Capital of manufacturing

Piemonte ranks second among Italian regions for gross fixed capital investment relative to GDP. Its strong industrial and innovation credentials are reinforced by the presence of renowned institutions such as the Italian Institute for Artificial Intelligence for Industry and the Competence Industry Manufacturing 4.0, making Piemonte an ideal environment for companies leading the transformation towards the factory of the future.

Sectors of excellence

From aerospace - with 35,000 employees, 8 billion € turnover, key players such asThales Alenia Space, Safran, ALTEC - and the ESA BIC - to the automotive and transportation industry, which accounts for 45% of Italy’s automotive components turnover, Piemonte is a powerhouse of talent. Its industrial and technological landscape is further strengthened by other key sectors, including agrifood, agritech and agricultural machinery; cleantech and green building; design and creative industries; logistics; microelectronics and automation; fashion and jewellery; real estate; health and wellness; digital technologies and solutions; textile.

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Strategic logistic hub

Crossed by the Mediterranean and Genoa-Rotterdam EU Corridors, Piemonte provides fast and efficient connections for both goods and people. Its proximity to the Ligurian ports, the presence of three modern freight villages (covering more than 5 km²), and access to two international airports (Torino and Milano Malpensa) make the region a strategic gateway to the European market.

Talent and world class academia

Four internationally renowned universities - Politecnico di Torino, University of Torino, University of Eastern Piemonte, University of Gastronomic Sciences - educate more than 140,000 students every year. This is complemented by the regional network of Higher Technical Institutes, specializing in key industrial sectors. The result is a highly skilled workforce, strongly oriented towards research and development and closely connected to the needs of industry and business.

R&D and innovation

Piemonte is Italy’s second-ranked region for private investment in R&D. The regional innovation ecosystem includes more than 200 R&D centres, over 30 incubators and accelerators, 16 venture capital funds, and OGR, the largest innovation hub in Southern Europe. This dynamic environment contributed to Torino being awarded the title of European Capital of Innovation 2025 by the European Innovation Council.

A trusted destination for international companies

Piemonte is the second Italian region for the number of foreign direct investments. More than 1,300 international companies have already chosen the region, establishing a network of over 5,800 local business units and generating employment for 184,500 people. This dynamic and competitive ecosystem produces 74.6 billion € in turnover and 16.7 billion € in added value. Discover the success stories of international companies in Piemonte.

Regional public support to international companies

A dedicated team supports international companies looking to establish and expand their presence in Piemonte, offering free, confidential, and tailored services across five key areas: preliminary assessment, business set-up, incentive identification, location scouting, and organization of incoming visits. Activities are carried out within the Investment Attraction Team (Regione Piemonte, Piemonte Agency for Investment & Export, Finpiemonte, Agenzia Piemonte Lavoro) and supported by Regione Piemonte and the Piemonte Chambers of Commerce. The most in-demand services include support for business startup and company establishment, business plan development, and location scouting, alongside the evaluation of regional, national and European incentives, and the organization of incoming missions to the region. Contact us for more information.

Pro investment incentives

Piemonte supports business growth through cutting-edge financial instruments and a specialized incentive framework, including the long-standing Settlement Contract. This ecosystem of opportunities is designed to fund high-impact projects, ranging from manufacturing transformation and strategic R&D to the green transition and circular economy, as well as support for highly innovative startups. A preferential pathway to turn ambitious ideas into tangible business achievements. Contact us for more information.

Top quality of life and cultural offer

A world-renowned cultural and gastronomic offering, outstanding schools, an efficient healthcare system and unique landscapes, from the peaks of the Alps to UNESCO-listed hills, from historic cities to magnificent lakes. In Piemonte, business excellence is paired with an exceptional quality of life.