Category Archives: Italy

Press Releases & News from Italy distributed via EuropaWire

Rally Sweden 2024: Studded Sottozero Tyres Only; Route Features Technical Challenges

(IN BRIEF) The 2024 edition of Rally Sweden, marking the second round of the WRC and the first for the Junior category, introduces significant changes to the route compared to the previous year. Teams will face technical sections with more … Read the full press release

EQT Infrastructure Terminates Planned Acquisition of Italy’s Largest Mobile Network from Wind Tre

(IN BRIEF) EQT Infrastructure VI fund has confirmed the termination of its agreement to acquire a majority stake in Italy’s largest mobile network from Wind Tre, as announced on May 12, 2023. The decision to terminate the transaction was made … Read the full press release

Webuild’s Environmental Leadership Recognized with ‘A-‘ Rating in Climate Change Programme 2023

(IN BRIEF) Webuild, a global leader in the fight against climate change, has received an “A-” rating in the Climate Change Programme 2023 by CDP (formerly Carbon Disclosure Project), surpassing the average ratings of both the European region and the … Read the full press release

Fincantieri Launches “Masters of the Sea” Initiative to Address Shipbuilding Labor Shortage

(IN BRIEF) Fincantieri has introduced the “Masters of the Sea” project, a collaboration with the ELIS consortium, aimed at alleviating the shortage of skilled labor in the shipbuilding industry. This initiative, unveiled in Rome, entails a paid training program leading … Read the full press release

Generali Partners with TCC to Establish Generali Convention Center Trieste

(IN BRIEF) Generali and TCC-Trieste Convention Center have announced a three-year agreement naming the largest multifunctional convention center in northeastern Italy as the Generali Convention Center Trieste. This partnership reflects Generali’s commitment to fostering Trieste’s growth potential by supporting the … Read the full press release

EIB and Terna Seal €500 Million Deal for Tyrrhenian Link Renewable Energy Project

(IN BRIEF) During the EIB Forum in Luxembourg, the European Investment Bank (EIB) and Terna signed a €500 million financing contract, marking the final tranche of the €1.9 billion financing for the Tyrrhenian Link project. This submarine electricity cable, spanning … Read the full press release

Eni CEO and Indonesian President Discuss Energy Transition and Gas Potential in High-Level Meeting

(IN BRIEF) The President of Indonesia, Joko Widodo, met with Claudio Descalzi, the CEO of Eni, in Jakarta to discuss Eni’s ongoing projects and future initiatives in Indonesia. Descalzi highlighted Eni’s significant milestones in 2023, including the discovery of 5 … Read the full press release

EOS Investment Management Group Acquires Six Solar Greenfield Projects in Italy from Lightsource bp

(IN BRIEF) EOS Investment Management Group (EOS IM) and Lightsource bp have finalized the sale of six solar greenfield projects in Italy to EOS IM, adding a 294MW portfolio to their existing solar power assets in Italy. These projects, either … Read the full press release

Logicor Expands Its Presence in Italy with Sustainable Warehouse Development in Rolo

(IN BRIEF) Logicor, a prominent player in European logistics real estate, has commenced the construction of a new environmentally conscious warehouse spanning approximately 13,600 sqm at its logistics park in Rolo (RE), Italy. The project, set to be finished by … Read the full press release

Eni Achieves ISO 37301 Certification for Robust Compliance Management System

(IN BRIEF) Eni SpA has successfully obtained ISO 37301:2021 certification for its Compliance Management System from Italy’s leading certification body, RINA Services SpA. This recognition reinforces Eni’s commitment to promoting a culture of compliance, ethics, and sustainability within the organization. … Read the full press release

Eni Confirms Construction of Italy’s Third Bio-Refinery in Livorno

(IN BRIEF) Eni has officially confirmed its plan to build Italy’s third bio-refinery in Livorno, as part of its decarbonization strategy aiming for carbon neutrality by 2050. The project includes the construction of three new facilities for the production of … Read the full press release

Europe’s Largest Solar Panel Gigafactory, 3Sun, Secures €560 Million to Boost Clean Energy Production

(IN BRIEF) 3Sun, a photovoltaic cell and module production gigafactory owned by Enel Green Power, has successfully obtained a substantial financial package of 560 million euros to expand its production capacity, making it the largest solar factory in Europe with … Read the full press release

Ahlstrom Invests in Molecular Filtration Media Production Line to Enhance Air Quality Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Ahlstrom is reinforcing its position as a leader in the global filtration industry by investing in a new production line for molecular filtration media in Turin, Italy. With a focus on improving air quality in closed environments like … Read the full press release

Windward Offshore Expands Order for Hybrid CSOVs from Vard

(IN BRIEF) The Windward Offshore consortium has exercised options to expand its contract with Vard, a subsidiary of the Fincantieri group, for the design and construction of two additional hybrid Commissioning Service Operation Vessels (CSOVs), bringing the total to four … Read the full press release

Webuild Secures Lucrative Contract for Ontario Line’s Pape Tunnel and Underground Stations Development

(IN BRIEF) Milan-based construction company, Webuild Group, has entered into a joint venture with Fomento de Construcciones y Contratas Canada Ltd. (“FCC Canada”) to win a contract valued at approximately €700 million to €1.3 billion for the development and construction … Read the full press release

Plenitude Enhances Spanish Offshore Wind Portfolio with BlueFloat and Sener Collaboration

(IN BRIEF) Plenitude, an Italian energy company specializing in renewable energy, has joined forces with BlueFloat Energy and Sener Renewable Investments to advance offshore wind projects in Spain. This partnership strengthens their existing consortium and creates a dominant player in … Read the full press release

Terna to Inform Citizens of Ferrara About Electricity Grid Restructuring Project

(IN BRIEF) On January 24th, Terna will host an information session at the Giorgio Bassani Library in Ferrara to present the upcoming restructuring of the city’s electricity grid. The project involves replacing overhead lines with underground cables, constructing a new … Read the full press release

Vespa Unveils Limited-Edition Vespa 946 Dragon and Dragon Varsity Jacket for Lunar New Year Celebration

(IN BRIEF) Vespa, the iconic Italian scooter brand, introduces a limited-edition Vespa 946 Dragon and matching Dragon Varsity Jacket in honor of the Year of the Dragon. The Vespa 946 Dragon, produced in a limited run of 1888 units, showcases … Read the full press release

WIIT Secures €10 Million Loan with Green Guarantee from Intesa Sanpaolo for Sustainability Projects

(IN BRIEF) WIIT S.p.A., a leading European enterprise cloud computing services provider, has received a €10 million loan with a Green Guarantee from Intesa Sanpaolo to support sustainability projects, specifically the pursuit of its Environmental Objectives under the WIIT4Climate initiative. … Read the full press release

Fincantieri Earns Top Employer Italy Certification for the Third Consecutive Year in 2024

(IN BRIEF) Fincantieri, the Italian shipbuilding company, has been awarded the Top Employer Italy certification for the third consecutive year in 2024. This prestigious certification recognizes companies that excel in human resources strategies and policies aimed at enhancing employee well-being … Read the full press release