UCIMA Welcomes the Entire ILPRA Group

We are pleased to announce that all companies within the ILPRA Group are now officially part of UCIMA, the national association representing Italian manufacturers of packaging technologies.
UCIMA brings together around 200 of the most prominent companies in the sector, recognized in Italy and worldwide for their innovation, quality, and reliability.

What is UCIMA?

UCIMA is the Italian trade association representing manufacturers of automatic machines for packaging and wrapping. It operates across all industrial sectors—including food, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, paper and many others.
The association is part of the Confindustria system, acting as an institutional reference point to promote Italian technology worldwide and to provide daily support to its member companies.

Why it is important for all ILPRA Group companies to be part of UCIMA

Being part of UCIMA as a unified Group brings several strategic advantages:

✅ Stronger institutional representation

By joining as a single, coordinated Group, ILPRA strengthens its position within national and international working groups, gaining direct access to discussions with government bodies, sector associations, and regulatory organizations.

✅ Privileged access to market insights and strategic data

UCIMA provides in‑depth analyses on global markets, emerging regulations, and technological trends—key elements to maintain competitiveness and support informed industrial and commercial decision‑making.

✅ Regulatory and technical alignment

Member companies receive continuous support on:

• machinery and safety regulations
• export requirements
• international standards
• technical updates

A significant advantage for a Group operating across major global markets.

✅ Enhancement of the Made in Italy value

UCIMA promotes Italian packaging technology worldwide and supports the reputation of the Italian Packaging Valley—a sector that exceeds €10 billion in turnover and ranks among the most competitive globally.

✅ Training, networking, and industry-wide collaboration

The association organizes:

• managerial and technical training programs
• workshops, events, and conferences
• networking opportunities among member companies

All valuable occasions for professional growth, knowledge exchange, and collaborative development.

An important step for our Group

The inclusion of all ILPRA Group companies in UCIMA marks a concrete step toward a more integrated, competitive, and innovation‑driven organizational model.
This decision strengthens our presence in the sector, expands our network of relationships, and enables us to contribute actively to the evolution of standards, markets, and technologies that will shape the future of packaging.

We are proud to be part of a system that enhances our work and supports the continuous growth of Italian excellence.