Mimit is the Italian government ministry responsible for economic development, business support, industrial policy and promoting the “Made in Italy” brand globally. It has stated it is open to reconvening discussions only if both sides show greater willingness to compromise.
Natuzzi, which employs around 1,800 people across sites in Puglia, Basilicata, Friuli Venezia Giulia and Romania, is pursuing a restructuring plan introduced last November in response to declining demand in key markets. The proposal includes closing the Jesce 2 site, selling the unused Ginosa plant and implementing a broader business reorganisation. It also includes the voluntary redundancy of around 400 workers nearing retirement and the relocation of at least 300 employees to other local companies, alongside an investment programme exceeding €50 million between 2026 and 2028.
Trade unions have rejected the proposal in its current form, insisting that an agreement on early retirement incentives must be secured before negotiations can proceed further.
Mimit stressed the need for a shared solution to address the company’s financial challenges and urged both parties to adopt more constructive positions, warning against actions that could undermine the chances of reaching a final agreement.
