CESI Celebrates 70 Years of Energy Innovation

MILAN - CESI, a leading Italian energy technology company, celebrated its 70th anniversary this week with an event titled 'Powering What's Next' held at its headquarters in Milan. The milestone marks seven decades of the company's industrial history and technological innovation in service of the global energy sector. Founded in 1956, CESI has grown to become a prominent provider of testing, inspection, certification and engineering services for the power generation, transmission and distribution industries. Over the past 70 years, the company has played a key role in supporting the development of energy infrastructure and advancing new technologies to improve the reliability, efficiency and sustainability of power systems. 'For seven decades, CESI has been at the forefront of innovation, helping to power the energy transition and shape the future of the sector,' said CESI CEO Maria Grazia Midulla. 'As we look to the next chapter, we remain committed to driving progress through our world-class technical expertise, state-of-the-art facilities and collaborative partnerships.' The anniversary event brought together representatives from energy companies, research institutions and government agencies to discuss the latest trends and innovations shaping the global energy landscape. Topics covered included renewable energy integration, grid modernization, hydrogen technologies and the role of digitalization in optimizing energy systems. 'CESI's 70-year legacy is a testament to the company's ability to adapt and innovate in an ever-changing industry,' said Roberto Zangrandi, Secretary General of E.DSO, the European Distribution System Operators' Association. 'Their commitment to advancing energy technologies and supporting the transition to a sustainable energy future is truly admirable.' As CESI looks ahead to the next 70 years, the company says it will continue to leverage its deep technical expertise and extensive industry partnerships to help energy stakeholders worldwide meet the complex challenges of the modern power grid.