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PANARIAGROUP FOR PROSPERITY
Panariagroup’s history is rooted in an industrial district renowned worldwide for the production of ceramic flooring and cladding products: Modena and Reggio Emilia, particularly the Sassuolo district. This area is home to numerous companies whose core business is the production of ceramics, providing the perfect context in which to nurture an entrepreneurial project that focuses on quality and manufacturing excellence.
Over the years, in keeping with the economic development of the area, the technical skills of those working in the ceramic sector have also grown exponentially, drawing more professionals to the region.
Panariagroup has always remained strongly rooted to its home territory, proudly representing “Made in Italy”, with the products it develops here being the key to its economic success. The Group is also committed to supporting the prosperity of the regions where it operates by maintaining employment levels, fostering relationships with local communities, and creating shared value.
Even in its foreign subsidiaries, Panariagroup has maintained a strong local identity over the years, contributing to the social and economic development of the areas in which it operates (not just in Italy, but also abroad, in the Aveiro district in Portugal and in Lawrenceburg, Kentucky).
Maintaining a strong relationship with the local context while also remaining attentive to national and international dynamics, the Group – thanks also to its 17 years of experience as a publicly traded company – is always mindful of its economic responsibilities towards its current and potential shareholders as well as financial institutions.
The Group is constantly working to achieve development goals aimed at increasing the company’s value through the strategic reinvestment of profits. Additionally, and in line with its financial performance, it seeks to implement a suitable dividend policy as a direct reward for shareholders.
For Panariagroup, technological innovation is the key to reaching new milestones in ceramic production and environmental sustainability. The Group’s range of products combines the ancient craft of ceramics with the most advanced manufacturing standards for flooring and cladding and offers specific solutions for every type of application, from large commercial surfaces to residential flooring and wall coverings.
At its facilities, Panariagroup produces porcelain stoneware ceramic tiles and single-fired cladding tiles. Specifically, the term “porcelain stoneware” refers to a highly compact ceramic product that is dry-pressed and features exceptional technical characteristics (outstanding mechanical strength and resistance to wear, chemicals, and stains) and a very low porosity. This characteristic means that during the firing phase, which reaches temperatures greater than 1200°C, the product achieves complete vitrification, resulting in minimal water absorption and excellent frost resistance, making it suitable for outdoor installation.
Panariagroup is also a leader in the production of laminated porcelain stoneware, a revolutionary product obtained through an extremely innovative manufacturing process that is the product of cutting-edge, high-performance technology. Panariagroup’s laminated porcelain stoneware makes it possible to obtain materials characterised by a reduced thickness (down to a minimum of 3 mm) and produced in large slabs measuring 100×300 cm and 120×278 cm, without the use of moulds. Fully automated cutting processes allow for the production of various commercial formats.
An exceptional focus on quality throughout every stage of the production cycle is another key element that sets Panariagroup’s products apart: from the selection of raw materials to state-of-the-art industrial facilities, all the way to certifications and post-sales service.
This all goes hand-in-hand with its choices regarding sustainability, representing a constant drive to innovate and improve processes.
PROTECT®, High-Performance Antibacterial Technology
Antibacterial products significantly contribute to improving everyday life and Panariagroup’s decision to invest in them confirms its pioneering spirit. In fact, well-before its competitors, the Group recognised the trend for healthy living and wellness, which has only grown stronger. The Group was able to leverage this through an exclusive partnership with Microban®, a leader in the sector of antibacterial technology, and thanks to intense and ongoing internal technical development, capable of producing extremely high-performance materials. Over the past 10+ years, Panariagroup has sold approximately 30 million m² of PROTECT® products worldwide, contributing to many important projects.
PANARIAGROUP FOR PLANET
A well-established leader in skilfully blending beauty, quality, and sustainability, Panariagroup is committed to minimising the environmental impact of its facilities and demonstrates a strong dedication to both safeguarding the ecosystem and enhancing the comfort of living spaces. A crucial and fundamental commitment, especially for those who, like Panariagroup, manufacture products that play a role in the daily lives of millions of people around the world, not just at home, but in public spaces as well.
Environmental impact and health and safety in the workplace are of paramount importance to the Group. That’s why its corporate management policy is grounded in clear and firm principles:
- safeguard the integrity of the environment surrounding the production facilities, the facilities’ internal environment, and the environment as a whole;
- ensure constant compliance with current environmental and safety regulations through continuous and rigorous monitoring;
- manage, maintain, and, where possible, reduce the use of natural resources through research and development initiatives that focus on the use of recycled materials and the implementation of energy-efficiency policies;
- strive for continuous improvement in environmental performance by minimising the production of pollutants and reducing the consumption of resources;
- maintain constant communication and collaboration with the public and with government agencies regarding policies adopted to protect the environment and actions taken to ensure respect for the environment, also through publication of the EMAS Environmental Declaration and, since 2016, a Sustainability Report.
These are essential principles as they guide Panariagroup’s actions not only in terms of strategy and decision-making, but also in terms of the operation of individual facilities, with the ultimate goal of constantly improving environmental performance at all corporate levels.
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PANARIAGROUP FOR PEOPLE
One of Panariagroup’s core values is that of prioritising people and quality of life, operating with the utmost respect for those who work for and with the Group.
It is people, their well-being, growth, and professional development, that are the cornerstone of Panariagroup’s success.
In the management of its employees, Panariagroup fosters a corporate culture that is able to attract top talent, develop individuals’ skills and their ability to work in teams, and acknowledge and reward performance, with the ultimate goal of contributing to both their professional and personal satisfaction.
To uphold these principles, the Group almost exclusively grants indefinite contracts, a type of contract that offers workers greater stability and more opportunities for professional growth. At the same time, the Group takes into account employees’ requests for part-time work when possible, offering flexible job opportunities that adapt to their professional and personal needs.
Despite a complex economic context, to date Panariagroup has chosen to maintain a stable level of employment and a solid relationship with the local community in which it operates, refusing to resort to the outsourcing of its production processes. In fact, the stability of its relationships with its employees is key to responsibly supporting the Group’s economic growth.