Sustainability as a concrete industrial strategy, not just a simple declaration of intent. This is the vision that has guided La Lucente SpA upon achieving the prestigious recognition EcoVadis Platinum, with an ESG rating that places it in the Top 1% of globally rated companies.
This achievement confirms the excellence of the Apulian company's organizational model, which operates in the facility management sector and is now one of the leading national operators in the sector.
A score that reflects a structured system of environmental policies, international certifications, ethical governance, and attention to people throughout the value chain.
Among the strengths highlighted are certifications, the publication of a certified sustainability report in line with international standards, as well as an advanced system for monitoring emissions and energy consumption.
On the social front, the evaluation also recognizes welfare programs, professional development paths, systems for protecting workers' rights, and structured policies for preventing discrimination.
For the company led by Angelo Volpe, this is a milestone that represents a step in a broader journey.
«The EcoVadis Platinum recognition – explains Volpe – confirms the consistency of a strategy that over the years has integrated sustainability, innovation, and social responsibility into our development model. This is not a one-off achievement, but the fruit of an industrial vision built over time and shared with everyone who works in the company.
Lucente, with its roots in 1922, is now a family business in its fourth generation. It has endured over a century of transformation, evolving into a modern industrial enterprise without losing its core values: quality service, responsibility, and respect for people.
Today, the company employs over 2.000 people, operates in approximately 1.000 construction sites nationwide, and generates a turnover exceeding €60 million. These figures reflect not only its growth in size, but also the strength of its structured governance and long-term strategic vision.
In recent years, the group has also accelerated its innovation efforts, introducing artificial intelligence tools for operational planning, data analysis, and service quality control, with the aim of increasing efficiency and operational standards in a sector characterized by highly complex management.
In this context, sustainability is not just a competitive requirement, but an element of identity.
«The longevity of a company – concludes Volpe – depends on the ability to adapt to change without losing our values. After over a century in business, we continue to grow with this conviction: to innovate while remaining true to our identity.