Construction firms

The pace of logistics real estate investments slows

Following the surge in growth triggered by the lockdown, the sector is consolidating with Europe-wide growth of 7% in 2022

Heat recovery in ceramic sanitaryware production

Ceramic production processes require high temperatures and large quantities of energy. Italian sanitaryware producers adopt innovative solutions to optimise energy consumption and reduce their environmental impact. By recovering heat from kilns, they are able to cut CO2 emissions and reduce the use of fossil fuels.

Support for the Civita Castellana local community

The ceramic companies based in the Civita Castellana cluster and elsewhere in Italy contribute to the economic and social prosperity of their local area by creating new jobs and undertaking initiatives to benefit the community. Over the years, these companies have set international standards for the sector and have contributed to the growth and development of the entire area thanks to their ability to combine tradition, sustainability and innovation.

The complete recycling of plaster molds

The Italian ceramic sanitaryware industry combines innovative design with sustainable industrial processes, such as complete recycling of the plaster molds used to shape products.

Posa piastrelle di ceramica italiana

The importance of tile laying: in day-to-day work and at Cersaie

One of the major new features of this year’s 40th anniversary edition of the International Exhibition of Ceramic Tile and Bathroom Furnishings will be the presence of a special exhibition area where six young Italian and non-Italian tile layers will take on the challenge of creating a series of decorative ceramic surfaces.

The rental housing market in Europe

Rental property investments remain profitable, especially in the case of studios, but while rental price trends remain positive and increased by 11.9% year-on-year in Q1 2023, they appear to be losing traction. The Netherlands, Germany and Portugal topped the rankings in terms of price increases, but Florence also performed well.

Clean energy generated by photovoltaic panels

The Italian ceramic sanitaryware industry’s attention to the environment is demonstrated by its use of photovoltaic panels to produce renewable energy.

WELL certification: what it is and how it is used

What is WELL certification? WELL certification is a building comfort assessment system that focuses specifically on the health and well-being of the building’s occupants. Launched in 2014 by the International...

Commercial real estate resumes growth in Europe

Investments totalled €40 billion in 2022, including almost € 1 billion in Italy. Prices are also rising, with purchase prices and rents up by 1% in 2022 and a further rise of more than 4% expected in 2023

An ongoing commitment to reducing emissions

The Italian ceramic tile industry adopts innovative technologies and self-regulates to reduce emission levels and air pollution.