Over its six decades of industrial history, the sector has built up key strengths in terms of technology, sustainability, product innovation and international scope

Four authors revisit key milestones in the evolution of Assopiastrelle, the Italian ceramic industry association now known as Confindustria Ceramica

The magazine Ingenio participated in the Press Cafés at Cersaie for the third consecutive year. During the technical focus session, five industry experts discussed the key challenges associated with designing and installing ceramic surfaces in wet areas such as bathrooms, spas, wellness spaces and swimming pools

In the construction process, digital blockchain technology makes it possible to simplify project management, improving communication between players in the building materials supply chain and ensuring maximum transparency and traceability of data

Cersaie 2024 saw the announcement of the winners of the first ‘European’ edition of the International Ceramics of Italy Tile Competition, the international architectural award organised by the Italian ceramic industry and Cersaie to honour the best architectural projects carried out using Italian ceramic and porcelain tiles

Manufacturing concentration process is advancing, pushing exports to 26% of sales. Ceramic slabs account for 9% of top surfaces. Better economic situation in high-end kitchens.

Thanks to advanced production technologies and intrinsic qualities such as strength and non-absorbency, Italian ceramic products have expanded into high-value, fast-growing niches within the furniture sector and are now used to clad countertops, cupboards, tables and even doors

The exhibition Design di Filiera marked the culmination of a decade of theoretical and methodological research into the role of design in supply chains conducted by the Industrial Design Association ADI. Focusing specifically on the ceramics supply chain, the exhibition was also an opportunity to celebrate ten years of the ADI Ceramics & Bathroom Design Award

A discussion between industry professionals held at Cersaie 2024 revealed how traditional handmade majolica is taking on a key role in contemporary architectural and interior design projects

The projects carried out by international architecture and design firm Snøhetta – ranging from small shelters to large institutional buildings, from graphic design to product design – have always prioritised sustainability, innovation and a focus on the community while adopting an interdisciplinary, social and landscape-oriented approach