Caserta - An investment of approximately 50 million euros and a sign of confidence in the industrial future of Southern Italy: Nippon Gases, the European division of the Japanese giant Nippon Sanso Holdings Corporation, today inaugurated its new, futuristic air separation plant in Caserta.
The site, whose construction began in 2021 in the midst of the pandemic, is the first in Italy to fully employ Japanese technology to separate air into its essential components (oxygen and nitrogen), crucial raw materials for gases destined for the country's strategic sectors. The operation is part of a broader investment plan by the Group in Italy, exceeding €340 million overall.
Strategic hub for Southern Italy
The new facility is expected to be a key hub for logistics and production in Southern Italy. Thanks to the increased production capacity, the site will ensure greater availability of industrial and medical gases in an area that has recently experienced limited availability compared to demand. Although the plant directly employs approximately 10 highly specialized professionals—a small number given the high level of automation—it is expected to have a significant positive impact on the local supply chain.
"This plant was born from a shared vision: to create a facility capable of generating growth and development for the country, with the aspiration that it will represent a legacy of industrial culture and innovation for future generations," commented Eduina Marino, President and CEO of Nippon Gases Italia.
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Invisible gases, visible sectors
The Caserta plant's output is destined to support key sectors, from pharmaceuticals and medical devices (think oxygen therapy), to food (food preservation), and manufacturing (welding, electronic chips). High levels of automation ensure the highest standards of safety and operational efficiency. The plant also has significant storage capacity for nitrogen, argon, and oxygen, a key factor in ensuring distribution continuity and flexibility.
Today's Nippon Gases boasts deep roots in Italian entrepreneurship. The company traces its origins to the historic Guglielmo Rivoira, founded in Turin in 1920, who spearheaded the country's industrialization. Since 2018, the company has been part of the Nippon Gases Europe group, controlled by Nippon Sanso Holdings Corporation, one of the world's leading companies in the sector. In Italy, Nippon Gases has over 820 employees and posted revenues of €550,4 million in the fiscal year ending March 2025.
In line with its vision, the company emphasizes its commitment to sustainability, offering technological solutions that support customers in decarbonization processes and improving energy efficiency.
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