As 2024 came to a close – a year marked by global challenges and significant achievements – Omet has reaffirmed its position as one of the dynamic and innovative players in the industry, delivering value to both the market and the local community. A steadfast commitment to sustainability and innovation has been, and will continue to be, the guiding principle of the company’s strategy. In this year-end editorial, Antonio Bartesaghi, president, Omet, discusses how, in the face of an increasingly complex global landscape and a more demanding market, his company aims to stand out through substantial investments in three key areas: innovation, sustainability, and, most importantly, people.

In recent years, Omet has made several major investments to improve internal processes. One of the main initiatives was the construction of the new plant in Molteno (Lecco), which houses the Label & Packaging Printing Machines business unit. Today, significant efficiency improvements are currently under implementation, thanks to the new spaces and an extensive lean management project.

The heart of Omet’s investments, however, have always been people. Not only our current staff, to whom we pay particular attention through continuous training and our welfare plan, for several years recognized as one of the best in Italy. But also the new generations: the inclusion of young talents has always been a priority, because mental flexibility and readiness to change are now essential to maintain our competitive advantage.

Partnerships with academic institutions, such as the Politecnico of Milan and the Italian Institute of Technology, allow us to stay at the forefront and facilitate the integration of young graduates into our company. This brings new skills, innovative ideas, and incentives for exploring new application areas for our technologies.

Sustainability, a value to which all these investments can be traced back, is becoming a fundamental pillar of every company’s strategy. When I say “sustainability,” I don’t mean only reduction of energy consumption and emissions, on which we are investing in line with global sensitivities and market expectations. I refer to a broader vision, integrating economic, social, and environmental objectives through the construction of a solid network of relationships with customers, suppliers, and stakeholders. Excellence, sustainable innovation, and attention to relationships have always been and will increasingly be the keys to our national and international expansion.

The market shows signals of a promising future, and Omet is ready to answer the challenges with cutting-edge solutions and strategies, aiming at excellence in any field.