Italian Exhibition Group S.p.A. (IEG) has officially approved its 2025–2030 Strategic Plan, outlining an ambitious roadmap to scale operations, strengthen its international footprint, and accelerate long-term growth across global markets.
The newly approved plan extends IEG’s strategic vision through 2030, reinforcing a structured and sustainable growth trajectory focused primarily on organic expansion while selectively pursuing international opportunities.
CEO Highlights Long-Term Growth Vision
Commenting on the announcement, IEG CEO Corrado Peraboni said the Strategic Plan confirms the Group’s long-term vision and provides a stronger framework for future evolution.
“Our ambition is to continue on a path of primarily organic growth and accelerate international development,” Peraboni stated. He also reaffirmed IEG’s commitment to continued investments in its Vicenza and Rimini exhibition venues, which remain central to the Group’s operations.
Strong Financial Targets Through 2030
Looking ahead to 2030, Italian Exhibition Group aims to achieve:
- Revenues between €360 million and €365 million
- Adjusted EBITDA of at least €100 million
These targets are expected to build a solid foundation for potential large-scale expansion initiatives in the future.
Focus on Organic Growth and Strategic Investments
The updated 2025–2030 Strategic Plan prioritizes organic growth through IEG’s core exhibition and events business. It also strengthens the Group’s investment strategy while maintaining flexibility to explore external growth opportunities through mergers and acquisitions.
IEG reiterated its ambition to become a leading international trade fair group, expanding its business model via a diversified event portfolio, selective global presence, and integrated physical and digital platforms.
Four Strategic Pillars Driving Growth
The Group’s accelerated growth strategy for the 2025–2030 period is built on four key pillars:
1. Portfolio Growth
IEG plans to expand its trade fair portfolio to diversify revenue streams while reinforcing its flagship brands. The strategy includes:
- Launching at least one new trade fair every year
- Developing second-tier events
- Enhancing high-value digital services
- Expanding exhibition capacity at Vicenza and Rimini
- Pursuing selective acquisitions to accelerate growth
2. International Expansion
International growth remains a core priority. In existing markets such as Brazil and the United Arab Emirates, IEG plans to acquire and launch new trade fairs. In high-potential emerging markets, including Turkey and India, the Group intends to enter through targeted M&A transactions.
3. People and Culture
Human capital development is positioned as a key growth enabler. The IEG in-house Academy will continue to deliver specialized training programs designed to build critical skills within the exhibition and events industry.
4. Value Creation and Sustainability
The final pillar focuses on long-term value creation through a scalable and efficient operating model that safeguards profitability. IEG’s 2030 ESG Plan is fully integrated into its governance framework, aligning sustainability, innovation, and economic performance. The plan also introduces a dividend policy with a proposed minimum payout of 20% of net income.
Positive Financial Outlook and Investment Plan
The Strategic Plan forecasts strong growth across all major economic and financial indicators, with revenue and gross operating margin CAGR of approximately 7% between 2025 and 2030. Capital strength is expected to improve through a gradual reduction in debt, despite a significant €210 million investment plan, largely financed through internal resources.
Preliminary results for the 2025 financial year further support the plan’s outlook, with expected consolidated revenues of approximately €265 million, marking a 6% increase over 2024 and an 8% improvement compared to previous strategic plan targets.
