ESG objectives
On January 30, the Municipality of Genoa began work on drafting its first Sustainability Report, which will be published in spring 2026. It is a public and voluntary document, an advanced non-financial reporting tool designed to make not only businesses, but also citizens, participate in the results achieved by the Authority and the City in the... more
Summit of The Ocean Race
On January 28, 2026, Genoa's historic Palazzo Ducale hosted The Ocean Race Summit Genova: Nudging the New Ocean Society, a participatory, youth-focused event that brought together over 200 political leaders, activists, scientists, sailors, creatives, and students to discuss the future of ocean health. The Summit was conceived as a dynamic... more
The infrastructure, which will connect Valencia and Genova with an investment of €100 million, consolidates the Ligurian capital's position as a strategic gateway for data flows between the Iberian Peninsula and Europe. Genova's role as a nerve center in global telecommunications routes is strengthened. Sparkle, a leading operator in... more
Airplane flying
Starting in March 2026, AirIdea, a new airline based in Genova at Cristoforo Colombo Airport, will launch its operations offering direct and efficient connections to major cities in Northern and Northeastern Italy. The flights, operated by modern twin-engine aircraft capable of accommodating up to 18 passengers, will be operated on a daily basis.... more
Multimodal AI
  Already seen as a hub of excellence in applied artificial intelligence based in Genoa, Fusion AI Labs has presented significant results in just a few months of operation. Launched in October 2025, the company now boasts 15 young professionals with solid experience, including at the international level: a result that demonstrates how Fusion... more
Poster "Capital of the Sea 2026"
  Genova has applied for “Italian Capital of the Sea 2026” with the aim of enhancing the historical and economic link between Genova and the sea, promoting sustainable growth, social innovation, and urban regeneration. In support of the candidacy, the city has joined the EU Mission Charter “Restore our Oceans and Waters... more
Statue of the angel at Staglieno Monumental Cemetery
  The Monumental Cemetery of Staglieno is officially among the winners of the 12th edition of FAI’s “Places of the Heart” ranking eighth in Italy and first in Liguria. This is a historic achievement, as Staglieno is the only cemetery to have ever received funding from the national grant program. The recognition is the... more
Poster Conference "Genoa, Port of Data" with directions on place, date and time
  On Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at 10:30 a.m., the Conference “Genoa, Data Port” will take place in the Representative Hall of Palazzo Tursi, at Via Garibaldi 9. The meeting, sponsored by the Municipality of Genoa, will provide an opportunity to analyze the evolution of Genoa's digital ecosystem and initiate discussions... more
Logo of the event
  With the traditional “passing of the cue” from President Marco Fulcheri of the Biella ANA section to President Stefano Pansini of the Genoa ANA section, the venue for the 97th edition of the National Alpine Gathering (ANA) was officially announced: our beautiful Genoa. The Alpine Gathering is one of the most attended... more
Panoramic view of Genoa
Genoa was listed among the 52 destinations to visit in 2026 by the New York Times and is the only Italian city on the list, along with Assisi and Breuil-Cervinia. This recognition values the city for its maritime history, cultural heritage and urban projects that are bringing it back to the centre of international attention. The article cites the... more
Biking on the mountains
  12 months, 4 seasons, 440 km: the 2026 Wild Expedition Liguria presents itself as the slowest expedition in the world, a regenerative journey to rediscover Liguria's most authentic self; an experience that overturns the concept of travel, seen no longer as a race but rather as a profound experience. The proposal, approved by the city... more
Presentation image ZENiA
  ZENiA is the new virtual assistant launched by the Municipality of Genoa based on artificial intelligence designed to facilitate the relationship between the Administration and citizens. ZENiA is available on the institutional website www.comune.genova.it and can be reached directly at the link www.comune.genova.it/zenia. Thanks to ZENiA... more