Le Marche another Italy

“Marche d'eccellenza” which represents an ongoing exploratory study on a territorial umbrella-brand. Since 2009, stakeholders in the Marche region agreed to collect all regional typical products (agro-food and manufacture) and touristic destinations under this umbrella-brand in order to stimulate new aggregations and valorize the Marche “uniquenesses”. An analysis of the first “Marche d'eccellenza” forum will express the issues arising from dealing with a territorial umbrella-brand. Particular attention is given to the support that the university can offer in assisting this process.

Maria Grazia Pasqualini, from Offida, preserves the pillow lace tradition which has been handed on for three generations and the originality of the lace is guaranteed by the association of Offida's Pillow Lace.

The craftswomen make every kind of realization; super-refined the elements tied to the bride trousseaux: sheets, blankets, curtains, tablecloth and house vestments in general...

Cantiere delle Marche, a recently established builder of Italian leisure craft, and specifically displacement-design yachts in steel and aluminium, confirms its yachts’ success after only 11 months from its birth.
Vasco Buonpensiere, sales and marketing director, comments:”We are incredibly satisfied and proud of the redemption we had after the important showcase in Cannes...

With almost 40 years of experience, Berloni is a leader in the European cabinet and furniture industry. Offering a vast range of products and styles, the company takes pride in its collaboration with designers, artists, and industry. 

Gatto Cucine – thanks to the entrepreneurship of its founder, Mario Gatto - was one of the first Italian companies in the 1950s to start the revolution of “modular” kitchens. Since then, Gatto has sailed through decades of transformation with success and has made a name for itself in the evolution of the “made in Italy” kitchens. The Marchigiano model Gatto Cucine is located near the sea and Parco del Conero (a natural park) in Camerano, in the district of Ancona. Its location is not just any place, but symbolizes a set of values. Gatto has earned the title of being a Marchigiano model of excellence for development. Its constantly evolving business system is a dynamic expression of creativity and innovation, representing the values of a local working community, the territory and its rich traditions.

Hand printed linens are one the oldest artisan crafts in northern Le Marche. Using hand-carved wood block prints and colors made with natural ingredients, artisans have been making these beautiful linens since the Middle Ages. The patterns were inspired by rural life. Grapes, wheat, the rooster, sunflowers were the prevalent regional symbols. Later, the designs were expanded to include motifs from embroideries, architectural friezes, and other patterns from different ages. In addition to the traditional rust color, made with iron dioxide (rust), flour, and vinegar, linens are also printed in deep sea blue and earthy dark green, reflecting the tones of the region. Don’t forget to bring your table measurements with you in you are interested in these very special linens!

Eko is an Italian manufacturer of electric guitars, acoustic guitars and similar instruments, catering to professional level and manufacturing largely for export. It is located in Recanati, Marche.

Their products include classical guitars, 12-string guitars, arch top guitars, electric guitars and acoustic bass guitars.

Eko guitars gained high popularity during the rock'n'roll craze of 1960s, becoming the largest guitar exporter in Europe. Their electric models were often highly ornamented with pearl, featured 3 or 4 pickups and recognizable "rocker" switches for pickup selection. The acoustic models were popular in country and folk rock bands of the late '60s...