Giuridico e Amministrativo

🏡 The ATECO ISTAT code, crucial for property managers in Italy for tax and statistical purposes, was revised on January 1, 2025. The new ATECO 2025 system introduces distinct codes for Bed and Breakfasts and vacation rentals, and a specific code for property managers, providing a clearer classification. By January 1, 2025, managers must ensure their business information aligns with the new ATECO ISTAT structure, with automatic updates by Italian Chambers of Commerce anticipated. Non-compliance may lead to regulatory issues, missed incentives, and potential fines.

💰 La Commissione Europea ha approvato l'acquisizione di Cigierre da QuattroR SGR e BC Partners, senza riserve, in base al regolamento UE sulle concentrazioni. Cigierre, fondata da Marco Di Giusto, è nota per brand come Old Wild West e America Graffiti. L'operazione mira a consolidare e ampliare la presenza di Cigierre in Italia e all'estero, sostenendo la qualità e l'innovazione.

💸 The European Union is revising compensation rules for flight delays, affecting passenger protections for delays over 3 hours, under regulation 261/2004. Compensation varies: €250 for flights up to 1500km, €400 for 1500-3500km, and €600 for longer distances. Flights must depart from or arrive in the EU (including Switzerland). Poland, as EU Council President, proposes extending compensation delay to 5 hours, and 12 hours for long-haul flights. Last year, 2% of flights qualified for €2 billion in total compensation. Consumer associations estimate that 85% of passengers currently eligible for compensation would lose that right under new rules due to most delays being under 5 hours.

🏕 Loredana Arcangeli reminisces about the early days of Oman tourism 26 years ago, when the country was uncharted for travelers. Originaltour, celebrating 35 years, transported 2,000 clients for diving adventures 23 years ago. Oman's transformation includes 53 desert tented camps and improved infrastructure. Originaltour, led by Arcangeli and Elena Innocenti in Muscat, is now the leading international tour operator for off-road passenger tours.

🏖 The Italian Ministry of Tourism is addressing seasonal workers' housing needs to support hospitality business owners and tackle personnel shortages. Minister Daniela Santanchè has pledged to focus on "staff houses", aiming to reduce costs for employers and improve the quality of life for young workers, as stated during an event in Verona.

🏡 Smart homes are acclaimed for their energy efficiency, reducing heating and cooling consumption by up to 30% with smart thermostats and cutting electric use by 15-20% with LED bulbs and automation. Traditional homes, in contrast, tend to waste more energy. Smart buildings can slash greenhouse gas emissions by up to 40%. A typical family may save €500-700 annually on energy bills, recouping smart device investments within 3-5 years. In the hospitality industry, services like Ok Home integrate smart home technology in short-term rentals, offering remote management, personalized guest experiences, and energy savings, enhancing property competitiveness, operational cost reduction, and lower environmental impact.

📚 Unione Italiana Food, in partnership with SISA, introduced the "Premio Andrea Ghiselli" for young researchers under 40 in nutrition and alimentation, honoring the renowned nutritionist who passed away a year ago. The award, worth 3,000 euros, will be biennial and open to master's graduates in various scientific disciplines. Candidates can apply at info@sisalimentazione.it, with results announced by December 30, 2025. The winner also gains free SISA membership for the first year and entry to the National Conference.

🍻 James Vyse, an ex-bartender from London, invented a self-chilling can after over 500 attempts, beating giants like Coca-Cola and Heineken. The Cool Can cools contents in under two minutes without electricity. Trump's potential 200% tariffs on EU alcohol could adversely affect the US market, with the US alcohol industry supporting over $200 billion in economic activity and 1.7 million jobs. Beveland Distillers of Spain introduced Aigin, the first gin developed with AI, analyzing over two million ingredient combinations.

🍼 The "In Europe we care for Beef" project hosted tasting events on March 3 at Terrazza Tevere in Rome and March 10 at Palazzo Caracciolo in Naples, in collaboration with Associazione Professionale Cuochi Italiani (APCI). The Rome event featured high-quality beef dishes by Chef Fabrizia Ventura, including a tris of tartare and a Carpaccio "Primavera 1950". The Naples event, part of the Le Stelle della Ristorazione Academy symposium, spotlighted chefs Gennaro Esposito and Carmine Di Donna. High-quality Scottona beef with SQNZ certification was presented, promoting European beef quality and certification. More events are planned to continue the initiative. For more info, visit www.eucarebeef.eu.

🍪 Ar.pa Lieviti, active for over 50 years, offers Giallocrema, a powdered mix for custard cream aimed at the professional food sector. The mix, made from cornstarch, potato starch, and vanillin, enables easy creation of various creams with customizable consistency and taste. Using 15-20g per liter of milk produces a dense cream, ideal for pastries and desserts. Giallocrema is gluten-free, complying with EU Regulation 828/2014, and has a 4-year shelf life. It's available in a 2kg resealable, recyclable bucket designed for bakeries, patisseries, and restaurants.