Italy 2nd
supplier
in the furniture and accessories sector for Israel
160,4 M €
Value of Italian exports in 2024
12.3 %
Market share of Italian exports
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+60.5%
of Italian exports
of machine tools for construction in Saudi Arabia
+28%
Italian exports of stone, plaster, and cement articles
+23%
Italian exports of parts and accessories for machine tools
Italy 2nd
supplier
supplier of leather machinery to India
11,63 M €
Value of italian exports in 2024
20.8%
Market share of italian export
Italy 5th
supplier
in the agricultural machinery sector to the United Kingdom
180 M €
Value of exports in 2024
7.2 %
Of the UK's imports in the sector
Italy 2nd
supplier
in the eyewear sector to the USA
4,76 BN €
Value of Italian exports in the first 11 months of 2024
31.7%
Market share of Italian exports
Italy 2nd
supplier
of jewellery to Japan
89,67 M €
Export value from January to October 2024
+12.09%
Compared to the same period of the previous year
Source: ITA elaboration on TDM data, ISTAT, Ministry of Commerce & Industry of India, “Centro Studi” of FederUnacoma, and the US Department of CommerceDownload the White Paper
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Fashion, Luxury & Lifestyle
Italy, the beating heart of fashion export
6.9% of world fashion exports come from Italy, which is the 1st European country for exports and the 2nd largest in the world. Made in Italy’s supremacy of excellence extends beyond the general level to sub-sectors such as textiles, footwear, and leather goods.
Source: "Osservatorio Economico" MAECI on TDM data.
Reference data time frame: 2024
Agri-food
When Italian taste conquers the world
Italy ranks 9th globally for agri-food product exports, making it a primary industry with a value of 48,389 million euros. Specifically, Italy is the world’s leading exporter of pasta, the second-largest for wine, olive oil and coffee exports.
Source: TDM data
Reference data time frame: 2024
Machinery
Made in Italy robotics on Europe's roof
In the Mechanics sector, Italy holds a significant position, through its ecosystem that values talent and invests in excellent training, research and innovation. Today, this standing also reflects in the robotics field, were consolidated skills and a dense network of companies allow Made in Italy to compete at the highest level.
Aerospace & Security
Italy’s aerospace industry reaches new heights
The Italian aerospace sector is the 7th largest globally, a strategic industry with 18 billion euros and 60.000 employees. Its production spans over 55% military and civil aircraft, and Airbus and Boeing supplies; 30% satellites and space modules for international missions; and 15% drone development, unmanned aircraft, and integrated security systems.
Source: “Il Sole 24 Ore”
Reference data time frame: 2024
Nautical
Made in Italy superyachts on the route to success
In 2024, the Italian nautical industry registered a 7.5% increase in exports compared to the previous year, reaching a value of 4,299 million euro. Approximately 51% of exports in this sector are super yachts, for which Italy is the leader with around 600 orders under construction.
Source: “Boat International”
Reference data time frame: 2024
Healthcare & Wellness
Italian biomedical industry, record-breaking export
The Italian Health and Wellness sector is the largest in Europe for the biomedical industry and the 2nd largest for the pharmaceutical industry. This has enabled the sector to attract the attention of foreign countries, with 49 billion euros in exports out of a total turnover of 52 billion. The figures for research and development are also positive: investment in the sector in Italy was almost 2 billion euros in 2022.
Source: “Il Sole 24 Ore”
Reference data time frame: 2024
Sustainable & Energy
Clean energy and environmental impact reduction: Italy is accelerating
About 60% of Italian LCT exports are concentrated in just two categories: clean energy production and environmental impact reduction. In Italy, the focus on renewable energies is increasing, so much so that in 2024 these met about 41% of domestic demand.
Source: Terna
Reference data time frame: 2024
Automotive
Italy in the global Top 15 for automotive
Italy is the 6th largest country in the world for exports of cycles and motorcycles, generating 3,779 million euros in 2024. Automotive exports, on the other hand, generated €23,830 million and contribute, together with body components, equipment, and engines, to ranking the Italian automotive industry in the top 15 of the world's top exporting countries.
Source: "Osservatorio Economico" MAECI on ISTAT data
Reference data time frame: 2024
Culture & Entertainment
Music, gaming, and software: Italy is accelerating
The Made in Italy culture and entertainment industry excels, year after year. Its music sector is the third strongest in Europe, while the gaming sector, with a turnover of 2.3 billion euros, is the fifth strongest in the EU. The latter is joined by the software sector, driving the entire cultural industry with 16,000 additional jobs.
Source: “Io Sono Cultura" by Symbola in partnership with Unioncamere and Deloitte
Reference data time frame: 2024
Design
Italy’s furniture industry among the global leaders
The furniture sector is the second most important in Europe in terms of number of companies and turnover. With around 66,000 active companies and a turnover of 53 billion euros, the Italian furniture industry is the second largest on the continent. Globally, the Italian sector contributes almost 10% of the world’s furniture exports.
Source: "Osservatorio Economico" MAECI on ISTAT data
Reference data time frame: 2024
What's Next in Italy: calendar of the upcoming trade fairs in Italy
Here you can find the next main trade fair events. Click to discover the complete calendar of the upcoming fairs.
May 13 - 15
Milano
Packaging Premiere - PCD
It showcases the best of luxury packaging, with creative solutions dedicated to premium and beauty brands.
May 14 - 16
Ferrara
RESTAURO
Dedicated to the conservation and restoration of cultural heritage, presenting innovative technologies and methods.
May 14 - 18
Roma
Edilexporoma
It offers a comprehensive overview of the latest technologies and materials in the construction sector, with emphasis on sustainability and energy efficiency.
May 14 - 16
Roma
CODEWAY
It promotes sustainable development and international cooperation, bringing together institutions and businesses for high-impact projects.
May 15 - 19
Torino
Salone Internazionale del Libro di Torino
Celebrates literature and publishing, involving authors, publishers and readers from all over the world.
May 15 - 17
Rimini
EXPODENTAL MEETING
The main Italian event dedicated to dental health, presenting advanced technological solutions and innovations in the dental field.
May 18 - 20
Napoli
VITIGNOITALIA
The event focused on Italian wines, enhancing native vines and promoting commercial meetings.
May 19 - 21
Napoli
TUTTOPIZZA
It highlights innovations in the pizza industry, from ingredients to production techniques.
May 21 - 24
Bologna
AUTOPROMOTEC
The point of reference for the automotive aftermarket, showcasing the latest technological innovations in the sector.
May 21 - 22
Vicenza
Focus on PCB
Exhibition of advanced solutions and technologies for the production of printed circuits, essential in the electronics industry.Are you an Italian company?
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