Confindustria Siracusa centenary celebrations

Confindustria Siracusa marked its 100th anniversary with a public assembly at the Teatro Massimo in Ortigia. The event, held under the patronage of the European Parliament, focused on regional competitiveness, economic growth, and the energy transition.

During the proceedings, Italian Minister for Enterprises and Made in Italy Adolfo Urso highlighted Sicily’s strategic importance regarding energy security and green technology. He cited specific developments such as the 3Sun photovoltaic plant in Catania and a 5.3 billion euro investment by STMicroelectronics to establish a leading silicon carbide factory. Urso also noted that 1.4 billion euros have been allocated to the Single Special Economic Zone of the Mezzogiorno to support industrial growth.

Sicilian Regional President Renato Schifani addressed the significance of the Syracuse industrial hub, noting it supports over 40,000 jobs and represents roughly 30 percent of Italy’s national crude oil processing capacity. He also referenced the transition of the Isab refinery to Italian ownership under Ludoli as a key regional development. Discussions emphasized the integrated role of both large-scale industry and small businesses in driving regional development.