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Passing of Enrico Citterio and the Citterio Company's Legacy
Enrico Citterio, former president of the Citterio food company, passed away at age 99. The company's history, growth, and current success are highlighted.
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- What factors contributed to the long-term success of the Citterio company?
- The company's success is attributed to its historical innovation in food preservation, strategic expansion into international markets, and a focus on product diversification and modernization.
- Who passed away recently and what was their connection to the Citterio company?
- Enrico Citterio, the 99-year-old former president of the Citterio food company, passed away recently. His family announced the news, highlighting the company's significant size and success.
- What significant milestones marked the growth and expansion of the Citterio company?
- Citterio's growth included expansion into the United States, strategic acquisitions to broaden its product portfolio, and significant investments in new facilities, such as the 16 million euro plant in Monte San Savino.
- What were Citterio's financial results in 2023 and its current employment statistics?
- In 2023, Citterio reported a revenue of €599 million, showing a 4.4% increase from the previous year. The company employs over 1200 people across nine facilities in five Italian regions and two in the US.
- When and where did the Citterio company originate, and what innovation is associated with its early years?
- The Citterio company's history dates back to 1878 when Giuseppe Citterio opened a salumeria in Rho, Italy, eventually innovating the preservation of pork as "Salame di Milano."