Riccardo Rosa, President of UCIMU-SISTEMI PER PRODURRE: “Domestic demand remains completely stalled, once again held back by the wait‑and‑see effect created by pending incentives.”In the first quarter of 2026, the machine tool order index developed by the Economic Studies Department & Business Culture Centre of UCIMU‑SISTEMI PER PRODURRE recorded a 3.1% increase compared with January–March…
Dear Readers, This edition of the Machines Italia newsletter explores the significant role of Italian technological innovation and manufacturing know-how in reshaping North American industrial paradigms. Italy's expertise acts as a powerful catalyst, driving the integration of technological advancement, operational sustainability, and human capital development across the continent…
Orders at several machine tool and industrial automation firms in the Brescia–Bergamo corridor rose sharply in the first quarter, according to figures released Tuesday by the regional manufacturers' association. The gains were concentrated in five-axis milling equipment and high-throughput assembly cells destined primarily for German automotive suppliers and aerospace subcontractors in southern…
2026 is shaping up to be a year of significant progress for the agricultural sector in Mexico, based on projections from the Agricultural Markets Consultants Group (GCMA). The consulting firm's estimates indicate an expansion of the primary sector, both in terms of the physical size of production and the total economic value generated.The general projections for 2026 place Mexico's total agri-…
The Italian Ambassador to Mexico, Alessandro Modiano, had an institutional meeting with the Governor of San Luis Potosí, Ricardo Gallardo Cardona, in March 2026, to strengthen bilateral cooperation between this Mexican State and Italy. The meeting focused on attracting greater Italian investment to the State and expanding commercial and cultural exchange.Governor Gallardo Cardona highlighted the…
The imminent signing of the Modernized Trade Agreement between Mexico and the European Union (EU), expected in the coming weeks, marks a crucial strategic moment. This new agreement aims to eliminate tariffs for over 83% of the products traded between the 27 countries of the European Community and Mexico, as well as significantly simplify customs procedures. The EU Ambassador to Mexico,…
The Italian Trade Agency (ITA), Machines Italia and ACIMGA are inviting distributors, end users of printing, packaging and converting equipment on a trip to Italy to attend Print4All Conference 2026, a forum that brings together the entire printing, packaging and converting industry community and over 400 Italian and international market players, including representatives of trade associations,…
The Italian Trade Agency and VeronaFiere invited a delegation of foreign delegates to SaMoTer, one of the largest international trade events for construction and earthmoving technology, machinery and components which will take place in Verona, Italy from May 6 to 9, 2026. Now in its 32nd edition the tri-annual show has grown consistently to become a gathering place for industry professionals:…
rimary tabsItaly is ready to make a major impact at Web Summit Vancouver 2026, one of the most anticipated technology gatherings in North America, taking place from May 11 to 14 at the Vancouver Convention Centre, with a 7 companies' strong pavilion. With 20,000 delegates, 600 investors, 750 startups, and hundreds of influential speakers expected, Web Summit Vancouver offers a powerful global…
Italy closed 2025 as one of Europe’s most dynamic and fast‑advancing robotics ecosystems, strengthening its position in industrial automation, humanoid research, and AI‑driven manufacturing. In many ways, the country’s trajectory reflects a long cultural arc: “Thanks to Leonardo, Italy got a head start in robotics.” The spirit of mechanical imagination that began with Leonardo da Vinci’s 15th‑…