Italian President Mattarella awards Cavaliere del Lavoro honors

Italian President Sergio Mattarella conferred the Cavaliere del Lavoro honor upon several entrepreneurs, including Antonio Gozzi and Giacomo Ponti, during a ceremony at the Quirinale Palace.

Antonio Gozzi, president of Duferco and Federacciai and vice president of Confindustria, received the distinction in recognition of his industrial innovation and contribution to Italy's industrial development. Gozzi emphasized the importance of investing in productive capacity and skills to navigate current economic and geopolitical shifts.

Giacomo Ponti, president of Federvini and leader of a historic Piedmontese food company, was also honored. The award recognizes his contribution to the Italian food industry and his efforts in representing the wine, spirits, and vinegar sectors through Federvini while maintaining the identity of 'Made in Italy' brands in international markets.