FederlegnoArredo. A liaison between Italy and Japan

Promoted by FederlegnoArredo and ITA, the B2B event brought together a Japanese delegation and the Italian furniture companies

FLA: Orsini is the new chairman

Officially elected at the General Meeting of the Italian wood and furniture federation, Emanuele Orsini is the new chairman of FederlegnoArredo. At the top of his agenda are the renewal of the “Bonus Mobili” tax concession and boosting international trade fairs

New CEO in Franke Group

Fifty-three years old Swiss Patrik Wohlhauser is at the centre of a recent change at the helm of  Franke Group and as of 19th March became CEO of the Swiss group. A professional with consolidated...

Snaidero China: a partnership designed for success

A joint venture with Hi-Season Trading Co. Ltd. This is how Gruppo Rino Snaidero S.p.A sets out to reinforce its operations in the Far East, ensuring exclusive distribution on retail and contract channels in...

Emanuele Orsini: every day that passes is a day lost

It’s official: the Salone del Mobile has been postponed to 2021. What reactions have you had from companies? What are the most widespread concerns? The concerns of our companies are the same as those of...

Made and IBM for the digitalization of SMB

To support technological innovation of Italian manufacturers: this is the goal that in 2019 led to the creation of Made, a digital factory at the service of businesses. A counterpart that provides knowledge, methods...
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Pedrali’s sustainable footprint

The product is the result. The process begins much earlier, in every division, every activity, every conscious choice inside the company. The ‘green’ philosophy of Pedrali is not just an ideal – it is...
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Upholstered furniture and digital performance: the 2023 ranking

2023 will certainly not be remembered as the best year for the design/furniture sector. Many upholstered furniture companies have observed a decline in sales; more so for those who by nature have a more...

The wind of change is blowing from West to East

From the United States to the Middle East, the purchase of furniture is largely determined by the desire to change and to follow the evolution of lifestyles, especially among the younger generations, which reward manufacturers that are respectful of ethical and sustainable principles. In the USA, the industry is driven by the resurgence of the real estate market, while the Arab countries are proving to be major importers

FLA, destination Mexico

Mexico City the venue for the next FLA Eventi B2B mission in collaboration with ICE-Agenzia. Three days to meet local dealers and architecture studios at the heart of a market that offers concrete opportunities