Aerospace

Inclination towards technology and innovation

The aerospace sector in Tuscany is an industrial and scientific excellence, comprising companies, research institutes and universities.

Tuscany hosts a large number of research institutes. The key to foster innovation is the strong connection between companies, universities, and public institutions.

In terms of innovation, Pisa, in particular, is considered a global center of excellence in robotics field. It’s one of the highest density of researches worldwide: in about 2 square kilometers there are 3 universities, 22 centers of research, the largest CNR(National Research Council) area of Italy, the INFM (National Institute for Nuclear Physics) and the European Gravitational Observatory

Excellence in robotics field

Pisa is considered a global center of excellence in robotics field

Chose to Invest in Tuscany

Tuscany hosts a strong Aerospace district with leading companies such as Leonardo and Thales

Aerospace majors

Consorzio Nazionale Interuniversitario per le Telecomunicazioni
Dipartimento di Ingegneria Civile e Industriale dell’Università di Pisa
Dipartimento di Ingegneria dell’Informazione dell’Università di Pisa
Istituto di Scienza e Tecnologie dell’Informazione del Consiglio Nazionale delle Ricerche
Istituto di Robotica – Scuola Superiore Sant’Anna

Sector data

Leading factors
why to invest

The region’s growing emphasis on the space economy makes it a strategic hub for future investments

Tuscany hosts a strong Aerospace District with leading companies such as Leonardo and Thales, supported by prestigious universities (Pisa, Florence, Siena) and advanced research centers. The collaboration between industry and academia fosters innovation and sector growth.

Tuscany offers strategic airports, technology hubs, and specialized laboratories, along with regional and national funding for R&D. The aerospace sector integrates with mechanics, electronics, and ICT, driving innovative and multidisciplinary solutions.

Thanks to its geographic position, Tuscany is well-connected to global markets and focuses on emerging technologies such as nanosatellites, advanced materials, and green propulsion.

30

Aerospace companies

22.5 %

Tuscany’s aerospace exports grew over the period 2019-2023

83.3 %

Aerospace companies with medium-high R&D content

2,000

Workforce

28.2 €M

export

200 €M

Revenues from overall Aerospace supply chain

Tuscany: a gateway to global markets

Thanks to its geographic position, Tuscany is well-connected to global markets and focuses on emerging technologies such as nanosatellites, advanced materials, and green propulsion.