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Professional Services 72 - Scientific research and development 72.1 - Research and experimental development on natural sciences and engineering 72.1 - Research and experimental development on natural sciences and engineering
100 jobs Number of planned job creations
Announcement Date
22 April 2026
Employment effect (start)
31 December 2026
Foreseen end date
31 December 2026
Description
Elt Group, an Italian leader in defence electronics, announced the opening of a new research and innovation hub in Bari, expected to create around one hundred highly skilled positions by the end of 2026. The new centre will focus on space, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity, strengthening the region’s industrial ecosystem and fostering collaborations with universities, startups, and SMEs. All new jobs will be based in Bari. The expansion reflects the company’s commitment to advancing digital capabilities and supporting Italy’s high-value technological sector.
Citation
Eurofound (2026), Elt Group, Business expansion in Italy, factsheet number 300233, European Restructuring Monitor. Dublin, https://apps.eurofound.europa.eu/restructuring-events/detail/300233.