Confindustria

Confindustria is the leading organization representing manufacturing and service companies in Italy, encompassing a membership of over 150,000 firms. While it is an industrial federation rather than a dedicated life sciences company, it plays a central role in the healthcare sector through its specialized member associations, most notably Farmindustria and Confindustria Dispositivi Medici. The organization advocates for industrial policies that promote innovation, research and development, and the global competitiveness of the Italian healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors. It acts as a primary interlocutor for the Italian government and European institutions, influencing regulatory frameworks and economic strategies. Confindustria also provides its members with support in areas such as internationalization, labor relations, and digital transformation to ensure the growth of the Italian industrial ecosystem.