1. A strategic position in Europe and in the Mediterranean Sea
Lying at the heart of the Mediterranean Sea, Italy is the main crossway linking southern Europe to northern and central Europe and represents a meeting point for land, sea and air routes. Italy is the gateway to three key markets with over 800 million consumers.
2. The great strength of the Italian economy: small and medium companies
A production network of 5 million companies with a strong entrepreneurial culture, creating
high quality products in various economic sectors and able to compete in international
markets.
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A wide infrastructure network
Companies deciding to invest in Italy can rely on a wide infrastructure network:
4. Countless opportunities for expanding companies
Italy is the 4th largest economy in EU (FMI) with a potential market of almost 60 million consumers, for innovative services (more than 25 million internet users) and products, the Italian market offers countless opportunities to expand businesses in strategic sectors such as logistics, ICT, life sciences, renewable energies, tourism.
5. Facilities and support for foreign companies
Invitalia comprises a single and reliable national reference point for foreign investors eager to expand or to set up a new business in Italy by providing a free of charge spectrum of services for all stages of the investment process: updated detailed information on the business environment, investment opportunities in specific sectors and business advisory services throughout the implementation process.
6. Innovative value system
7. High qualified human resources
Italy ranks 2nd in Europe in terms of manufacturing companies, with a skilled workforce internationally recognized and praised, contributing to the high quality of Made-in-Italy products. High standard of human resources in the research field, also supported by the tradition and the high quality of the University system and several research centers. Companies investing in Italy can rely on an average of 300,000 graduates per year.
Source: Ministry of Education, University and Research
8. Quality of life and lifestyle
…..Italy is a modern and cosmopolitan country with 3,8 million inhabitants with an excellent standard of living. Superior health and education provision, endless opportunities in beautiful landscape, and a vibrant cultural country are just some of the reasons why more than 4 million foreigners (7,0% of total residents –Source: Istat) have decided to live in Italy. Italy is recognized for its international brand in strategic sectors such as fashion, automotive, marine, design, mechanics. The Italian style, innovation, creativity and love for the tradition are all key success factors of the “Made-in-Italy” brand in the competitive world market. Moreover, Italy has the largest number of World Heritage (UNESCO) sites in Europe, with 43 locations listed as places of outstanding cultural and historical significance.
