What FEGIME Italia does

FEGIME Italia S.p.A. is a consortium (consorzio) of 21 independent electrical material distributors operating 124+ physical points of sale across virtually the entire Italian territory. Founded in November 1984 as Consorzio Elettrico Lombardo (CONSEL) and rebranded under the FEGIME identity in 2005, the consortium functions as a buying group and shared-services platform for its family-owned member companies, enabling collective purchasing power, centralized invoicing, shared marketing, training programs, and digital tools while preserving the autonomy of each member. It is the Italian national chapter of FEGIME International, the European Federation of Independent Electrical Material Wholesalers founded in Berlin in 1993, which also spans France, Spain, Germany, the UK, Portugal, and FEGIME Latam (Argentina).

Name

FEGIME Italia

Legal name

Fegime Italia S.p.A.

Website

https://fegime.it

Company type

Private

Founded year

1984

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The consortium's proprietary technology stack includes FEGIME Connect (a mobile app for installers), FEGIMEDIA2 (an integrated digital signage and communication system functioning on any Windows-based network), and Web Order (an e-commerce ordering platform); member companies separately operate advanced logistics automation including AutoStore systems (e.g., Cignoli's 12,000-bin, 8-robot installation and Forel's Automha/Sbobinatrice technologies). The consortium monetizes indirectly through member companies' revenue (aggregate €550M turnover in 2021 across 26 members; Elfi S.p.A. alone reported €200M in fiscal 2025) rather than direct fees, and serves primarily SMB electrical installers, building contractors, and infrastructure projects requiring electrical materials across civil, industrial, renewable energy, and security system applications.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Electrical Distribution Services

NAICS

Plumbing and Heating Equipment and Supplies (Hydronics) Merchant Wholesalers (423720)

SIC

Wholesale-Electrical Apparatus & Equipment, Wiring Supplies (5063)

akta.pro primary industry

Electrical Supplies Retail (Wiring, Switches, Breakers, Conduit) (CRAIADAE)

Keywords

• Electrical material distribution
• Consortium buying group
• Wholesale electrical supplies
• Collective purchasing services
• Distributor network

Headquarters

HQ city

Cernusco sul Naviglio

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Consortium Membership Fees: FEGIME Italia generates value for member companies through collective purchasing power, shared marketing resources, training programs, and brand identity. Members benefit from consolidated buying strategies, quality certification, centralized invoicing, and international networking.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

FEGIME Italia is a consortium of 21 independent electrical material distributors in Italy, providing collective purchasing power, shared marketing, training, and digital tools to its members. Through a network of 124+ points of sale, member companies distribute electrical installation materials, lighting, automation, and related supplies to professional installers, contractors, and industrial buyers.

Product overview

FEGIME Italia is a national consortium of electrical material distributors comprising 21 member companies operating 124+ points of sale across Italy. The consortium offers member companies access to a suite of digital tools including FEGIME Connect (a mobile app for installers), FEGIMEDIA2 (an integrated communication system), and Web Order (e-commerce functionality). Member companies themselves specialize in distributing electrical materials, lighting, renewable energy products, industrial automation, security systems, HVAC, and building automation across Italy. The consortium also provides shared services including centralized invoicing, quality certification, international strategy sharing, and training programs. Some member companies have implemented advanced logistics automation including AutoStore systems and digital warehouse management solutions.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• FEGIME Connect: Mobile app for installers providing real-time news, promotions, events, courses, surveys and more
• FEGIME Voice
• FEGIME Day
• Better Future Awards
• FEGIME Future

Products and services

• FEGIME Connect Mobile application designed for professional electrical installers to access product catalogs, manage accounts, place orders, and engage with FEGIME Italia member distributors across Italy.
• FEGIMEDIA2 Digital signage and in-store communication system used by FEGIME Italia member companies to deliver standardized product information, promotions, and training content across their retail points of sale.
• Web Order Online ordering platform enabling customers to browse electrical product catalogs, place orders, and select in-store pickup or home delivery through FEGIME Italia member companies.

Quantifiable outcome

• FEGIME Italia reached 550 million EUR in business volume with 26 companies in consortium (2021)
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core, key partner and supporting partner.

• FEGIME InternationalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFEGIME Italia is part of FEGIME International, an international consortium of electrical material distributors spanning Europe and beyond. Founded in 1993 at the first European Congress in Berlin, the international group now includes members from France, Spain, Germany, Italy, UK, Portugal, and FEGIME Latam (Argentina). FEGIME Italia participates in international congresses, shares best practices, and benefits from global networking.
• FEGIME FuturecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFEGIME Future is an organization within FEGIME International composed of next-generation distributors aged 18-40. It was established to guarantee the longevity of Group companies and has developed initiatives including the current FEGIME logo, FEGIME Day events, and Better Future Awards for sustainability.
• ABBkey partnerTechnology or IntegrationABB is a key supplier partner of FEGIME Italia. In October 2025, FEGIME held its commercial meeting at ABB's Santa Palomba (Rome) facility, where members visited ABB's manufacturing plant for RCDs (residual current devices) and energy meters.
• Electrical Material Brand Partnerskey partnerChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFEGIME collaborates with leading brands in the electrical sector including Abb, Vortice, Scame, Beghelli, Hikvision, Sylvania, and many others. The consortium maintains partnerships with the best brands in the market to offer members comprehensive product access and competitive pricing.
• EXPOPERMANENTEsupporting partnerStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner for the design and implementation of the FEGIME Concept Store and New Design point of sale format, collaborating on store layout and visual merchandising standards.
• METELsupporting partnerTechnology or IntegrationMETEL provides digitalization services to the FEGIME network, offering tools for AI utilization, cross-sector dialogue, and digital transformation support for consortium members.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves11 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Others

• BTicino: Italian subsidiary of Legrand specializing in electrical and digital building infrastructure products. Comparable as a major Italian electrical brand whose products are distributed through FEGIME's member network.
• Gewiss: Italian manufacturer of electrical systems and components for lighting, building automation, and energy distribution. Comparable as a domestic Italian player in the broader electrical ecosystem that interacts with FEGIME's distribution channels.
• ABB Italia: Italian operations of ABB, a global electrification and automation leader and key FEGIME supplier partner. Comparable as a principal industry supplier whose relationship with FEGIME reflects the manufacturer-distributor dynamic in the Italian electrical market.
• Schneider Electric Italia: Global electrical equipment manufacturer and key supplier partner of FEGIME Italia. Comparable as a major industry player whose products flow through FEGIME's distribution channels, though not a direct peer given the manufacturer-versus-distributor distinction.

Broad incumbents

• Würth Italia: Italian subsidiary of the Würth Group, a global leader in fasteners, tools, and electrical supplies for trade professionals. Comparable business model of serving professional installers with broad product portfolios and a multi-branch retail network.
• Sonepar Italia: Italian subsidiary of Sonepar, the global leader in B2B electrical, lighting, and automation distribution. Direct competitor to FEGIME Italia in the Italian wholesale electrical supply market, with substantially greater scale and global purchasing power.
• Rexel Italia: Italian arm of Rexel, a major global electrical distribution group. Competes directly with FEGIME Italia for the same installer and contractor customer base across electrical materials, lighting, and energy solutions.

Direct peers

• Comoli Ferrari: Major Italian independent electrical material distributor with a multi-branch network across northern Italy. Most direct domestic comparable to FEGIME Italia in terms of business model, product range, and target customer (professional installers).
• Anitec: Italian electrical material distributor serving installers and industrial customers. Closely comparable to FEGIME Italia's member companies in product mix, customer base, and Italian geographic focus.

Regional players

• Cembre: Italian manufacturer of electrical connectors, tools, and equipment primarily for the railway and electrical markets. Comparable as a domestic Italian electrical industry player, though more manufacturing-focused and less directly competitive in distribution.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks1 record

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/FegimeItalia
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/fegimeitalia
• Instagraminstagram.com/fegimeitalia

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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