Fincantieri

Fincantieri is a prominent Italian shipbuilding company with its headquarters in Trieste, Italy. Established in 1959 as a state financial holding company, part of IRI, it became an independent entity in 1984. The company designs and constructs various types of vessels such as merchant ships, passenger ships, offshore vessels, and naval ships. It is also involved in the conversion and repair of ships.

Fincantieri's acquisition of Vard in 2013 made the company the fourth-largest shipbuilder in the world. The acquisition helped the company to expand its operations and double its size. As of 2021, Fincantieri employs approximately 10,000 workers at eight shipyards, two design centers, one research center, and two production sites for mechanical components. Additionally, around 10,000 people contribute to its supply chains.

The company is listed on the Borsa Italiana and is a component of the FTSE Italia Mid Cap Index. Fincantieri has also restructured its organizational structure over the years to reflect its international strategies and respond to its client's needs promptly. As one of the largest manufacturing companies in Italy, it has numerous member companies in Italy and around the world. These companies operate within an integrated production model designed to ensure excellence at all times. With its extensive experience, innovative technologies, and global reach, Fincantieri continues to position itself as a major player in the shipbuilding industry.

Founded: 1959

Headquarters: Trieste, Italy

Website: https://www.fincantieri.com/en/