Distribuzione e Revenue

🏡 Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices, with a global network of 1,500 offices across 4 continents and 12 countries, indicates increasing attention towards Italy, particularly in areas like the northern Lakes and Tuscany. ENIT forecasts that by 2025, high-end tourism in Italy will be one of the fastest-growing sectors, with luxury accommodations rising from 682 five-star hotels in 2024 to 712 in 2025. The Lake Como area sees a 10-15% annual increase in tourism, with demand outpacing supply, while Lake Maggiore recorded 4.7 million visits in 2022.

✈ Provo Air Center, leading independent fixed base operator in Turks and Caicos, expands to South Caicos, enhancing private jet terminal services. This strategic move by Provo Air Center allows private jet owners and operators to enjoy full fueling services and simplified entry at South Caicos airport, marking a significant development in the region's tourism sector. Details on the expanded services were reported by traveldailynews.com.

🍷 Italian wine exports hit a record €8 billion in turnover in 2024, with nearly 22 million hectoliters shipped abroad, marking a +5.5% increase in value and +3.2% in quantity compared to the previous year. Sparkling wines, representing 25% of export volume and 29% of value, saw a 12% growth in quantity and a 9% rise in revenue. Italy remains the world leader in exported volumes, second in value after France. DOP wines grew by 6.5% in value and 7.6% in volume. The U.S. confirmed as Italy's top wine market, accounting for 24% of total export turnover, up 10.2% in value. Other key markets include Germany, the U.K., Canada (+15.3% revenue), and Russia (over +40% in both value and volume).

📊 Newlat Food closed 2024 with record financial results, achieving consolidated revenues of €2.8 billion. The normalized EBITDA stood at €177.6 million, with a 6.4% margin. The operating result (EBIT) reached €194.5 million, a 10.1% increase. Net consolidated profit grew by 5.3% to €142.3 million. The underlying free cash flow was €225 million, with total free cash flow hitting €197 million. Adjusted net financial position improved to -€346 million as of December 31, 2024. The ND/EBITDA ratio (including IFRS 16) was 1.95x, dropping to 1.38x excluding IFRS 16. Revenue by product category saw a 9% growth in Fish to €465 million, a 6% increase in Milk Products to €274.5 million, and a 5% rise in Drinks to €354.5 million. Dairy Products grew by 5% to €60.1 million, while Pasta declined by 9% to €193.3 million. Special Products decreased by 30% to €23.6 million. For 2025, the company anticipates a €15 million reduction in financial expenses.

🍕 Pizzaiolo Valerio Di Bratto from Battipaglia created the unique "Strappata®," neither pizza, bread, nor focaccia. The Di Bratto family, including sons Pietro and Alex, initiated a rebranding and a new contemporary menu. The "Strappata®," a registered trademark, has been a signature dish since 1998. The menu boasts five variants including the "Classica dal 1998" with regional Italian ingredients. The pizza dough is an indirect mix with a 48-hour fermentation. The family-owned Pizzeria La Strappata® was established in 1998, focusing solely on high-quality pizza since 2015 with three rooms and 180 seats. The Di Bratto family manages the pizzeria with Valerio, Pietro, Alex, Antonietta De Martino, Anna, and Lorella Di Bratto making up the team.

✈ In the UK last winter, 27% of air passengers experienced travel disruptions, totaling 14.4 million affected travelers. Among them, 508,000 were entitled to compensation, mostly for delays under 3 hours. January saw the highest cancellation rate at 2.7%, followed by December at 2.6%. The most problematic route was London Heathrow to Kotoka (Ghana) with 61% of passengers facing issues. The most punctual routes were London Stansted to Dubai and London Heathrow to Galeão (Brazil), both with 91% on-time departures.

📌 Aeroporti di Roma (Adr) partners with Be my Eyes to enhance airport accessibility for the visually impaired, offering personalized, real-time assistance. Marina Maschio, ADR assistance's managing director, emphasizes the commitment to accessibility and innovation. The collaboration allows visually impaired travelers to navigate terminals, access flight information, and more through an app with just a click, using artificial intelligence or live video support from volunteers.

🚢 The "La Nautica in Cifre Monitor – Trend di mercato 2024/2025" report by Confindustria Nautica highlights Italian nautical sector trends. Despite excellent results until 2023, the nautical industry faced complexities in 2024, leading to growth normalization. Yet, prospects remain positive, especially with 572 superyachts (over 24 meters) under construction out of a global total of 1,138. December 2024 saw a portfolio order increase or stability for 34% of superyacht companies compared to December 2023. For units up to 24 meters, 22% predict a 2025 revenue increase; 45% expect stability, and 33% foresee decline. Accessory and motor sector projections for 2025 are positive for 16%, stable for 63%, and negative for 21%. Charter sector entrepreneurs are split, with 50% expecting positive growth and 43% stability, while 7% project a minor downturn. Turistic ports anticipate growth in all main revenue components for 2025, with increases from +1.5% for berth sales to +3.2% for transient moorings. Italian nautical production reached a historic high with €4.5 billion in exports as of September 2024. Italy remains the top global exporter of pleasure units and is featured alongside traditional industry pillars in the "Libro Verde made in Italy 203

🏖️ Tunisia witnessed a comeback in tourism with a total of 10 million international arrivals in 2024, experiencing a 20% growth in the Italian market. The trend shifted towards cultural tourism, with increased interest in the country's historical, archaeological, and cultural sites, aiding in the destagionalization of Tunisia's tourism which was previously focused on coastal attractions during summer months. Enhancements in connections, like Tunisair's new Catania-Tunis flight, aim to further market growth, particularly in Southern Italy. The national tourism board's promotional campaign 'Vivi l’istante' targets various niches, including up-level tourism with a focus on golf and thalassotherapy, and spotlighting northern regions like Tabarka. Digital channels are also being leveraged to achieve the goal of attracting 200,000 Italian visitors.

🏨 BZAR hotels acquired six new hotels in early 2025, investing €7 million into the Signature and Gateway segments. Signature hotels, like Hotel Adoro, Palazzo delle Coppelle, and Hotel Fori Imperiali in Rome, and Palazzo Buenos Aires in Milan, cap at 45 rooms. The Gateway segment welcomes Castello di Leonina in Tuscany and Borgo La Ferriera in Tuscia. Currently, BZAR has over 50 hotels, totaling 1,700 rooms and suites in Italy, with revenue projections exceeding €65 million for 2025, according to Filippo Ribacchi, President and Founder.