The Group has signed an agreement with local authorities for the development of a 16,000-square-meter industrial area that will house a new production facility. Valvitalia plans to invest €10 million in this area.
President Ruggeri: "Our journey in China, which began in 2006, is being renewed based on solid relationships and continues toward a new phase of growth."
CEO Forzi: "This is a further step forward in consolidating our industrial assets in the country, with a focus on production capacity, competitiveness, and strategic customers."
Valvitalia has signed an agreement with the authorities of the Wujiang Economic & Technological Development Zone (WETDZ) for the assignment of 50-year exploitation rights for an industrial area of approximately 16,000 square meters in the Wujiang district (Jiangsu province), which will house a new production facility for the Group. The area, located 4 kilometers from Valvitalia's headquarters in Suzhou, will be the base for a €10 million industrial investment and, once operational, will centralize the Group's manufacturing operations in China.
The agreement was signed by CEO Andrea Forzi and Generoso Polito, General Manager of the Valves & Systems Division, together with Zhu Yungen, Deputy Director of the WETDZ Administrative Committee, in the presence of the Consul General of Italy in Shanghai, Tiziana D'Angelo, and the Director of the WETDZ Investment Promotion Office, Jin Xin. The operation is supported by a package of incentives provided by local institutions, confirming the strategic recognition accorded to Valvitalia's project by the Chinese government authorities. The design and construction are scheduled to begin by the end of 2025, with the site scheduled for completion by the first quarter of 2027.
Salvatore Ruggeri, President of Valvitalia, stated: "We are among the first companies in our sector to have truly believed in the potential of the Chinese market, where we have been present for almost twenty years. From 2006 to today, our development in the region has been possible thanks to a solid network of relationships built with customers, suppliers, institutions, and local collaborators, which represents the foundation on which to build a new phase of growth and industrial consolidation."
Andrea Forzi, CEO of the Group, commented: "This operation represents a further step forward in a broad development plan aimed at strengthening our production platform in China. The goal is to increase industrial capacity, improve operational efficiency, and consolidate our competitive position among key EPC contractors and end users in the region."
The new plant—an integral part of the Valves & Systems Division—will be designed to ensure the highest safety and performance standards and will incorporate Italian and Chinese expertise in an integrated operating model. It will carry out engineering, assembly, welding, cladding, and valve testing activities, primarily for energy applications.
Through this investment, fully consistent with the 2027 business plan, Valvitalia strengthens its commitment to the Chinese market—which currently generates approximately 15% of the Group's total revenue—consolidating the expertise and resources developed over nearly twenty years of operations in Wujiang. The new site will enable the Group to increase responsiveness to local demand, consolidate existing business, and offer customers a production environment aligned with the most advanced criteria of sustainability, innovation, and operational excellence.
Inovance launches new reliable, robust and intelligent drive solutions at interpack 2026
Inovance unveiled new solutions as part of its ever-expanding complete automation ecosystem, including the next-generation QS900 multi-axis servo drive, the DT60 Series AC drive, the IDM Series integrated servo motor-drive system, and the MSG single-cable motor, at interpack 2026 in Düsseldorf. Global automation specialist Inovance’s latest motor drive solutions – the QS900, DT60 and IDM series – were launched at interpack 2026 in Düsseldorf (7-13 May), highlighting the company’s robust and intelligent solutions for processing, packaging and printing. Inovance's booth at the packaging and processing trade show (18b/F12) featured the reliable IP66-rated DT60N AC drive for conveyor lines, the QS900 servo drive for multi-axis applications, and the rugged and compact IDM Series integrated servo motor-drive system, ideal for conveyor lines and labeling machines. Presented alongside the new single-cable MSG motor (designed specifically for the European market) and several existing technologies, these drives are part of the company's ever-expanding complete automation ecosystem. Robust, high-performance motion control for packaging and processing The IP66-rated DT60N is particularly suited for packaging applications, ensuring high reliability even in the most demanding industrial environments thanks to its one-piece die-cast structure made of high-strength aluminum alloy. With extreme durability and protection, automotive-grade redundancy, and predictive maintenance for critical components, the DT60N is ideal for highly protected conveyor lines and smart, flexible production lines. The compact, IP67-rated IDM Series integrated servo motor-drive system eliminates the need for a separate drive and motor, helping reduce control panel size by up to 70%, cable length by 70%, and offering highly flexible installation options. It ensures intelligent and stable performance even in harsh environments, withstanding overloads of up to 450%. Single-cable technology simplifies maintenance and installation, and the IDM Series is particularly suitable for conveyor lines and labeling machines. Featuring ultra-low latency, the next-generation QS900 advanced multi-axis servo drive integrates motion control for smoother speed and torque delivery. AI-powered reliability and diagnostics offer one-click digital commissioning and optimization for multi-axis scenarios. Predictive maintenance prevents unplanned downtime, and intelligent energy optimization ensures maximum efficiency. Suitable for a wide range of packaging and printing machinery, the European-standard MSG Series intelligent servo motor features a flexible, modular design. Despite its compact size, the MSG Series offers high performance, rapid response, and reliability, including maximum speeds of up to 10,000 rpm, and integrates predictive monitoring functions to reduce unplanned downtime. Also on display were some of Inovance's key products for packaging and processing operations. These included: • The high-performance ITS7156E-INT HMI with integrated Ethernet and serial ports • The intelligent PLC AC703-INT with support for multiple communication protocols • Reliable and compact GL20 I/O modules • The feature-rich and highly flexible universal compact AC drive MD630N • The SV680N single-axis EtherCAT servo drive with functional safety and precise control Marcus Finkbeiner, Sales Director DACH at Inovance , says: “We have a continuously expanding product portfolio ideal for the packaging, processing, and printing industries. I am delighted to launch the QS900 multi-axis servo drive, the DT60N AC drive, and the new IDM integrated servo motor-drive system at interpack, demonstrating our commitment to meeting the needs of the industry. We offer our partners in Europe the opportunity to enter new markets and grow their business thanks to our flexible, high-performance portfolio, supported by a strong local presence.” Max Boxberger, Sales Engineer DACH at Inovance , adds: “Interpack 2026 was an excellent opportunity to showcase our comprehensive automation ecosystem to a target industry. We received great interest in our new and existing products and look forward to collaborating with an increasing number of customers across Europe to optimize their packaging and processing equipment and operations.” About Inovance Technology Europe Inovance Technology Europe offers a complete range of industrial automation products, including low and medium voltage AC drives, servo systems, motion control, CNC, PLC, HMI and industrial robots. The company has offices in Germany, France, Spain, Italy, the United Kingdom, and Hungary, as well as a network of distributors across the continent. Inovance Technology Europe is the European arm of Inovance, a global industrial automation group headquartered in Shenzhen with revenues of $5.2 billion.
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