Sofidel, among the global leaders in the production of paper for hygienic and household use, known particularly in Italy and Europe for the Regina brand, is celebrating the 60th anniversary of its founding in 2026.
The milestone will be marked with a program of internal and external initiatives taking place throughout the year. The aim is to reaffirm the core values that have shaped the Group’s journey – today, as always, firmly focused on the future and guided by a vision of responsible growth rooted in the value of “Clean Living,” a positive force that promotes a cleaner, healthier, and more harmonious way of living for everyone.
Founded in 1966 from the entrepreneurial vision of Emi Stefani and Giuseppe Lazzareschi, the Sofidel Group – still entirely owned by the founding families – is currently undergoing a phase of significant expansion, particularly in the United States. Over the past three years alone, the company has invested more than $1.7 billion in the U.S. market, becoming the fourth-largest producer by production capacity in the country, while also ranking as the second-largest player in the European market.
The celebrations will focus first and foremost on the more than 9,500 people who are part of Sofidel across 13 countries in Europe and the United States.
Two Anniversary Days are planned for June, to be held at the Group’s historic headquarters in Porcari (Lucca) and in Horsham, near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where Sofidel’s North American Corporate Office is located. These two events will be preceded and followed by 26 “Family Days” involving the Group’s facilities. This calendar of events is intended as a symbolic embrace of the entire Sofidel community: all those who, through their daily work and commitment, help make the Group stronger
and better in Italy, across Europe, and in the United States.
On the external front, among the main public initiatives, the renewed partnership with the Giro d’Italia stands out. In addition to Regina’s sponsorship, with brand visibility throughout the entire cycling competition, the 2026 edition will feature the start of the 11th stage on May 20, departing from Porcari for the Porcari-Chiavari leg, named “Paper District”. This is a tribute to the paper manufacturing district where the Group was founded and grew, and where its operational heart is still located today.
There are further new developments related to the Giro d’Italia during this special year. Along the route of each stage, Sofidel will feature a branded arch positioned 60 kilometers from the finish line, celebrating its anniversary. Regina will also sponsor the “Gran Premio della Fuga,” presented to the rider who covers the greatest number of kilometers in breakaways over the course of the race. In addition, Sofidel will field its own “Regina” team competing in the Giro-E, the event held alongside the “Giro d’Italia” that features shorter stages and pedal-assist e-bikes. The team will be led by Claudio Chiappucci, known as “El Diablo,” a star of 1990s professional cycling, and will include Group employees and stakeholders.