Giuridico e Amministrativo

🍪 Bruxelles is set to shelve the adoption of the Nutriscore, a traffic-light nutrition labeling system used in France and Belgium but not officially approved EU-wide. Nutriscore, launched in France in 2017, is used by some European countries including Germany, the Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, Spain, and Switzerland. A qualified majority in the EU Council, at least 15 countries representing 65% of the EU population, is required for adoption. Countries opposing Nutriscore include Italy, Cyprus, Greece, Latvia, Czech Republic, Romania, Hungary, Spain, and Poland, exceeding the blocking minority (4 countries, 35% of EU population). Criticisms focus on misleading classifications, as Nutriscore evaluates foods per 100 grams, not accounting for actual consumption amounts, misleadingly labeling foods like olive oil as harmful. The EU is challenged to develop a fair, personalized labeling system.

📚 Trinity ViaggiStudio expands its internationalization strategy by acquiring St. Andrews College Language Schools through its international sister company, Trinity International Education. Targeting the Chinese market, the company offers English language study opportunities to more students. Following a roadshow in Chengdu, Beijing, and Shanghai, there's a noted high interest among Chinese families for overseas educational programs. To support Chinese students' access to UK and US colleges, Trinity ViaggiStudio collaborates with local partners, aiming to provide immersive learning experiences in international environments, blending Italian excellence with the Anglo-Saxon education system.

💸 Jet fuel cost experienced a slight decrease in February, maintaining above $700 threshold, averaging $746.99 per ton. IATA reported a $12.08 drop (-1.59%) from the previous month, and a $147.11 decrease (-16.45%) from the same month last year. Euro appreciated by 0.57% against the dollar, with an exchange rate of $1.04125 per euro according to the ECB.

✈ Turkish Airlines will launch flights from Istanbul to Phnom Penh, Cambodia on December 10, expanding its Southeast Asian network to 11 destinations in 7 countries. Flights will operate three times a week with layovers in Bangkok; from Turkey on Wednesday, Friday, Sunday, and from Cambodia on Monday, Thursday, Saturday. Chairman Ahmet Bolat emphasizes the strategic connection for tourism and business, noting Turkish Airlines as the sole European carrier to the destination. Services will run until the end of March 2026.

🛫 The strike on March 8 will heavily affect the transportation sector, with railways striking from 9 PM on March 7 until 9 PM the following day; essential services are guaranteed from 6-9 AM and 6-9 PM. Air transport employees will also strike for 24 hours on March 8, with protected time slots from 7-10 AM and 6-9 PM. Passengers may request refunds for travel cancellations due to the strike.

📖 Tuscany promotes 'family friendly' tourism in Germany at ITB. Francesco Tapinassi, director of Toscana Promozione, aims to showcase Tuscany by themes and passions. Campaign targets families, including multi-generational travel, significant for Eastern European markets. Clara Savanera, International Relations Coordinator for Toscana Promozione Turistica, highlights trekking routes, amusement parks, culinary workshops, interactive museums, water parks (Livorno, Cecina), and the Tarot Garden in Maremma. Coastal attractions include the archaeo-mining park of San Silvestro, Populonia's archaeological park, and Suvereto's museum with a 50/60 doll collection. A literary itinerary celebrates Carducci's world in Castagneto Carducci and Bolgheri, with statues and museums. 2023 marks 550 years since Michelangelo's birth and 650 years since Boccaccio's death, prompting themed itineraries.

🏖 Matteo Salvini, Italian Minister of Infrastructure, assured beach entrepreneurs of indemnity clarity by March 31 during the General States of Beach Entrepreneurship in Rome. The discussions, initiated by syndicate president Antonio Capacchione, focus on fair compensation for businesses losing their concessions due to the Bolkestein law. A draft decree meeting is set for March 11, considering investments and commercial value. Salvini also mentioned renegotiation of rents and youth employment as lifeguards.

🏖️ Italy's beach establishments represent 40% of its tourism sector, with 6717 enterprises in 2024. 42% are located in the South and on islands, while Emilia Romagna, Tuscany, and Liguria lead with 14.2%, 12.8%, and 10.9% of businesses, respectively. One-third of the establishments cover up to 500 sqm, 30% up to 3000 sqm, and 4% exceed 10000 sqm. Predominantly managed by men (69%), aged 40-64 with high school diplomas. The industry employs around 67,000 workers, 48,000 full-time, averaging 7 employees per establishment. In 2023, Italian beach tourist arrivals surpassed 175 million, with domestic visitors slightly exceeding foreign visitors at 89 million versus 85 million. Revenue-wise, 68% of businesses earn up to €250,000 annually, 18.6% up to €500,000, 10% reach €1 million, and 3.4% exceed that. Over the past decade, investments have focused on services rather than infrastructure. Beach services account for 41% of total revenue, followed by bars (24%) and restaurants (20%), which also help extend the season from 6 to 8 months.

🛫 Silver Airways abruptly canceled all operations at Orlando Airport, leaving customers stranded during a busy weekend. The situation is linked to the airline's ongoing bankruptcy protection and restructuring phase. Speculations suggest a failed contract extension with the airport as a trigger. Despite this, Silver Airways remains active, flying to destinations like Fort Lauderdale, Tampa, and Puerto Rico.

🏖 Volonline Group saw a revenue increase in 2024 with +35% in tourism and +15% in air ticketing. Prospects for 2025 suggest growth of around 46% in tourism and 20% in air ticketing. Ranked 245th out of 1000 European companies by Statista for Financial Times, Volonline experienced a 673.7% absolute growth rate and a 97.8% compound annual growth rate from 2020-2023. Founder & CEO Luigi Deli credits technology, digital developments, and comprehensive business unit creation, including B2B and B2B2C brands, for their positive performance.