What Liski does

Liski s.r.l. is a privately-held Italian manufacturer of sports safety equipment headquartered in Brembate (Bergamo), Italy, operating for approximately 40 years (founded ~1980s). The company designs, produces, and distributes slalom poles, protective mattresses, foam-rubber barriers, race-course delimitation materials, timing equipment, and rescue/rescue-medic products across four verticals: Winter (skiing/snowboard), Moto Sport (motorcycle racing), Summer (football, athletics, baseball, golf), and Bike (mountain biking, road cycling). Core manufacturing relies on PVC antinfortunistico (safety PVC) and gommapiuma (foam rubber), with the proprietary Safety Air Mattress flagged as FIS-recommended and foam barriers certified for FIM crash testing at Impact Laboratory Zaragoza and CSI Bollate Milan.

The business operates three revenue streams: (1) one-time product sales of safety equipment and accessories, (2) usage-based rental packages with on-site LISKI supervisors for event setup and teardown, and (3) custom/specialty products including personalized advertising banners and bespoke safety solutions. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed; customers request quotes through the website ([email protected]). Distribution combines a global network of official distributors and resellers — particularly for the Winter Program — with direct sales via the multilingual company website (Italian, English, German) and participation in trade events such as Mountain Planet Grenoble.

The customer base is institutional and federation-anchored: Liski has supplied six consecutive Olympic Winter Games (Turin 2006, Vancouver 2010, Sochi 2014, PyeongChang 2018, Beijing 2022, and Milano-Cortina 2026), holds official FIS and FIM approvals, and supplies top-tier European football leagues (Serie A, Premier League, Bundesliga, La Liga, Ligue 1, Primeira Liga) and international motorcycle circuits (Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, Sepang, Phillip Island). Sustainability initiatives (GREENMAT recycled mattresses, Green Poles) and ongoing R&D partnerships with international universities and research centers support the regulatory and brand moats in safety-certified competition equipment.

Name

Liski

Legal name

LISKI s.r.l.

Website

https://liski.it

Company type

Private

Founded year

1978

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Liski is an Italian manufacturer of sports safety equipment — slalom poles, foam-rubber barriers, protection mattresses, and race-course materials — serving ski federations, motorcycle circuits, top European football leagues, and six consecutive Olympic Winter Games across four verticals (Winter, Moto, Summer, Bike) for over 40 years.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Sports Safety Equipment Manufacturing

NAICS

Sporting and Athletic Goods Manufacturing (33992), Recreational Goods Rental (532284)

SIC

Sporting & Athletic Goods, Nec (3949)

akta.pro primary industry

Ski & Snowboard Equipment Retail (Skis, Boards, Boots, Bindings, Poles) (CRAMAJAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Ski & Snowboard Protective Gear Retail (Helmets, Goggles, Pads, Back Protectors) (CRAMAJAC), Winter Equipment Rental, Demo & Repair (Skis/Boards/Boots, Tuning) (THAAAJAH), Ski & Snowboard Rental & Demo Shops (CRAMAJAE), Winter Sports Equipment Distribution (Ski, Snowboard, Ice) (CRAOAJAE)

Keywords

• Slalom poles
• Protective mattresses
• Sports safety barriers
• Ski race equipment
• Motorcycle circuit safety

Headquarters

HQ city

Brembate

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Product Sales: Direct sales of sports safety equipment including slalom poles, protective mattresses, barriers, timing equipment, and accessories for ski, motor, summer, and bike sports.
2. Rental Services: Rental package services for event organizers including slalom poles, delimitation nets, protection nets, foam mattresses, start tents, frames, inflatable arches, and LISKI supervisors for event setup and management.
3. Custom/Specialty Products: Customization services for advertising banners, personalized products, and bespoke safety solutions for major sporting events.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

LISKI manufactures and distributes sports safety equipment including slalom poles, protective mattresses, safety barriers, and delimitation systems for competitive skiing, motorcycle racing, summer sports, and cycling events. The company also produces ski and snowboard repair equipment, and provides rental packages for event organizers. Products are FIS-recommended and FIM-approved, validated through crash testing at Impact Laboratory Zaragoza and CSI Bollate Milan.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Winter Program Comprehensive line of slalom poles, protection mattresses, safety barriers (Type A, B, BC-130), delimitation equipment, timing accessories, and start/finish materials for alpine skiing, Nordic skiing, and snowboard competitions. FIS-recommended products.
• Moto Sport Program FIM-approved foam rubber barriers (Type A, B, C), medical barriers, speedway protections, eye-track systems, flags, and bibs for motorcycle racing circuits. Products crash-tested at Impact Laboratory Zaragoza.
• Summer Program Field equipment, training tools, protection mattresses for all sports, fencing and advertising for sports facilities, and materials for baseball, golf, cross-country courses, and competition bibs for summer sports organizations.
• Bike Sport Program Protective mattresses for cycling races and slalom poles for mountain biking (MTB), serving bike parks, road cycling competitions, and trail course preparation.
• Ski Service Program Wire for spreading machines, gripping bases for skis and snowboards, candles (Ø 6mm, 8mm, 11.5mm), welder plates, hole fillers, and bushings for ski and snowboard repair operations.
• Safety Air Mattress Air-filled safety mattress for ski competitions that absorbs athlete impact during high-speed falls. Tested in laboratory and on slopes, and considered indispensable by FIS.
• Vacuum RES-Q Line Professional vacuum mattresses and splint kits for rescue operations in extreme conditions, designed for functional ease and maximum safety during intervention.
• Event Rental Services Rental packages for event organizers including slalom poles, delimitation nets, protection nets, foam mattresses, start tents, frames, inflatable arches, and LISKI supervisors for setup and management of major events.
• GREENMAT Recycled Mattresses Recycled protective mattresses produced as part of Liski's environmental sustainability initiatives, supporting circular economy in sports equipment.
• LISKI Slalom Poles Slalom poles including mechanical hinge, plastic hinge, and flexible pole variants, plus gate bases (ARROW Smart, RAPID) for ski competitions.
• Custom Branding and Bespoke Solutions Customization services for advertising banners, personalized products, and bespoke safety solutions tailored for major sporting events and individual customer needs.

Quantifiable outcome

• Supplied safety equipment for 5 Olympic Winter Games (2006-2022) plus expected 2026 Milano-Cortina
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Impact Laboratory ZaragozacoreTechnology or IntegrationCrash-test laboratory conducting FIM-approved testing for Liski's motorcycle safety barriers. Highly qualified laboratory personnel perform crash tests to ensure maximum safety standards for motorcycle racing circuits.
• CSI Bollate MilancoreTechnology or IntegrationF1 racing car crash test laboratory conducting testing for Liski's Safety Air Mattress technology. The laboratory validation ensures complete absorption of athlete impact during falls even at high speeds.
• International Universities and Research CenterscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOngoing collaboration with universities and highly qualified research centers worldwide that accompany Liski's research in winter sports, guaranteeing total material safety through extensive laboratory and field testing.
• FIS (International Ski Federation)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOfficial partnership with FIS for certification and recommendation of ski competition safety equipment including protection systems and slalom poles.
• FIM (International Motorcycling Federation)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOfficial FIM approval for motorcycle circuit safety barriers, with crash testing conducted at Impact Laboratory Zaragoza on behalf of FIM.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Briko: Italian sports protective equipment maker (helmets, goggles, eyewear) serving ski racing and motorsport athletes. Comparable as a fellow Italian competitor with overlapping safety/protection SKUs in ski race and moto disciplines.
• POC: Swedish sports safety specialist producing helmets, body armor, and protection for skiing, cycling, and mountain biking. Closely comparable niche focus on athlete safety across winter and bike sports, with similar federation-driven go-to-market.
• Dainese: Italian motorcycle and motorsport protection company supplying FIM-affiliated circuits and racers with suits, airbags, and back protectors. Comparable as a fellow Italian vendor serving the same FIM ecosystem that drives Liski's motorcycle barrier business.
• Komperdell: Austrian manufacturer specializing in racing and freeride ski poles, with comparable gate and racing-pole offerings used in FIS-sanctioned alpine and Nordic events. Directly overlaps with Liski's slalom pole line and serves similar race-organizer customers.
• UVEX: German helmet and protective-gear manufacturer with deep ski racing and cycling ranges, including FIS-relevant safety eyewear and protection. Overlaps with Liski on protection equipment supplied into elite winter sport.
• LEKI: German ski pole and glove manufacturer with a strong racing-pole range used by World Cup athletes. Overlaps with Liski in competitive alpine and Nordic pole categories and shares the same federation-certified customer base.

Broad incumbents

• Alpinestars: Large global motorsport protection brand with extensive MotoGP and F1 involvement. Overlaps with Liski's motorcycle-circuit customer base but addresses personal rider protection across a much wider product portfolio.
• Fischer: Large Austrian ski and Nordic equipment manufacturer with racing poles, skis, boots, and bindings serving World Cup and Olympic athletes. Touches Liski's pole and course-equipment customers but across a much wider portfolio.
• Salomon: Global sports brand producing skis, boots, bindings, poles, and trail-running/cycling gear. Comparable as a broader ski equipment incumbent whose race-pole and protection lines intersect with Liski's winter sports offerings.
• HEAD: Major global ski equipment manufacturer producing skis, bindings, boots, poles, and protective gear. Competes with Liski on the ski race side but operates a far broader product portfolio and racing-team structure.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/liskisportequipment
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/liski-s.r.l.

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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