by EH
The regional government of Friuli Venezia Giulia has strongly criticized reports that the CEO of Adriatronics is considering selling the former Flextronics industrial site in Trieste, warning that such a move would have severe consequences for workers and the local economy.
In a joint statement on Tuesday, Regional Councillors Sergio Emilio Bini (Productive Activities) and Alessia Rosolen (Labor) called on the investment fund controlling the property to refrain from unilateral actions that could derail ongoing efforts to secure the site’s reindustrialization.
“We have learned from union sources about the alleged intention to proceed with the sale of the Strada al Monte d’Oro property,” Bini and Rosolen stated. “If confirmed, this would represent a gravely irresponsible act against social partners, institutions, and, above all, the workers.”
The site, previously operated by multinational electronics manufacturer Flextronics, has been the focus of regional efforts to revitalize employment and attract new industrial investment. Officials have been working to ensure a transition that prioritizes job retention and economic stability. The reported sale, they argue, would not only jeopardize these efforts but also undermine trust between stakeholders.
“The Region will use every available tool to counter what has been a murky and non-transparent operation from the outset,” the councillors said, adding that they intend to hold both the current owners and previous stakeholders accountable.
The news has reignited concerns about the broader economic landscape in Trieste, a key industrial and logistics hub in northeastern Italy. While the Adriatic port city has seen growth in certain sectors, including maritime trade and scientific research, its manufacturing base has faced challenges in recent years.
Local unions have called for immediate dialogue with Adriatronics’ management to clarify the company’s intentions and safeguard the interests of workers. Meanwhile, regional officials say they will continue to push for solutions that align with their long-term strategy for industrial redevelopment.
As negotiations unfold, the fate of the former Flextronics site will be closely watched, not just in Trieste but across Italy, where questions about foreign investment and labor protections remain at the forefront of political debate.
