Fusioni & Acquisizioni

🚢 Msc is expanding its business by acquiring the Genoese sportswear company, Slam, to boost its market presence. Expect Slam's brand onboard Msc ships soon. Msc already controls Italo and Il Secolo XIX. Despite a failed final stage negotiation with Ita Airways, Msc continues to explore opportunities, carefully evaluating potential acquisitions from its Geneva headquarters. Gianluigi Aponte’s strategic patience in the airline sector indicates a focus on long-term investments aligned with Msc’s maritime heritage.

💰 In 2024, Telme SpA, a leading company in medium-sized machinery production, reported over €11 million in revenue with 40 employees, operating in 80+ countries. F4 Holding, backed by the Faelli family, acquired 100% of Telme to strengthen its presence in the gelato and pastry sector. Founded in 1987 in Codogno, Telme aims to innovate and expand its international reach. Pirola Corporate Finance and Equity Factory facilitated the transaction.

📈 Granarolo SpA acquisisce West Horsley Dairy Limited, fondata da Philip e Catherine Colton nel 1992, per rafforzare il mercato britannico, particolarmente a Londra. West Horsley serve 500 clienti con 73 dipendenti e 43 veicoli refrigerati, generando 16 milioni di sterline nel 2024. L'acquisizione segue la strategia di Granarolo di espandersi nel Regno Unito, detenendo una quota del 12,8% del dairy italiano esportato. Granarolo punta a integrare prodotti italiani nel portafoglio di West Horsley.

🌊 In 2024, the Bahamas attract foreign investments reaching $10 billion, with luxury brands like Rosewood and Four Seasons involved. The Cove Eleuthera joins Relais & Châteaux. The Star of the Seas by Royal Caribbean debuted with stops at Perfect Day at CocoCay, and Freeport’s new terminal accommodates up to 10,000 passengers daily. American Airlines increases flights from Miami to Marsh Harbour and North Eleuthera, while Delta offers daily nonstop Detroit–Nassau flights from December 20, 2025, to April 12, 2026.

🏝️ Round Hill Hotel and Villas, on Jamaica's northern coast, joins The Set Collection, becoming its first Caribbean property. Occupying 44 hectares of former pineapple plantations, it offers 27 private pool villas and 36 Ralph Lauren-designed oceanfront suites. As the 11th member, it emphasizes unique hospitality and history. CEO Robin Stangroom highlights shared brand values. Culinary and spa experiences celebrate local heritage, with activities like hiking, rafting, and ziplining available.

💸 Italia, luglio 2025: La bilancia dei pagamenti turistica ha raggiunto un surplus di 4,3 miliardi di euro. Entrate turistiche cresciute del 5,6% a 7,8 miliardi di euro. Uscite aumentate del 7,5% a 3,5 miliardi. Tra maggio e luglio 2025, entrate su del 4,5%, uscite su del 7,3% rispetto al 2024. Spesa turisti extra-Ue aumentata del 6,5%, Ue del 2,8%. La spesa italiana all’estero: Ue 8,1%, extra-Ue 6,5%.

🏨 Xenia Hôtellerie Solution S.p.A. acquired Italica Turismo, including four 4-star hotels and the Italica Dmc tour operator, for €6.5 million. The deal expands Xenia's portfolio to 17 hotels, achieving their 2025 target early. The hotels include Bellamonte in Predazzo, Garden Area in Rome, Sighientu in Quartu Sant'Elena, and La Tonnara in Bonagia. CEO Ercolino Ranieri emphasizes the strategic expansion in high-value tourist areas and brand growth for Phi Hotels.

📅 2026, Rosewood plans to open Rosewood Blue Palace Crete and Rosewood Red Sea in Shura Island, Saudi Arabia. The rebranding emphasizes storytelling, personal experiences, and seamless interaction via a new website. Rosewood Courchevel Le Jardin Alpin is their first mountain retreat. Rosewood Calistoga in Napa Valley and Rosewood Seoul will focus on well-being and cultural luxury. Sonia Cheng, CEO, highlights a purpose-driven approach bridging culture and hospitality.

🏖 The Sense Experience Resort in Tuscany, Italy, joins the luxury network Fora Travel in October 2025, offering exclusive privileges and tailored services to guests. The resort, part of the Icon Collection, blends contemporary design with nature and authentic hospitality. CEO Federico Ficcanterri highlights the partnership's enhancement of guest experiences. Fora Travel, a New York-based agency, curates exclusive travel experiences globally, emphasizing elegance and cultural immersion.

📈 UNA Italian Hospitality, led by Giorgio Marchegiani, reported positive growth in 2024 with €217.7 million in hotel revenues. In 2025, occupancy rose to 76%, ADR reached €164 (+2.44%), and RevPAR hit €125 (+4%). In the first nine months, room nights increased by 2.9%, with notable growth from India (+22%), the Far East (+21%), and the UK (+20%). Italy remains the top market at 32%, and the US at 11.6%, up by 3.4%.