Salone Mobile, Fontana: “Here the exaltation of Lombard know-how takes place”

“It is without a doubt the most awaited trade fair event for Milan and Lombardy”. This was stated by the president of the Lombardy Region speaking at the inauguration of the Salone del Mobile scheduled until 11 June at the Milan-Rho exhibition center. “An event – added the governor – of global caliber that generates an important impact in economic and image terms on Milan, on the Region and on the Italian global economy. A unique catalyst of territorial excellence, an extraordinary vehicle in which it converges all the Lombard know-how, in which the system of companies and their associations is valued, the emblem of ingenuity and tradition of our land: from the smallest artisans of Brianza to world-famous universities “. “Because, let’s never forget – continued the president – Made in Italy abroad is above all this: design and fashion are the Lombard banner in the world, ambassadors of Italian quality abroad”. The governor then highlighted how “sustainability and innovation are the key to the future and once again, this event demonstrates all the foresight it has shown in 60 editions “. “And the design of this edition – he explained – is an ethical and responsible design, at the service of the community, able to involve the social and develop solutions for environmental problems. A design projected more than ever to the future”. A particular thought was therefore addressed to market trends, new products and production processes: “With a view to digitalization and innovation of materials – highlighted the governor – new skills are needed”. “Our businesses, especially artisan ones, need of specialized professional figures. Region concretely intervenes in the mismatch between supply and demand of work: we support professional paths for young students, adhering to the needs of the productive fabric, and we provide employment bonuses for companies and training vouchers for the adaptation of the current strength work “.” I would therefore like – concluded the President of the Region – to thank the exhibitors, historical and new brands, for the coast nte commitment to quality, avant-garde, the exchange of ideas, culture and creativity. And all those who, in various ways and always with absolute professionalism, contribute to supporting this great event which confirms the extraordinary ability of our Lombardy to create a system for the benefit of businesses, territories and communities “.