On the occasion of SIGEP World 2026, the leading international trade show for the gelato, pastry, artisan bakery, coffee, and foodservice sectors, the Minister of Agriculture, Food Sovereignty, and Forestry, Francesco Lollobrigida, visited the stands of Frigomeccanica. Frigomeccanica is a historic Italian company specializing in the design and production of furnishing and refrigeration solutions for the HORECA and Food sectors.
The Minister’s visit represents a concrete sign of support for a strategic sector of the national economy—one capable of blending artisan tradition, industrial innovation, and design excellence. This year, SIGEP World once again confirms its status as an international platform for dialogue between businesses, institutions, and professionals, strengthening Italy’s role as a global benchmark for quality foodservice.
During the visit, Minister Lollobrigida observed firsthand the technological and design solutions presented by Frigomeccanica, praising their high quality, attention to detail, and ability to interpret new market demands. The display cases, refrigerated counters, and furnishing systems showcased at the fair testify to an evolved vision of the point of sale, where functionality, aesthetics, and consumer experience are harmoniously integrated.
Accompanying the Minister was Dr. Enzo Di Serafino, CEO of Frigomeccanica, who illustrated the various product applications and customized solutions developed for gelato parlors, pastry shops, bars, delis, and next-generation public venues. This exchange highlighted the industrial value of the Italian food furnishing supply chain, a key element for the competitiveness of “Made in Italy” in international markets.
During the visit, Minister Lollobrigida congratulated Di Serafino and Daniele Marzaro (CEO of Arneg’s foreign subsidiaries) on the successful acquisition of Frigomeccanica by the Arneg Group. This serves as significant recognition of a solid, forward-looking industrial vision.
SIGEP World 2026 distinguishes itself not only as an exhibition showcase but also as a hub for professional growth, offering a rich program of demonstrations, international competitions, conferences, and B2B networking. The event addresses central themes for the future of the sector, such as sustainability, new technologies, consumption models, and the transformation of commercial formats.
Within the HORECA and Food furnishing industry, Frigomeccanica—along with the brands Stiltek, Officine 900, and Frimar—is now an integral part of the Arneg Group, a leading international player in the design and manufacturing of retail and foodservice solutions. With over fifty years of history, Frigomeccanica represents Italian excellence, recognized globally as a synonym for quality, reliability, and innovation.
The company’s production covers a wide range of offerings: bar furnishings, display cases for gelato, pastry, deli, and food shops, as well as solutions dedicated to bakeries and various public establishments. Every project stems from a deep commitment to enhancing the displayed product, ensuring ergonomic workspaces, and building a distinctive experience for the end consumer.
The hallmark of Frigomeccanica is continuous aesthetic and technological research—the result of a constant balance between design, functionality, experience, and passion. These values guide every phase of the creative and production process, resulting in highly technical customized solutions capable of meeting market trends and the operational needs of professionals.
Joining the Arneg Group has allowed Frigomeccanica to further strengthen its strategic and international vision, leveraging shared expertise, operational synergies, and solid industrial know-how. This path enables the company to consolidate its global presence while keeping its identity and the value of “Made in Italy” intact.
Participation in SIGEP World 2026 confirms Frigomeccanica’s commitment to promoting innovation, quality, and design culture as fundamental tools for the growth of the HORECA and Food sectors, looking toward the future with a solid, sustainable industrial vision oriented toward excellence.
