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Tata Motors becomes majority shareholder in Iveco Group: A new chapter in India–Italy industrial cooperation
The investment connects complementary commercial vehicle businesses and could deepen cooperation in manufacturing, engineering and global supply chains. 31 October 2026 | Bilateral Investments · Automotive & Components Tata Motors has become the majority shareholder of Iveco Group following the initial settlement of its public tender offer on 30 October 2026, marking a significant development in India–Italy industrial relations. Through its subsidiary TML CV Holdings B.V., th
Pramod Naikdesai
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Bvlgari opens first standalone boutique in Kolkata
The Roman jewellery house has added a fourth Indian boutique at Quest Mall, extending its dedicated retail presence to eastern India and carrying locally relevant designs alongside its international collections. Representative AI generated editorial illustration. It does not depict the actual company, facility, product or store. Italian luxury jewellery house Bvlgari has opened its first standalone boutique in Kolkata at Quest Mall. The 115 square metre store began operating
Pramod Naikdesai
Oct 292 min read


Viyash Scientific completes acquisition of BioForLife Italia
The Indian pharmaceutical group has acquired the Milan based companion animal health company through its subsidiary Alivira Animal Health. The consideration includes EUR 15 million at closing and about EUR 1.976 million deferred. Representative AI generated editorial illustration. It does not depict the actual company, facility, product or store. Viyash Scientific has completed the acquisition of 100 per cent of BioForLife Italia, a Milan based company active in companion ani
Pramod Naikdesai
Oct 282 min read


Endurance Technologies acquires Italian die casting specialist Fondalpress
The EUR 12.34 million transaction gives the Indian automotive components group full ownership of Fondalpress and its parent Anna Milena. Target cash reduces the effective net consideration to about EUR 2.24 million Representative AI generated editorial illustration. It does not depict the actual company, facility, product or store. Endurance Technologies has expanded its European manufacturing platform through the acquisition of Italian aluminium components producer Fondalpre

IICCI_Communication
Oct 262 min read


Pirelli and BKT Sign Strategic Manufacturing Agreement in India, Paving the Way for a 50:50 Joint Venture
The partnership combines Italian technological expertise with Indian manufacturing capabilities, marking a significant development in bilateral industrial cooperation. 23 October 2026 | Manufacturing – Automotive & Components Italian tyre manufacturer Pirelli and India's Balkrishna Industries Limited (BKT) have signed a strategic agreement to develop premium passenger-car tyre manufacturing in India, marking an important step in industrial cooperation between the two countr

IICCI_Communication
Oct 234 min read


Stellantis Plans ₹4,000 Crore (€376 Million) Investment in India, Targeting Faster Product Development and Greater Localisation
Under its FaSTLAne 2030 strategy, the global automotive group aims to strengthen Indian manufacturing and engineering capabilities, with potential implications for international automotive supply chains. 21 October 2026 | Manufacturing – Automotive & Components Stellantis has outlined a new phase of its industrial development in India, combining planned investments of approximately ₹4,000 crore (€376 million) over the next three years with new vehicle launches, faster product

IICCI_Communication
Oct 233 min read


Ferrari Expands in India as EU–India FTA Creates New Opportunities for Italian Luxury Automotive Brands
With two new dealerships planned and its first Universo Ferrari exhibition in India, the Italian manufacturer is strengthening its market presence ahead of anticipated changes in EU–India trade conditions. 22 October 2026 | Automotive & Components – International Trade Ferrari is expanding its presence in India, announcing plans to open two additional dealerships in Chennai and Ahmedabad by the end of 2026. The expansion will bring the Italian luxury sports car manufacturer's

IICCI_Communication
Oct 223 min read


Bonfiglioli’s Indian Subsidiary Launches ₹2,534 Crore (€238 Million) IPO, Marking a New Chapter in Italy–India Industrial Relations
Bonfiglioli Transmissions Limited, the Indian subsidiary of Italy-based Bonfiglioli S.p.A., launched its Initial Public Offering (IPO) on 15 October 2026, marking a significant milestone in the development of the Italian engineering group’s operations in India. The offering, valued at approximately ₹2,534 crore (€237.8 million) at the upper end of its price band, is scheduled to remain open for subscriptions until 19 October.

IICCI_Communication
Oct 163 min read


Confindustria Identifies India as a Priority Market for Italian Export Diversification
Italy's latest economic outlook reinforces the strategic relevance of India. The IICCI's Italy–India Economic Observatory provides further evidence of the opportunities, competitive gaps and industrial partnerships that could shape the next phase of bilateral economic relations.

IICCI_Communication
Oct 153 min read


KIKO Milano adds Ahmedabad to its Indian beauty retail network
The Italian colour cosmetics company has opened at Phoenix Palladium, adding Gujarat to its physical footprint while continuing to sell through selected Tira stores and online.

IICCI_Communication
Oct 142 min read


What the EU–India FTA Means for Italian Companies
From headline to price list The tariff annexes of the EU–India Free Trade Agreement published on September 11th 2026 turn a political headline into a price list. Read line by line, India's schedule removes duties on 86% of its 12,650 tariff lines, and on 48% of them on the very day the agreement enters into force. For Italy's manufacturing core — machinery, fashion, design, food — the result is a market that opens predictably, sector by sector, over the next decade. The timin

IICCI_Communication
Oct 67 min read


MSC enters the Indian port of Vizhinjam with Adani: a JV that looks to IMEC
On Tuesday, June 30, MSC, through Terminal Investment Limited, announced the acquisition of a 49% stake in Adani Vizhinjam Port Private Limited, the company that manages the port of Vizhinjam, Kerala, for a transaction valued at $1.4 billion. This JV extends far beyond the scope of a single port: it is part of a broader reorganization of connections between India, the Middle East, and the Mediterranean, against the strategic backdrop of IMEC. Il porto di Vizhinjam (courtesy G

IICCI_Communication
Jun 303 min read


What does the India-EU FTA entail? Contents, timing, and impact on Italian businesses.
The Free Trade Agreement between the European Union and India is much more than a tariff reduction: it is a multi-level framework encompassing goods, services, intellectual property, public procurement, sustainability, technical standards, and digitalization. It is the result of a long negotiation process, decisively relaunched in 2022 and concluded. officially the 27th January 2026 , with the aim of making economic relations between the two areas more predictable,

IICCI_Communication
Feb 47 min read


India–EU FTA: after years of negotiations, the agreement takes shape
Image courtesy NDTV online A long negotiation enters a decisive phase. After many years of complex discussions and repeated interruptions, the India–European Union Free Trade Agreement is now clearly taking shape. The recent India–EU Summit marks a turning point in a process that had long been considered difficult to conclude, reflecting deep differences on market access, regulation and sustainability. Today, the agreement is moving from political intent to a concrete economi

IICCI_Communication
Jan 273 min read


OUTDOOR EXPERIENCES UNDER THE SPRING SUN
Outdoor Experiences in Trentino, biking and promenades among stunning mountains

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The Sanremo Festival
Celebrated annually energizing the Ariston Theatre in the picturesque town of Sanremo on the Ligurian coast, the Sanremo Festival is one...

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Feb 5, 20242 min read


Cultural Journey Between India and Italy: A Deep Historical Connection
Welcome to the blog dedicated to the extraordinary cultural connection between India and Italy. While Italy is celebrated for its art,...

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Dec 19, 20232 min read


Casa Artusi: the gastronomic culture center dedicated to Italian domestic cuisine
Since 2007, Casa Artusi has welcomed enthusiasts, curious, housewives, professionals, connoisseurs, academics, and anyone else interested...

IICCI_Communication
Nov 21, 20234 min read


Italy-India Diplomatic Milestone: Minister Jaishankar's Successful Visit to Rome
Indo-Italian relations between the two countries strengthened In a remarkable display of diplomatic relations, Indian Minister of Foreign...

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Nov 7, 20232 min read


On the Italian timeline, accompanied by lyric poetry and its authors who shaped it
Italian lyric poetry has a long and rich tradition spanning centuries, influencing world literature and leaving an indelible mark on the...

IICCI_Communication
Nov 6, 20232 min read
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