Meccanica al nuovo record oltreconfine

Italy's mechanical industry is set to reach a new high of over 20 billion euros in exports by 2026, according to data from the Federazione Anima. This growth was first evident in the first half of 2026, surpassing the 20.4 billion euro mark, with an average increase of 2.8% compared to the same period in 2025. This data was presented during the Export Days event in Brescia, which connects Italian mechanical companies with international buyers, organized by Maeci and Ice from September 28th to October 1st.

The initiative aims at promoting Italian mechanical industry's internationalization in collaboration with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (Maeci) and the Ice organization. The six-month export figures for the year 2026 already show a 2.4% increase compared to the same period in 2025, with the United States leading as the top destination, accounting for 2.38 billion euros, a 2.4% increase from the previous year.

Emerging markets such as China, the Middle East, and North Africa have also demonstrated significant growth. For instance, China's exports have grown by 22.3%, nearing 720 million euros, driven mainly by the aerospace sector, including positive performance in turbines and compressors. Saudi Arabia, despite a general decline in exports to Gulf countries due to the Iran crisis (-3.7%), saw a 14.6% increase in exports to the kingdom, reaching 665 million euros, primarily driven by sectors related to process plants, energy, infrastructure, and refrigeration.