The 14th edition of Progetto Fuoco concluded with great success, attracting 45,000 professional operators, 30% of whom came from around the world. These figures provide significant insights into the growing interest of the public and industry professionals, highlighting an increasingly broad and diverse participation.
Business, environmental sustainability, energy savings, incentive systems, design, innovation, and technology were the central themes of Progetto Fuoco 2024. Once again, the event served as a key meeting point between supply and demand and as a strategic platform for updates and discussions on the sector’s most pressing topics. This was made possible through scientific collaborations with AIEL, Anfus, Assocosma, and all the leading industry associations.
The numbers of the 14th edition:
- 560 brands (47% from 41 foreign countries)
- 60,000 square meters of exhibition space (7 halls plus an outdoor area)
- 45,000 professional operators (30% from 48 foreign countries)
- Over 3,500 products on display, including 350 fully operational thanks to Veronafiere’s smoke extraction system
- 230 accredited journalists
Internationalization of operators
The 2024 edition welcomed 45,000 operators, with 30% coming from abroad, emphasizing the event’s increasingly international scope.
Among foreign countries, France led the ranking with 20% of total foreign visitors, followed by Germany, Spain, Austria, and Poland. The presence of visitors from non-European countries such as the United States, Canada, and Brazil further underscores the global appeal of Progetto Fuoco.
A Diverse National Audience
With 31,500 operators (70% of the total), Italian participation was widespread across the country. The Veneto region, thanks to its strong industrial tradition in the biomass sector, was the most represented with 31%. However, there was a notable increase in participation from Lombardy, Emilia-Romagna, Piedmont, Trentino-Alto Adige, and Tuscany, reflecting a growing awareness and interest in sustainable heating technologies.
Profile of the 45,000 operators
The participant analysis highlights a highly qualified and diverse audience. Private visitors accounted for 2,500 attendees, representing about 5% of the total, primarily interested in domestic and residential solutions.
