The Business Mission Trip to Northern Italy 2026 is designed to provide Singapore companies with first-hand market exposure and facilitate meaningful business connections with Italian stakeholders across the regions of Lombardy (Milan) and Piedmont (Turin).

The programme combines market briefings, curated business matching sessions, company and facility visits, networking opportunities and engagements with government agencies, chambers of commerce and industry associations to provide participants with practical insights into the Italian market.

Delegates will have the opportunity to visit leading manufacturers, wholesale food distribution centres and innovation ecosystems, while meeting with potential manufacturers, suppliers, importers, distributors, buyers and business partners to explore commercial collaboration opportunities.

The mission will focus on key sectors including Food & Beverage, Advanced Manufacturing and Semiconductor, while remaining open to complementary industries across manufacturing, technology, logistics and supply chain ecosystems.

Through this Business Mission Trip, participants will gain a deeper understanding of Italy's business environment, manufacturing capabilities, innovation ecosystem and distribution networks, while identifying opportunities for market entry, partnerships and business expansion into Italy and the wider European market.

Important Information

Programme: The programme is tentative and may be adjusted based on partner availability, the final delegation profile and operational requirements. Company visits and business matching sessions are subject to confirmation.

Participation Fee: The participation fee covers only the official business mission programme and related activities organised by the Singapore Business Federation (SBF). Participants are responsible for arranging and bearing the costs of their own international airfares, accommodation, travel insurance, visa (if applicable), meals not included in the official programme, and any personal expenses incurred during the mission.

• Gain first-hand insights into Northern Italy's business environment, manufacturing capabilities and innovation ecosystem.
• Explore business opportunities across the Food & Beverage, Advanced Manufacturing and Semiconductor sectors.
• Meet potential manufacturers, suppliers, importers, distributors, buyers and strategic business partners through curated business matching sessions.
• Visit leading Italian companies, manufacturing facilities and wholesale food distribution hubs to better understand industry best practices and market trends.
• Engage directly with regional government agencies, chambers of commerce and industry associations to expand your business network.
• Learn about market entry strategies, regulatory considerations and the Italian business landscape.
• Explore opportunities for trade, investment, technology collaboration and partnerships with Italian companies.
• Position your business for expansion into Italy and the wider European market through targeted networking and ecosystem engagement.

This Business Mission Trip is suitable for:

• Singapore-registered companies exploring business expansion into Italy and the European market.
• Business owners, C-suite executives, senior management and decision-makers responsible for international business development.
• Companies in the Food & Beverage sector, including food manufacturers, importers, exporters, distributors, wholesalers, retailers, food service providers and hospitality businesses.
• Companies in Advanced Manufacturing and Semiconductor-related industries, including precision engineering, industrial automation, machinery, robotics, smart manufacturing, Industry 4.0, electronics and semiconductor value chain solutions.
• Companies looking to identify manufacturers, suppliers, importers, distributors, buyers and strategic business partners in Italy.
• Companies interested in market entry, business partnerships, investment opportunities and commercial collaborations across Northern Italy and the wider European market.
• Companies seeking to gain market intelligence and build networks with Italian government agencies, chambers of commerce, industry associations and business ecosystem partners.
• Please note: Participation is subject to SBF's review and approval to ensure alignment with the objectives of the Business Mission Trip.

Programme Commitment: Participating companies are expected to attend and actively participate in 100% of the official curated business mission programme, including market briefings, company visits, business matching sessions and networking activities, unless otherwise approved by SBF.