18 million in Salerno and 43 new hires to strengthen Made in Italy
The Mutti group, a historic Italian brand in the tomato canning sector, has announced an investment of over 18 million euros in the Fiordagosto plant in Oliveto Citra (Salerno). The operation, realised thanks to the development contract managed by Invitalia, envisages the expansion of production capacity and the hiring of 43 new employees.
Fiordagosto, acquired by Mutti in 2016, specialises in the processing of typical southern Italian varieties, such as long and cherry tomatoes. With this investment, the company has more than doubled its production of canned tomatoes from 6 million units in 2017 to 16 million in 2020. In addition, a new glass packaging line was started, with an annual production capacity of between 10 and 16 million bottles in 400, 560 and 700 gram sizes.
Mutti, founded in 1899 in Montechiarugolo (Parma), is a family business now in its fourth generation with current CEO Francesco Mutti. The company is recognised for its focus on quality and sustainability, using only Italian tomatoes and working with the WWF to reduce the water footprint of production.
Mutti’s investment in the Oliveto Citra plant is a positive sign for the economy of Southern Italy and for the national agri-food sector. At a time when many companies in the sector are facing challenges related to international competitiveness, Mutti demonstrates how innovation and attention to quality can be strategic levers to strengthen Made in Italy.
Expanding production capacity and hiring new employees not only stimulates the local economy, but also consolidates the company’s position in international markets. Furthermore, the adoption of sustainable practices and the enhancement of typical local varieties confirm Mutti’s commitment to promoting a development model that combines tradition and innovation.
In a global context where competition is increasingly fierce, investments such as Mutti’s are fundamental to preserving and enhancing Italian excellence, while guaranteeing economic and employment growth.
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