Pasta Garofalo, al via due nuove linee di produzione

Pasta Garofalo, a renowned pasta producer based in Gragnano, will start operating two new production lines later this year. These lines, for both long and short pasta, are set to commence by the end of the year. An automated warehouse is also planned, with construction anticipated to commence in 2024 and completion by 2027, funded in part by the Pnrr investment. The expansion is expected to increase production by around 20%, catering to the growing demand, especially in foreign markets (96 countries).

The automatic warehouse aims to enhance the production cycle's efficiency, thanks to 35,000 pallet slots. In 2025, Pasta Garofalo generated a revenue of 247 million, a 4% increase from the previous year. The growth has primarily been driven by exports, particularly from traditional markets in the Gragnano district, including the Middle East and Ukraine.

The expansion began in 2024, but delays occurred due to unforeseen circumstances. The demolition of the old warehouse revealed ancient Roman necropolis from the 6th century BC, containing 86 tombs, which were transferred to the National Archaeological Museum of Naples. The Menna family (holding 48% of the company through the Spanish firm Ebro Foods and the remaining 52%) financially supported the archaeological research.

They have been granted permission to retain a statue, the Sirena, and establish a small company museum. While the construction is delayed, hiring has commenced for young workers in production, research labs, and marketing/export. Each day, 25 trucks loaded with semolina arrive at the largest factory in the "City of Pasta," some stored in two silos.

The production lines, mostly powered by a megawatt photovoltaic system and a trigeneration plant, maintain energy costs under control.