call for innovative projects in strategic sectors with an international focus
The Canadian Embassy in Italy has announced the launch of the 14th Canada-Italy Innovation Award. This initiative aims to promote talent and strengthen collaborations between Italian and Canadian companies.... more
Import-exportItalian ice cream is popular in Asia
The country is the fourth largest European exporter of the product
Italian gelato continues to conquer the Asian market. According to the latest Economic Observatory of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, in the first half of 2025, gelato exports... more
PeopleDanone: Chiara Gasparrini appointed Director of Operations Italy-Gr...
She will have to ensure operational excellence and support sustainable growth
Danone has announced the appointment of Chiara Gasparrini as its new Director of Operations for Italy and Greece. In her new role, Gasparrini will be responsible for leading the Operations processes and... more
Government actsMercosur: Von der Leyen announces the launch of a "provisional" app...
The Treaty with the EU can only be fully concluded after approval by the European Parliament
The EU-Mercosur treaty will begin to apply "provisionally," even before final approval by the European Parliament. This was announced by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen , noting that... more
BeverageHeineken Names Romain Apert Chief Digital & Technology Officer
He will succeed Ronald den Elzen starting May 15th.
Heineken has announced the appointment of Romain Apert as Chief Digital & Technology Officer and member of the Heineken Executive Team, effective May 15. Currently Chief Information Officer Petcare at... more
GlutenfreeDr. Schär: 2025 turnover of €632 million
Investments of 28 million euros are planned, particularly in Italy, Spain and Germany.
Dr. Schär closed 2025 with a 1.3% increase in global revenue, reaching €632 million compared to €624 million in 2024. These results are supported by an integrated strategy based on internationalization, the... more
FairsMacfrut 2026: A Double Mission to Ghana and Angola
Both countries will be present at the next edition (Rimini Expo Centre 21-23 April)
Africa is a strategic area for Macfrut, which is at the center of a dual mission to the continent involving Ghana and Angola. Both missions, organized in conjunction with the Italian Trade Agency (ITA)... more
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BeverageHeineken Names Romain Apert Chief Digital & Technology Officer
He will succeed Ronald den Elzen starting May 15th.
Heineken has announced the appointment of Romain Apert as Chief Digital & Technology Officer and member of the Heineken Executive Team, effective May 15. Currently Chief Information Officer Petcare at... more
BeverageHeineken Italy invested in the Massafra brewery
The new plant will allow a saving of 13 thousand cubic meters of water per year
A total investment of €700,000 will save 13,000 cubic meters of water annually, equivalent to about five Olympic-sized swimming pools. These are the figures for the new rainwater reuse project launched b... more
Economy and financeCTH Invest, turnover at €3.25 B (+9.9%)
Ferrero's parent company is a global leader in the sugar and premium biscuits categories.
PeopleIllva Saronno: Robert Cullis appointed new CCO for its spirits divi...
The manager will retain his position as CEO of Disaronno International LLC.
Government actsMercosur: Von der Leyen announces the launch of a "provisional" app...
The Treaty with the EU can only be fully concluded after approval by the European Parliament
Fairs
FairsTuttofood: 90% of spaces are booked
Fiere di Parma and Koelnmesse strengthen their partnership at the Italian-German summit
In the context of the recent Italy-Germany intergovernmental summit held in Rome, where both countries reaffirmed their commitment to expanding cooperation in key sectors, including industry and agriculture,... more
FairsMacfrut 2026: A Double Mission to Ghana and Angola
Both countries will be present at the next edition (Rimini Expo Centre 21-23 April)
Africa is a strategic area for Macfrut, which is at the center of a dual mission to the continent involving Ghana and Angola. Both missions, organized in conjunction with the Italian Trade Agency (ITA)... more
FairsNew products on display at Fruit Logistica Berlin: Orsero is also p...
From February 4th to 6th: the fair attempts to break the 2025 record with 2,600 exhibitors
FairsTuttofood Milan 2026: Middle East and North Africa on the rise
Double-digit increase in exhibitors from that region. Egypt and Saudi Arabia make their debuts.
