Iniziativa eco-responsabile e CSR

💳 Marco Barbieri and Stefano Rizzi announced a collaboration between Confcommercio-Imprese per l’Italia and Global Blue on July 2024, focusing on enhancing Tax Free shopping for international tourists in Italy. The initiative provides member businesses with free Tax Free shopping services, personalized insights, and Mobile Customer Care. Local observatories will monitor tourism and shopping trends, boosting competitiveness and economic growth. This aims to attract non-EU tourists and maximize shopping experiences across Italy.

📈 UniCredit ha concesso un finanziamento da 15 milioni di euro a Sibeg per un nuovo magazzino automatizzato in Sicilia, con un potenziamento fotovoltaico da 2,2 a 5,8 MWp. Sibeg, imbottigliatore per The Coca-Cola Company e Monster Energy, serve oltre 24.500 punti vendita, con un fatturato di oltre 190 milioni di euro e 415 collaboratori, detenendo il 62% del mercato delle bevande in Sicilia.

🍷 Il 2024 ha registrato una triplicazione dell'export italiano di Spirits, da 0,6 miliardi di euro nel 2014 a 1,8 miliardi di euro. Nonostante un calo del consumo interno del -8,5% rispetto al 2019, nel primo trimestre del 2025 l'export è cresciuto del 3,1%. Le vendite di Gin sono aumentate del 25% in 5 anni. Gli investimenti in sostenibilità prevedono il 26% di installazioni fotovoltaiche e il 17% in sistemi di recupero dell'acqua.

🍮 Sandro Ferretti's Sweets Factory SRL, supported by the Abruzzo Region, is investing €374,600.40 in innovation at Mosciano Sant'Angelo. The project introduces new machinery and worker safety improvements. Funded with €187,225.28 public and €187,375.12 private contributions, this initiative strengthens Ferretti Dessert’s competitive edge. At TUTTOFOOD, Ferretti emphasized the blend of tradition and modernity, aligning with the company's core values of quality and innovation in high-end Italian pastry.

🌏 Marina Lalli, president of Federturismo Confindustria, emphasized at the Meet Forum's Stati Generali del Turismo Sostenibile the need to expand Italy's tourism beyond traditional attractions, focusing on unexplored areas. Efforts include digital innovation and incentives for permanent residents. Key growth areas: roots tourism, digital nomadism, senior tourism—aiming to repopulate and revitalize communities. The goal: authentic, slow, regenerative experiences that ensure vibrant local environments.

🍕 Seconda edizione di "Cuore a Tavola" il 13 maggio presso pizzeria "Nasteat", Nocera Inferiore. L'evento benefico ha raccolto 5,950 euro per "La Stanza di Tobia" a Napoli e "Rotary incontra l'ospedale". Organizzato da Accademia Pizza DOC con Rotary Club e maestri pizzaioli. Fondi destinati a famiglie con bambini oncologici e all'acquisto di un impedenziometro per l'obesità infantile. Evento sostenuto da Antonio Giaccoli e Vincenzo Mercadante (ARLI).

🌎 93% of global travelers prefer responsible choices, with 40% avoiding overcrowded destinations, according to Booking.com. Ireland invested €108 million in transforming peatlands; Kenya supports Masai and Samburu communities with regenerative lodges. In Maui, post-2023 fires, tourism aids cultural revival. Italian initiatives like IT.A.CÀ festivals and variable tourist taxes protect local identities. Challenges include measuring impact and avoiding greenwashing. Regenerative tourism promises economic benefits like loyalty and energy savings, despite initial costs and transparency needs.

🗺 2025, Barcellona: A €3.2 billion airport expansion was approved to make it an intercontinental hub. Salvador Illa supports it, while Aina Vida criticizes tourist overcrowding. The EU evaluates potential environmental impacts. Recent protests highlight inadequate tourism management. Airbnb blames hotels for overtourism, countered by Federalberghi and Tui, blaming short-term rentals. The Louvre faces staffing issues during an informal strike. Meanwhile, Sandals Resorts expands coral restoration in the Caribbean. Valtur earns a historic national brand recognition.

🌍 2025, l’80% dei viaggiatori è consapevole dell'impatto delle loro scelte sulla sostenibilità. L'Osservatorio sul turismo sostenibile di Bva Doxa per Human Company rivela una disponibilità a modificare abitudini, ma solo per azioni semplici: flora e fauna (36%), rifiuti (33%), energia (32%). Preferenze per agriturismi (91%), rifugi (86%), mare (51%). Turismo outdoor praticato dal 75%, con preferenza per paesaggi (37%) e clima (31%). Cruise tourism attira il 10%.

🍹 Distilleria Nardini, after 246 years, enters the gin market in 2025 with "Garage Gin." Crafted in Bassano, this London Dry is made with Italian cereal alcohol and nine botanicals, featuring a 45% alcohol content. Priced at €23.90 for 70 cl, the bottle is crafted with recycled glass. Offering a sensory blend of freshness and spices, Garage Gin is designed for classic and modern cocktails, emphasizing authenticity and sustainability.