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📈 CLAI participated in the 21st edition of Marca, with private label sales now being 20% of their turnover, a 5% increase from the previous year, and 10% of this share generated abroad. During the event, two new products were introduced: Passita di Romagna, a Romagna sausage highlighting Italian supply chain and sustainability, available in bulk and vacuum-packed formats; and Formaggio Toscano stagionato in Fossa di Faggiola, a cheese aged for five months on wooden planks and then three months in tufa pits, also vacuum-packed. The event marked the public debut of Ernesto Panetta as the new commercial director, focusing on private labels. CLAI also emphasized sustainability with a reforestation initiative at Sasso Morelli, planting 3,140 indigenous plants over 62,000 square meters. They also support the local community, exemplified by the Insieme a te association. Chef Max Mariola and actor Paolo Cevoli continue as brand ambassadors for 2025, spreading CLAI's philosophy of joy through high-quality products. Marketing Director Gianfranco Delfini emphasizes quality as a key distinguishing factor. CLAI's partnership with Molino Naldoni for Marca 2025 continues, showcasing Romagna's excellence.

🍴 Ristorante Res, located in Laghi Nabi on Litorale Domizio (CE), launched in December 2022, offers high gastronomy and culinary innovations. Executive Chef Giuseppe Voto of the 2 MICHELIN Star Capri Palace Jumeirah and Maître Mario D’Alterio of the 3 MICHELIN Star Quattro Passi lead the team. The Oasi Naturale della Campania, spanning 15,000 sqm with local produce, underpins the menu. Contact: Tel: 0823764044, Email: info@laghinabi.it, Website: www.laghinabi.it.

📢 Autogrill, part of Avolta, is offering 150 new jobs at Rome Fiumicino Airport's 25 food outlets. Recruiting Days will be held on January 17-18 at "La Vaccheria," and later in Municipio VIII on January 31-February 1, and Municipio X on February 27-28. Candidates can pursue various roles with an initial 6-month contract, part-time at 32 hours weekly, covering shifts distributed across 5-6 days, including weekends and holidays.

📍 Lufthansa is acquiring a 41% stake in Ita Airways, with Jörg Eberhart appointed as CEO. Shareholder meetings are ongoing to confirm Sandro Pappalardo, with a background in Sicilian tourism, as president—unexpected among speculated names. The board will consist of five members, including at least two women, with two appointed by Italy and one by Germany.

🚢 Norwegian Cruise Line to invest $5 billion over the next five years in new ships and refurbishments for its exclusive brands, Regent and Oceania, as announced by CEO Harry Sommer. Jason Montague, current president of Regent Seven Seas Cruises, appointed as the head of luxury segment starting February 17. Five new ships planned by 2029, with Oceania Allura launching in July in the Mediterranean. 'Project Quattro' first ship expected around 2027. Regent to build two larger class ships by 2029. Oceania Marina and Oceania Riviera to be refurbished in 2026 and 2027, respectively; Regent's Seven Seas Mariner in 2023 and Seven Seas Voyager in 2026.

📦 Angelo Manca, with a career starting at McKinsey in 2000 and key roles at Fincantieri Group from 2014 to December 2024, is now the new Director General of Polo del Gusto, effective immediately. He will work alongside President Riccardo Illy to strengthen the group's market presence, leveraging his international background and experience in strategic and financial sectors, as well as in cross-divisional energy transition initiatives.

💸 Paola Donelli appointed as Frontline Activation Marketing Director for Italy and Albania at The Coca-Cola Company, coordinating marketing and communication strategies. With over 25 years of experience, Donelli previously worked at Kraft Foods/Mondelez (1998-2017) and Mars Italy (2018), expanding her role to Southern Europe, including Greece, Cyprus, and Malta, managing Mars' portfolio across categories like Food and Petcare. The Coca-Cola Company, operational since 1927 in Italy, employs over 2,000 people, operates 6 factories, and offers 40 products, with 71% having reduced, low, or zero calories.

🍺 Michela Filippi appointed as Marketing Director of HEINEKEN Italia starting January 2025. Tasked with strengthening the market position and promoting sustainable growth, Filippi joined HEINEKEN Italia in 2020, previously holding roles at Henkel Beauty Care and L’Oreal. HEINEKEN produces nearly 7 million hectoliters of beer in Italy, is the country's leading beer producer with over 2,000 employees, and has been operating for 50 years with 4 breweries and a specialized Ho.Re.Ca distribution network, Partesa.

🚀 Emirates is recruiting cabin crew in Italy, with 5 open days across Venice (January 11), Rome, Milan, Naples, and Florence (January 29). Since 2022, Emirates has hired 8,000 cabin crew members through dedicated open days in 353 cities. The airline's cabin crew includes over 23,500 individuals, with more than 770 Italians. Benefits offered include tax-free salary, company-provided accommodation, airport transport, medical coverage, and exclusive discounts in Dubai.

🚀 Benjamin Gubitz appointed as the new CFO of Flix, the parent company of Flixbus. Gubitz, who joined Flix in 2015 and became VP in 2017, succeeds Christoph Debus, now CEO at Dertour. Gubitz's promotion is backed by his contributions to Flix's growth strategy and deep company knowledge. Under his leadership, Flix aims to continue its profitable growth trajectory and has set ambitious goals for the coming years.