13/07/2026
⚓️ We were pleased to attend the ASSONAVE Public Assembly, held to celebrate the Association’s 80th anniversary—an important opportunity to discuss the future of the Italian shipbuilding industry.
🌊 During the meeting, it became clear that the maritime sector is facing an increasingly complex landscape, shaped by geopolitical tensions, new international industrial and trade policies, and growing competition from Asia. These challenges require the industry to continuously adapt and innovate.
🗣️ Among the most insightful speeches was that of Pierroberto Folgiero, CEO and General Manager of Fincantieri, who outlined two key strategic directions for the future of 🚢 shipbuilding: product innovation, through the design of increasingly sustainable, efficient, and future-compliant vessels, and process innovation, by developing production systems that are more flexible, digital, and resilient.
🎤 The event also featured the presentation of the first “Sapiens Ship,” the Four Seasons vessel built by Fincantieri at its Ancona shipyard. The ship integrates artificial intelligence systems capable of learning from operational data to optimize routes, fuel consumption, efficiency, and sustainability. 🛥️ Another key topic was the growing importance of serially produced vessels, where cost optimization is becoming a decisive competitive advantage, as well as the evolution of manufacturing processes through automation. The introduction of robotic technologies is transforming the industry, shifting value from manual labor to knowledge-based expertise.
🤝🏻 The event also provided an excellent opportunity for networking and meaningful discussions, leading to promising prospects for collaboration, particularly in the areas of training, 📚 academy development, digitalization, and the creation of dedicated solutions for the maritime sector. We were also delighted to receive positive feedback and recognition for our digital presence and marketing activities, which were acknowledged as one of our company’s distinctive strengths.
✨ Taking part in events like this means helping build relationships, sharing expertise, and shaping the future of the industry together. 🌊 As was aptly stated during the Assembly, “the sea is culture,” and every meeting is an opportunity to “tie new knots,” creating meaningful connections that generate lasting value.