Regional business support initiatives launched in Italy

Various regional initiatives in Italy are providing new financial support and guidance for businesses and startups.

In the Cuneo province, Confcommercio has launched ‘Operazione Bandi’, a coordinated strategic project involving nine local territorial entities: Alba, Bra, Cuneo, Savigliano, Saluzzo, Mondovì, Fossano, Ceva, and Carrù. The initiative aims to assist tertiary sector companies—including commerce, tourism, and services—in identifying and accessing non-repayable grants, subsidized loans, and investment support tools.

In the Marche region, the second window of the ‘Fondo Credito Nuove Imprese’, managed by Rti Credito Futuro Marche, has opened for startups. Eligible companies must have been established for no more than 36 months and must be based in Marche. The program offers unsecured, zero-interest loans ranging from 10,000 to 50,000 euros for a duration of 72 months, including a 12-month grace period. These funds can be used for investments such as equipment, software, patents, marketing, and personnel costs, covering up to 80% of the planned investment.