Pirelli

Pirelli

http://www.pirelli.com
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Pirelli is a privately owned company headquartered in Italy. Founded in 1872, it has an estimated 11,640 employees. Functioning as a tier 1 media tech buyer, the company specializes in developing, manufacturing, and marketing tires for motor vehicles, industrial vehicles, and motorcycles.

Revenue

Founded

1872

Headcount

15,240

Headquarters

Italy

Primary Segment

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

Ownership

Privately Owned

News Summary:

Pirelli will supply its E1089 soft-compound development front tyre to Moto2 riders for the Austrian Grand Prix, as announced on September 16, 2026. This tyre, which received positive feedback during its debut at Aragón, features the SC1's structure but utilizes a distinct compound. Previously, on September 15, 2026, the company expanded its PIRELLI SPEEDBOATS range with the introduction of the new PIRELLI 44 | Ducati Edition. This special edition maxi-RIB, capable of 1500hp, made its debut at the 2026 Cannes Yachting Festival, stemming from a collaboration between SACS Marine and Ducati.

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Pirelli offers products in the media and telecoms services industry. Pirelli's product portfolio comprises of media and TV services.

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Sep

23rd

2026

06:30

Capital Investment, Emerging Tech, B2B Tag, Facility Expansion, Investments

Pirelli approves €1bn US plant expansion plan

Pirelli’s board of directors has approved a multi-year investment plan worth approximately €1bn ($1.14bn) to expand its tyre manufacturing facility in Rome, Georgia, in the US. The plan passed by majority vote, though three Sinochem- nominated board members – Zhang Haitao, Xi Xiaohong and Wang Kun – voted against it.

Sep

23rd

2026

06:30

Management Changes, B2B Tag, Management Changes, Facility Expansion

Pirelli: Marco Tronchetti Provera increases his stake to 29.9 per cent

Pirelli’s control is being consolidated, whilst the new governance structure is now firmly in place. Marco Tronchetti Provera & C, Camfin, Camfin Alternative Assets and Longmarch Holding announce that, today, the acquisition by CAA of a 3.34% stake in Pirelli from a leading banking institution was finalised.

Sep

23rd

2026

05:22

Emerging Tech, Hiring, B2B Tag, Bulk Hiring, Facility Expansion

Major tire company to expand in northwest Georgia

A global leader in tire production will invest $1.2 billion to expand in Georgia, bringing 1,000 jobs by 2033, according to Gov. Brian Kemp's office."This historic investment will expand Pirelli's footprint with roughly five times more positions than they currently employ across the region," Kemp said in a statement Tuesday.

Sep

23rd

2026

02:40

Management Changes, B2B Tag, Management Changes

Pirelli abolishes Corporate GM role; Tanzi to become consultant

Pirelli’s Board of Directors voted on 22 September 2026 to abolish its Corporate General Management function, bringing Francesco Tanzi’s tenure as Corporate General Manager to an immediate end. Tanzi will remain employed by Pirelli until 31 December 2026, after which he will take on a two-year consultancy role.

Sep

23rd

2026

01:56

B2B Tag, Facility Expansion

Pirelli approves €1 billion investment in US plant

At its meeting on 22 September 2026, the Board of Directors of Pirelli & C. S.p.A. approved a plan to invest approximately €1 billion in expanding its plant in Rome, Georgia, USA. Pirelli says the board approved the plan by a majority, with directors Zhang Haitao, Xi Xiaohong and Wang Kun voting against it.

Sep

22nd

2026

12:34

Emerging Tech, B2B Tag, Facility Expansion

Pirelli approves $1.2bn US plant expansion in Georgia

Investing.com -- Pirelli & C. S.p.A. announced on Tuesday that its Board of Directors approved a €1 billion investment plan to expand its Rome, Georgia manufacturing facility. The plan received majority approval, with board members Zhang Haitao, Xi Xiaohong and Wang Kun voting against it.

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Sep

22nd

2026

11:15

Events, B2B Tag, Events and Conferences

Pirelli warns Baku tyre cooling could increase lock-up risk at Azerbaijan GP

Pirelli has identified tyre-temperature management as one of the key technical challenges at the 2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix, with Baku’s exceptionally long flat-out section capable of cooling the tyres significantly before the heavy braking zone at Turn 1.

Sep

22nd

2026

10:25

New Offerings, B2B Tag, New Offerings

PIRELLI CYCLING INTRODUCES THE ALL-NEW SCORPION™ GRAVITY RANGE: FROM TRAIL RIDING TO DOWNHILL RACING

A completely redesigned line-up covering every gravity discipline, from trail riding to elite downhill racing. A new, simplified naming system helps riders choose the right tyre. Three tread patterns: Black Sting, Emperor and Red Claw. The new range has been developed with direct input from three-time Downhill World Champion Fabien Barel.

Sep

22nd

2026

08:15

Capital Investment, Hiring, B2B Tag, Bulk Hiring, Facility Expansion, Investments

Tire manufacturer adding 1,000 jobs in northwest Georgia

(The Center Square) – Italian tire manufacturer Pirelli will add 1,000 jobs and invest $1.2 billion in Georgia as part of an agreement announced by Gov. Brian Kemp on Tuesday. “This historic investment will expand Pirelli's footprint with roughly five times more positions than they currently employ across the region, and we wish them continued success here in the No.

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Sep

22nd

2026

07:00

New Offerings, B2B Tag, New Offerings

Pirelli's latest Scorpion tyres feature F1-style compounds and treads designed with Fabien Barel

Pirelli’s new Scorpion Gravity range includes new treads, casings and compounds. The three new tread patterns are called Black Sting, Emperor and Red Claw. There are four casings, which Pirelli says are all eMTB-compatible, and three compounds colour-coded and named after those used by Pirelli in its Formula 1 tyres.

Sep

22nd

2026

06:30

Emerging Tech, Events, ESG, B2B Tag, Marketing and Promotional Activities, Events and Conferences, Partnerships

Pirelli, Arma dei Carabinieri Sign Deal To Test Cyber Tyre On Rome Radiomobile Unit

Pirelli Arma dei Carabinieri Pirelli Cyber Tyre Pirelli, Arma dei Carabinieri Sign Deal To Test Cyber Tyre On Rome Radiomobile Unit By TT News September 22, 2026 Pirelli has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the General Headquarters of the Arma dei Carabinieri to trial its Cyber Tyre technology on selected vehicles from the Rome Radiomobile Unit.

Sep

21st

2026

09:58

Events, B2B Tag, Events and Conferences

Appointment on Saturday for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix

The next triple header will get underway in Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan and home to one of the fastest and most distinctive street circuits on the calendar. The track is 6.003 kilometres long and features 20 corners, some of them at right angles, with highly technical sections through the old city and long straights where the cars reach very high speeds.

Examples of Pirelli's suppliers include Magnaquest Technologies, LiveU and NAGRA-Kudelski.

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