The General Assembly of Acimall, Italy’s premier association of woodworking and furniture technology manufacturers, convened on July 3, 2025, to appoint new board members for the 2025-2027 term. The association, which is a member of Confindustria, welcomed a fresh lineup of leadership aimed at steering the Italian woodworking industry through significant challenges and opportunities, particularly in digital transformation.
New Appointments to Strengthen Industry Leadership
The new members elected include:
- Marianna Daschini, CEO of Greda (Mariano Comense)
- Mario Moretti, Sales Manager at Costa Levigatrici (Schio, Vicenza)
- Pierluigi Paoletti, CEO of Paoletti Energy (Borgo Valbelluna, Belluno)
- Franco Paviotti, CEO of Metal World (Percoto, Udine)
- Gianluca Storti, Owner of Storti (Motta Baluffi, Cremona)
These professionals will join Enrico Aureli, President of Scm Group (Rimini), and Raphaël Prati, Chief Marketing & Communications Officer at Biesse (Pesaro), whose appointment is set for renewal in 2026.
During the assembly, President Enrico Aureli emphasized the growing importance of digital transformation in the woodworking sector. He called for a more strategic approach, focusing on the software that underpins technological advancements, which he believes is critical for remaining competitive in a fast-evolving global market.
Key Insights into the Italian Woodworking Industry
The assembly also included an in-depth presentation from Mecs (Manufacturing Economic Studies), detailing the state of the Italian woodworking technology industry. As of 2024, the sector, which employs nearly 10,000 people across 188 significant companies, is valued at €2.47 billion, with exports accounting for 74.1% of this figure (€1.83 billion). These insights underline Italy’s dominant role in the international woodworking market.
Federation Commitment to Advocacy
The day concluded with remarks from Riccardo Cavanna, President of the newly formed Federazione Confindustria Macchine, which includes Acimall. Cavanna reaffirmed the federation’s commitment to advocating for Italy’s mechanical industries, focusing on lobbying efforts in national and international arenas where pivotal decisions impacting the future of Italian manufacturing will be made.
Looking Ahead: The Future of Italian Woodworking Technology
As the woodworking industry continues to grow, the strategic direction set by the new Acimall board members will be vital in ensuring Italy remains at the forefront of global technological advancements in the woodworking and furniture sectors. With a robust export market and innovative leadership, the future looks promising for Italy’s woodworking machinery manufacturers.
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