Val di Sangro Expo

The second edition of Val di Sangro Expo was held from September 18 to 21, 2025, at Piazza Abruzzo in Atessa, growing from its 2024 debut: the exhibition area increased to 17,000 square meters (of which 6,500 were covered), with over 200 companies divided into ten productive sectors.

The heart of the event was the automotive sector, with a dedicated pavilion and special 300 sqm villages for Honda and Stellantis. The inauguration, on Thursday, September 18 at 3:30 PM, saw the participation of Regional President Marco Marsilio and Undersecretary Luigi D'Eramo, alongside the Mayor of Atessa, Giulio Borrelli.

Among the more than twenty scheduled events, highlights included the conferences "Crisis and Prospects of the Automotive Industry," "Motor Tourism for Territorial Development," "Is the SEZ Worth It?" and "The Future of Atessa between Sustainable Industry, Historical-Cultural Heritage, and Tourism Development." The offer was completed by food and wine tastings, food areas, children's play spaces, and an equestrian circuit.

Thursday, September 18

• 3:30 PM — Inaugural ceremony with Regional President Marco Marsilio and Undersecretary Luigi D'Eramo
• Opening of exhibition pavilions (over 200 companies, ten sectors)

Friday, September 19

• 11:30 AM — Conference "Crisis and Prospects of the Automotive Industry"
• 4:00 PM — Conference "Motor Tourism for Territorial Development"

Saturday, September 20

• 4:00 PM — Conference "Is the SEZ Worth It?"

Sunday, September 21

• 6:00 PM — Conference "The Future of Atessa between Sustainable Industry, Historical-Cultural Heritage, and Tourism Development"

Throughout the fair: Honda and Stellantis villages, food areas, tastings led by chefs and sommeliers, play spaces and inflatables for children, an equestrian circuit, and a 250-seat conference hall.