Export of glass made in Italy: the strategic role of Adelio Lattuada
The Made in Italy in the glass industry has a reputation for excellence. Indeed, the combination of craftsmanship, innovation, technology and design is a significant competitive advantage, especially in emerging markets where the demand for high-quality products continues to grow.
According to the latest statistics, Italy ranks at the Fourth place among the world's largest exporters of glass products cable, with export value reaching 2.5 billion in 2022.
However, this leadership does not only concern finished products: in fact, Italy ranks among the world's leading exporters of glass processing machinery, thanks to a highly specialized sector that combines technological innovation, construction quality and a strong export bias.
Emerging markets: new frontiers for Italian exports
According to the SACE report “Doing Export Report 2024”, Italian exports will reach 679 billion euros by the end of 2025, with an average growth of 4% over the next two years. The most promising emerging markets for Made in Italy include:
- India: the country is preparing to become the world's third-largest economy by 2027; it is investing heavily in infrastructure and urbanization, increasing demand for quality building materials, including glass.
- United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia: these countries are diversifying their economies, focusing on sectors such as tourism and luxury construction. Demand for architectural and decorative glass is increasing, offering significant opportunities for Italian companies.
- Vietnam: with continued economic growth and urbanization, Vietnam is a growing market for glass products, especially in the construction and furniture industries.
Italian leadership in the glass machinery industry
If the quality of the italian glass products is recognized all over the world, remarkably appreciated are also the machinery with which these artifacts are made, starting from the very origin: the glass plate. The search for the Gimav Study Center of 2023, for example, highlighted how Italy has strengthened its position among the world's leading exporters of glass processing machinery, with exports worth more than $225 million.
Peculiarity of Italian companies is to focus on innovation and cutting-edge technology, while maintaining flexible and customizable production based on customer and industry needs. The integration of artificial intelligence, advanced sensors, IoT interfaces and automation in the Machinery for grinding, beveling and washing glass has helped make Italian production lines synonymous with efficiency, reliability and safety.
Adelio Lattuada: the value added to the internationalization of the industry
Italian vision, international vocation: this is us. From our founding to the present, we have been able to constantly evolve consistently with changes in technology and new market needs, always maintaining a focus on quality and innovation.
Our glass processing solutions are adopted by small and large glass manufacturers worldwide, thanks to a range of machinery that covers the entire production cycle: from grinding, to beveling, to washing the glass plate.
By combining pre-sales consulting, customization of solutions, and ongoing support with an extensive network of partners around the world, we also concretely support emerging markets. The approach, in this case, is based on listening to the customer and adaptability: this is what allows us to bring our solutions to glassmakers, thanks to which they can increase production and efficiency in their glassworks!
The growth of Italian exports in the glass sector therefore absolutely cannot ignore two key factors, namely technological innovation and versatility. We are proud to say that Adelio Lattuada perfectly embodies this combination, adding the all-Italian craftsmanship and care that allow our solutions to last.
