A year of major transformation awaits Tonitto 1939, the Ligurian company among the leading players in Italy in the sorbet, no-added-sugar ice cream and “specialty” ice cream segments. After several years of steady growth, the Genoa-based company is launching a new investment plan exceeding 3 million euros, aimed at doubling production capacity and turnover by 2028, reaching 28 million euros.
The project, part of the 2024–2028 industrial plan, includes a series of strategic and technological actions covering every business area, from production to logistics, as well as support infrastructure and IT systems, following an integrated approach focused on efficiency and sustainability.
During 2026, Tonitto 1939 will complete a major revamping of its production site, with targeted interventions to upgrade key departments. These include pasteurisation (modernisation of equipment and new air conditioning systems in production areas), packaging (purchase of new lines to increase productivity and flexibility, along with an update of the freezer fleet) and HSE – Health, Safety & Environment, with multiple investments in quality assurance and control, as well as significant measures to reduce waste and improve the management of the final stages of the production cycle.
At the same time, the company has launched a study phase to define the new production layout and supplier validation process in preparation for upcoming orders. One of the next key milestones will be the inauguration, in the first quarter of 2026, of the new paper tub production line, designed to support the expected increase in volumes over the next three years.
In addition to these initiatives, Tonitto 1939 has continued to invest in support systems and infrastructure, including new offices, redesigned workspaces and advanced technological tools. The plan also provides for the enhancement of the ERP system, the introduction of new IT applications and an advanced industrial Wi-Fi system, as well as the creation of a new conference room serving all corporate functions.
These investments are part of a broader continuous improvement strategy aimed at optimising processes, reducing waste and ensuring maximum data traceability throughout the entire production chain.
“The investments planned for 2026 mark a crucial step in our growth journey,” says Alberto Piscioneri, General Manager of Tonitto 1939. “Our goal is to bring the company to a new level of operational excellence, strengthening our strategic pillars: safety, quality, innovation and sustainability. We want to continue being a benchmark and an example of excellence in the high-quality ice cream industry, improving every day and bringing consumers everywhere a moment of happiness with our products.”
From a technical perspective, the company continues to pursue an ever-closer integration between technology and production know-how. “The revamping plan of the Genoa facility and the launch of new production lines will allow us to significantly improve efficiency, reliability and product quality,” adds Marco Calcagno, Head of Plant Engineering and Maintenance. “We are working to advance production technologies rapidly within our current plant, preparing for future growth and the next industrial challenges.”