Giuridico e Amministrativo

🍺 At Beer&Food Attraction, Michelin-starred chef Gennaro Esposito spoke with Fabio Russo for HorecaTv about his pursuit of quality and the role of fairs in showcasing excellence at his restaurant "La Torre del Saracino" in Vico Equense (NA). Esposito highlighted the Ferrarelle family's commitment to biodiversity and the territory at the Parco Sorgenti Ferrarelle di Riardo, and their collaboration with FAI. The fair featured Electa, a new alkaline, delicate, and pure water, distinct from Ferrarelle and Maxima, which Esposito plans to introduce at his restaurant.

🍴 The Confederazione Italiana Cuochi e Artigiani per l'Enogastronomia (CICA-E) was announced as a new association aiming to protect and promote Italian culinary excellence. Founded by 11 professionals including chefs and artisans, the first official meeting occurred on March 31. CICA-E's approach differs by focusing on meritocracy and certified experience. The Italian gastronomic heritage, valued over €200 billion, faces threats from globalization. Future plans include professional courses, events, certifications, and collaboration for heritage protection. Membership is open to industry professionals. Details at www.cica-e.it or info@cica-e.it.

✈ Genova Airport's board approved the 2024 budget, witnessed 1.33 million passengers, a 4.3% growth. Revenue for 2024 reached €30.1 million, up 4.6% from €28.8 million in 2023. Costs decreased by 3.3% to €29.4 million in 2024 from €30.4 million in 2023. EBITDA stood at €2.3 million, compared to a €803,000 loss in 2023. Net profit was €255,000, reversing a €1.88 million loss in 2023. In early 2025, passenger traffic grew by 15.8%, with over 255,000 passengers. Traffic boost came from increased frequencies by KLM, Wizz Air's new Budapest route and Ryanair's expanded domestic and London flights.

✈ Iberia has bolstered its winter flight program to Italy, France, and Austria. Rome will see an increase to 44 weekly connections due to the 2025 Jubilee, offering 380,000 seats for the season. France remains the top connected country in Iberia's network with over 180 weekly flights; Paris will have up to 11 daily flights. Austria grows with the Madrid-Vienna route reaching 23 weekly frequencies and 180,000 total seats, alongside direct flights to Innsbruck. Additionally, winter routes to Rovaniemi and Tromso resume, from December 3, 2025, to February 28, 2026, and March 1, 2026, respectively, with two weekly flights.

🚨 After the earthquake on March 28, Thailand's tourism and transportation report normal operations. BTS Skytrain, MRT blue and purple lines resumed services on March 28 and 29, respectively, while pink and yellow lines remain closed. All Bangkok airports, including Suvarnabhumi, are operational. Long-distance train services from Bangkok's Grand Central resumed. Din Daeng Expressway is closed for inspections; Sirat Expressway is an alternative. All Chao Phraya River bridges are open. Bangkok Mass Transit has enhanced night bus services. Highways, malls like Siam Paragon, CentralWorld, and tourist services are functioning normally. Upcoming festivals, including Maha Songkran, will proceed as scheduled.

🏖️ The annual Fiavet assembly, attended by Tourism Minister Daniela Santanché, took place in Lamezia Terme, celebrating over 60 years of the association's leadership in organized tourism. Santanché emphasized the Ministry's support for travel agencies and tour operators, highlighting a crucial battle to amend package travel regulations in Brussels. Italy has surpassed France in global appreciation, indicating a growing prominence in the tourism sector.

🍭 Andrea Colombo, Commercial Director of Horeca and Retail at Conserve Italia, discussed strategies to address consumption decline by focusing on quality and innovation at Beer&Food Attraction. New products include two Yoga references, backed by significant structural investments such as a new distribution center in Marcianise to speed up deliveries in Central and Southern Italy. Conserve Italia supports consumer purchasing power with promotions and special packs. Upcoming events like the Jubilee and Milan-Cortina Olympics may boost the out-of-home market, benefiting the entire supply chain from wholesalers to end consumers.

💳 Since 2019, electronic invoicing has been mandatory in Italy for most businesses, including hotels, B&Bs, holiday homes, and guesthouses. The system operates through the "Sistema di Interscambio" (SDI), managed by the Agenzia delle Entrate. Chekin is launching its electronic invoicing feature for the Italian market in April, aimed at easing property managers' compliance with fiscal requirements. The invoicing process involves creating XML invoices, digitally signing them, sending them through SDI, and keeping them stored digitally for 10 years. Chekin's solution integrates with SDI, streamlining the entire billing cycle, offering real-time notifications, and reducing administrative expenses.

🍷 The European Commission presented the "Wine Package" initiative, welcomed by Federvini following recommendations from the High-Level Group on the future of the European viticulture sector last December. Commissioner for Agriculture Christophe Hansen introduced the package, including modern labeling with QR codes, increased promotion funds for third-country markets, and investments to mitigate climate change. Micaela Pallini, President of Federvini, appreciated the package's timely and quality solutions, which also address low or non-alcoholic flavored wines with clearer terminology and options for de-alcoholized wines. The package aims to balance tradition and innovation, enhancing Italian viticulture's competitiveness and sustainability.

🍹 The EU postponed tariffs on American whiskey, initially set for March 31, to mid-April 2023, aiming to de-escalate trade tensions with the US. Campari Group will sell its Melbourne, Victoria factory after a 6% sales drop in Australia in 2024, aiming to focus on marketing and sales. Suntory Global Spirits launched Jim Beam Pineapple in the US, a 32.5% ABV bourbon for $20, expanding their flavored range which includes Apple, Peach, Honey, Vanilla, Fire, and Red Stag.