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WEG announces investments to expand the production capacity of electric motors in Italy

WEG announced the first phase of investments of approximately €4 million to expand the production capacity of low-voltage motors in the Lissone region, Italy.

09/06/2025 12:28:28

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These investments include the acquisition of an industrial building for the installation of a new 6,600 m² factory, located in Milan, 22km from the current low-voltage motor factory of Cemp, a brand acquired by WEG in 2024.

Scheduled to begin
operations in the first half of 2026, the new facility will leverage synergies between the new structure and the Cemp factory, complementing the portfolio of explosion-proof motor products in Europe through WEG's factory in Portugal.

"This expansion represents a strategic step
for WEG in Italy, allowing us to increase our production capacity, optimise processes, and strengthen synergies between our operations in the country,” emphasises Rodrigo Fumo, Managing Director of Industrial Motors at WEG.

“With this, we reinforce our commitment to providing innovative
and high-quality solutions to our customers.”

WEG began its operations in Italy in 2001 with a commercial branch in Milan. In 2022, the company expanded its presence in the country by acquiring the Motion Control business of the Italian company Gefran,
located in Gerenzano.

In 2024, WEG further strengthened its presence by acquiring the business of the Cemp brand, a company specialised in manufacturing industrial electric motors for hazardous areas and brake motors.

Currently, the company operates two factories and a commercial branch in Italy, employing approximately 320 employees.

Written By Sophia Bell

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