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BARBARA PANETTA – Chloe’s Promise

(by Stefania Del Monte)

Barbara Panetta is the author of Chloe’s Promise, an alluring new children’s book and video initially raising funds in favour of the NHS and now supporting Momentum Children’s Charity.

Originally from Italy, Barbara is currently based in Richmond, Surrey, where she lives with her husband, two children and a golden retriever. This is not her first book: her language studies and interest in psychology drew her to write her first novel Ricordi in movimento (2015). She also curated several publications.

We are eager to find out how the idea of Chloe’s Promise was born:

“It was all very sudden! – reveals Barbara – One day I was in my garden listening to one of my daughters practising the piano, when I noticed a column of ants struggling to collect a biscuit crumb that had fallen to the ground. This set my thoughts in motion and the idea for Chloe’s Promise germinated”.

Author Barbara Panetta

Once the story had been outlined, Barbara worked together with children’s psychologist Giovanna Campolo to ensure that the words used and the morals were appropriate for children of three years and above. The result is a charming, illustrative work that is sure to engage any child.

“The story – she explains – is about a little ant named Chloe and her brothers and sisters. The main focus is the relationship between adults and young children, and especially the ways in which they both learn to trust and respect each other and the choices they make”.

The book is enriched by beautiful illustrations sketched by Barbara, who is not an illustrator but used her passion to produce some pretty drawings. She has used watercolour rather than digital processing, to keep it as simple as possible.

Later, graphic designer Aurelio Scalabroni intentionally added spots of colour in most of the pages, giving the impression of an unfinished work and sharing with readers the idea that nothing is perfect.

Through such illustrations and the use of simple language, children can therefore identify with the main characters, comparing themselves to hard working, determined and disciplined ants.

Chloe’s Promise aims to raise charity funds:

“Since the beginning – affirms Barbara – my intention was to support storytelling at home between parents and children during the COVID-19 crisis. I believe that at difficult times we can all contribute, in different ways. I also really wanted to help children in need, therefore all profits generated from the book are donated to a local registered charity called Momentum Children’s Charity, who is supporting children with cancer or life challenging conditions. I wish my book could bring a big smile to all those unfortunate children”.

This is both a print and a video book benefiting from the collaboration of Ben Shephard, presenter of ITV’s Good Morning Britain and Tipping Point, who proudly agreed to narrate the story, and musician Alessandro Viale, author of the soundtrack.

Viale talks enthusiastically of this special project:

“It has been a lot of fun! – he says – This involved composing, selecting and performing. Because of the lockdown, I had to find creative ways to work without moving from home. This is why I ended up recording on a very ancient English Broadwood square piano made in 1815. I tended to play different pieces according to my mood and, when inspiration struck, compose something new. Therefore, I identified with the little ant Chloe and with all the feelings emerging from the story. She loves Chopin (and Tchaikovsky) but, sometimes, she just reacts to what happens by putting her hands on the piano and improvising”.

Barbara, whose daughters both play the piano and the cello since they were three years old, agrees with Viale in believing that it is very important for children to familiarise with music from an early age:

“I think music can help to express the vast amount of new emotions that a child undergoes while growing. I am very happy that little Chloe decided to spend her day relaxing and playing the piano: no surprise that the day after she was able to work even harder!”.

Featured image:
The illustrated cover of Chloe’s Promise

 

MSC Grandiosa hosts “The Nolans Go Crusing” the new TV series on Quest Red

MSC Grandiosa hosts “The Nolans Go Crusing” the new TV series on Quest Red on Tuesday 7th July at 10pm, on Quest Red and dplay.

The eight-part series was filmed on board MSC Grandiosa shows four of the famous sisters – Coleen, Anne, Maureen and Linda as they embark on an adventure around the Mediterranean.

The sisters set sail from Genoa in Northern Italy on their first holiday together in 20 years visiting some of the region’s most popular ports including Palermo, Marseille, Civitavecchia and  Barcelona. From exploring the sights, to making the most of everything the incredible ship has to offer, the sisters explore the Mediterranean in style on this once in a lifetime trip, all culminating in a final one-off performance of their hit song ‘I’m in the Mood for Dancing’ in the ship’s elegant 900 seat theatre.

Speaking about the start of the new series, Antonio Paradiso, Managing Director, MSC Cruises UK & Ireland commented: “We have been working on this project for almost a year and it’s something we’ve been incredibly excited about right from the word go. We know how much our ships have to offer and what memorable experiences our guests have onboard but working on a TV series like this allows the UK audience to see on a big scale what a great holiday choice a cruise is.

 

He added “Watching the show it really comes through how much fun The Nolans had onboard MSC Grandiosa and we hope that the audience watching will see what a great experience the sisters had and feel inspired to take a cruise holiday too.”

 

MSC Grandiosa is the largest ship in the MSC Cruises fleet of 17 ships and came into service in October 2019. The ship carries 6,300 passengers and has 20 bars and lounges, two theatres and 12 unique dining venues including the Teppanyaki restaurant which was firm favourite with The Nolans during their voyage.

The Nolans Go Cruising will feature on Quest Red every Tuesday at 10pm from the 7th July – 25th August. The episodes will also be available to view via on demand service dplay following the broadcast.

CLAUDIO GUERRINI – Once upon a (first) time

by Stefania Del Monte

RDS radio presenter, correspondent for La Prova del Cuoco on Rai1, presenter and commentator on TV programs,  collaborator of the weekly magazine Vero, animator and deejay of musical and cultural events and, recently, also author with the book C’era una prima volta (Once upon a first time): Claudio Guerrini, one of the most well-known and appreciated voices on the Italian national radio scene, is a polyhedric and versatile figure. We met him to talk about his professional career, mirror of a multifaceted and unstoppable personality.

Claudio, you made your professional radio debut, quickly joining national radio networks. Is that what you always wanted to do or did you have other dreams as a child?

I had many, maybe too many dreams. In a few years I cherished the dream of being a tennis player, commentator, journalist, deejay, radio and television presenter. I was a little confused, I admit it. I tried to do everything, some things I did well, some others I didn’t. But it could have been worse…

Your program within the RDS program is very popular. Can you tell us more about it?

It’s a program born when I started conducting early afternoon, first alone, then with Rosaria Renna. Over time, the first imitations, the first squabbles, the first columns were born almost by chance. We immediately had an excellent response from the public and so, when Rosaria abandoned me to go to RMC, I asked the management to continue the journey with Roberta Lanfranchi: she and the company accepted and for three years we have been on the air with the Guerrini & Lanfranchi Show.

This year marks your twenty years of collaboration with RDS. What has changed in the way of doing radio, from 2000 to today?

Really??? So many! I didn’t know, thanks for the news! The main difference is the increasing interaction with the web and now with social networks. Once when I played music I rested, now I take pictures, stories, manage Facebook or Instagram both for the radio profiles and for my personal. Practically a double job!

In 2006 you made your television debut. What attracted you to the small screen?

The ability to express myself in different ways. The radio is always fascinating but more repetitive, it is based precisely on the familiarity and affection of listeners. On TV you can happen to do completely different things, sometimes opposite. I acted in the candid camera, I was a columnist, a judge, I recited poems, I conducted a program on cinema, a sportsman, I worked for La prova del cuoco and Buono a sapersi on Rai1. .. I like to express myself in different ways, I believe that versatility is one of my (few?) strengths.

Besides doing radio and television, you also do a lot of other things. Can you tell us about them?

Well, to be able to speak directly with many people, first of all you need to get informed, so I read everything, I get daily information from the websites of the main Italian and international newspapers. Then books, films (especially from the 60s and 70s), sports and, of course, I keep my social profiles updated.

Your first book was recently released, entitled C’era una (prima) volta/Once upon a (first) time. What is it about?

It is an almost educational book. Thanks to the direct testimonies of the protagonists, I have told the professional beginnings of many successful characters, from Enrico Mentana to Giuliano Malagò, Noemi, Sandra Milo, Paolo Genovese, Michele Guardì, Dario Ballantini, Paolo Rossi and many others. Funny, moving stories came out, all very interesting.

How was the idea born?

From the questions of many listeners and followers, who often ask me how you can start making radio or TV. Instead of responding individually to each of them, I came up with the idea of ​​writing a book, telling not only my story, but also that of many personalities who have been successful in their respective professional fields.

Of all the characters interviewed in your career, is there anyone who has impressed you more than others?

The story of my friend Francesca Stella, the least known but the strongest of all! Her battle against a terrible disease, first discovered a year ago, is a wonderful example for all of us.

Can you share with us some curious anecdote?

One of many is that of Paolo Genovese, who won his first short film competition thanks to a sensational mistake by a technician. So he went from the deepest discomfort to the first big success of his life. From which his great career started. So never give up!

Are there any new projects on the horizon?

Many, but this mandatory quarantine must first pass. I am taking advantage of it to write, plan, imagine. Meanwhile, I conduct the radio program from home and every night at 9 pm I interview many characters live on my Instagram profile. A big good luck to all of us to start again as soon as possible.

(Images courtesy of the interviewee)

Click here for the interview in Italian

 

CIAO MAGAZINE INTERNATIONAL YOUNG AUTHORS AWARD – Winners of the first edition announced

The first edition of the International Young Authors Award organised by Ciao Magazine, ended with the designation of the winners.

The event, reserved for students of secondary schools of less than 18 years of age and located outside the Italian territory, was aimed at promoting the Italian language in the world, especially among young people, through the enhancement of linguistic skills of the participants and took place with the auspices of AIM – Associazione per l’Italia nel Mondo.

The vote was carried out by a jury chaired by Stefania Del Monte, Director of Ciao Magazine, and made up of five experts: Maria Iacuzio, president of the Italian British Association, journalist and teacher; Antonello Caponera, journalist, teacher and national secretary of A.I.M. in Colombia; Tommaso Avati, writer and screenwriter; Luca Vullo, author, director, producer, coach, as well as expert on Italian language and gestures; Michele Pilla, journalist, writer and presenter of Patrimonio Italiano TV.

For this first edition, Ciao Magazine received contributions from Argentina, the United States and Spain. For each of the articles published in the Giovani Autori section on the magazine’s website, jurors voted with a number ranging from 1 for the lowest score to 10 for the highest one. At the end, the following students were declared winners: 

First prize

Chiara Bussotti (16 years old, Madrid) with ASPETTANDO GODOT

Wins an Amazon voucher of €150 and an internship at Ciao Magazine

 

Second prize

Francesca Romana Val Bagli (16 years old, Madrid/New York) with LA KEATS SHELLEY HOUSE

Wins an Amazon voucher of €100

 

Third prize (equal merit)

Sandra Valentina Dallazuana (16 years old, Colón-Entre Ríos/Argentina) with L’HOTEL DEGLI IMMIGRANTI

Wins an Amazon voucher of €25

 

Claribel Cabrera (16 years old, Colón-Entre Ríos / Argentina) with MARIA ELENA WALSH

Wins an Amazon voucher of €25

 

Out of competition, a special jury prize was also awarded to Sara Del Monte (11 years old, residing in Italy) for the story SUGO. Il gatto invisibile ed altre avventure, written at the age of 7 and for which the young author wins an Amazon voucher of €30.

Design © Francesco Caponera

Click here to read this article in Italian

Bellavita Expo now proudly the UK’s largest Mediterranean food and beverage expo  

 – Bellavita Expo returns to London for its sixth year, featuring a massively expanded and diverse showcase of the finest food and beverages from not only Italy, but across the wider Mediterranean region.

From Thursday 7th – Friday 8th November 2019, Bellavita Expo will once again take place the Business Design Centre, in the heart of London’s Angel, for its revamped flagship event following a year of successful exhibitions across the world, including Amsterdam, Warsaw, Hamburg, Chicago, Toronto, Mexico City, Bangkok and China.

 

2018’s event in London was an immense success, continuing the exponential growth of the expo year-on-year. Over 6,000 professionals were in attendance, over 1,000 new products were exhibited and over 300 top buyers judging the annual Bellavita Awards. 92% of guests reported that they intend to revisit, and 90% believed the Expo stood out compared to similar events.

 

This year, Bellavita Expo is set to exceed even this, with an exhibition introducing visitors to a far greater range of quality food and drinks from the likes of Spain, Croatia and Slovenia. From iconic brands to lesser-known artisanal wonders, over 350 exhibitors will be in attendance, presenting an expansive range of 10,000 individual products, including 1,200 making their debut in the UK market. Among Bellavita’s newest offerings will be products from 85 Spanish companies, providing visitors with more variety than ever before.

 

Though the scope of the event has greatly expanded, all the hallmarks of the carefully selected products on display remain – attention to detail, authentic flavours and high-quality ingredients, in everything from essentials such as fresh dairy goods and extra-virgin olive oils, to gluten-free, vegan and vegetarian alternatives.

 

More than just a trade show, Bellavita Expo is also dedicated to providing those in attendance with a day full of the highest quality content and business opportunities – Aldo Mazzocco, CEO, says: “In partnership with industry leaders Veronafiere S.p.A. (Vinitaly) and Fiere di Parma S.p.A. (Cibus), Bellavita Expo will offer guests the chance to engage directly with producers and experts of the trade. We are enhancing our visitors’ experience with a wider selection of Mediterranean products while also working with the most respected opinion leaders in the trade to bring to buyers the most up to date news and insights, live industry debates and exclusive product tasting”.

 

Moreover, Bellavita Expo will continue to play host to networking opportunities for the copious professionals in attendance from the food and beverage industry, giving visitors the chance to forge critical connections and partnerships. Buyers, distributors, restauranteurs, sommeliers and head chefs will here have the chance to confer with Mediterranean producers and discover the key trends in the F&B sector.

 

Five academies, each respectively dedicated to Food, Wine, Beer, Mixology and Pizza, will host a series of in-depth talks, debates and masterclasses exploring both current and upcoming trends in the industry, led by 84 key speakers from throughout the sector. “Bellavita is always a huge opportunity to learn and find new brands. I cannot wait to be part of it again” says Giorgio Locatelli, Michelin-starred chef and judge on MasterChef Italia, who will be returning to the Bellavita stage this year to share his industry knowledge, among other speakers.

 

BeWine, Bellavita Expo’s wine academy, will host exclusive wine tasting and food pairing masterclasses, with not-to-be-missed Mediterranean organic, volcanic, and sparkling wines with Masters of Wine and WSET-qualified sommeliers. Angela Mount, event ambassador and wine presenter, says Bellavita “truly represents the spirit of Italy, and the quality of the produce both in food and wine, and is now attracting impressive audiences from all over the world. I am delighted to be working with them again.”

 

Among the newest features of this edition is the Private Label Zone, an area entirely dedicated to buyers from the retail and HoReCa sector seeking own-labelled products. A concierge will be on hand to assist buyers to plan their visit, schedule meetings with producers and provide samples.

 

Further features and experiences will be announced in the lead up to the event, ensuring that Bellavita Expo continues to be a vital date in the calendar of any F&B professional with a passion for the very best that the Mediterranean has to offer.

No more deadlines. Is it really the end? The final goodbye is near for the UK

London – the final date for the UK to leave the EU – is here within two months! The Hungarian composer and entrepreneur’s Brexit-inspired music has never been more actual then now!

The British exit if the European Union is the most significant economic agreement between major economies since the Second World War and much about the forthcoming process of transitioning out of the EU has no precedent. Both the UK and the EU will be significantly changed by what is about to unfold economically, socially and in every aspect of our life.

It is no wonder that this historical event urges many battels of opinion, emotional turmoil and even inspire artists who feel the urgent need to express the opinion of hundred thousand of people through their art! Mr Joseph Felföldi Hungarian composer and entrepreneur mogul, the founder of a Hungarian food company was one of the first artist who responded to this life changing significant act of the UK.

 

In the immediate wake of the 2016 shock UK decision to leave the European Union, Hungarian film and music producer Joseph Felföldi felt moved to compose a musical response entitled “Brexit Ballet”.

 

The composer has strong business links to the UK so he wanted to express the mixed feelings of Europeans that he felt were missing from the discussion. Felföldi’s music video was uploaded to YouTube 2 years ago and gained almost a million views. More than half of the views came from English-speaking countries, with most of the rest from European Union countries.

 

Mr Felföldi feels the near-one-million views and countless comments have vindicated his video project and he hope it will continue to draw attention to the importance of international political awareness as the world enters an ever more turbulent period of change.

 

No-deal Brexit has never loomed larger than in the current moment. Boris Johnson has said that Britain will leave the European Union on 31st of October. His entire political strategy is based on the credibility of his threat to follow through, regardless of whether he has come to an agreement with the remaining 27 members.

 

A no-deal Brexit means the UK would leave the European Union immediately on 31stOctober 2019, and there would be no agreements in place about what the relationship between the UK and the EU will be like in future.This includes special agreements about how UK and EU companies could work and do trade with each other. A lot of companies have said they are worried about not knowing exactly how their businesses will work if there is a no-deal Brexit at the end of October.

 

“ I sympathise with the people of the UK, I respect their their decision to leave the EU”  Mr Felföldi says, “ I would even go further and say that I don’t think the British people’s vote to leave was a mistake, but that the leaders have made a mess of it since.”

 

Joseph Felföldi’s song is inspired by the English ballad tradition, with the lyrics identifying themes that Europeans associate with Britain: A misty island, at once nearby and distant; a proud seafaring nation with a long history; and a complex destiny intertwined with that of Europe. Out of respect, Felfoldi sings the lyrics in English, himself.

 

The choreography is arranged by Zsuzsa Laczó of the Csokonai Theater in Debrecen, with dancer Kitti Gall playing Britannia on a bare stage. The narrative evokes a combination of admiration, beauty, trauma, and sorrow.

 

“With our eyes on Britain now, it creates an opportunity for self-reflection and wider reflection, too: Where we come from, where we are now and where we are heading to politically, physically and spiritually. These are significant questions we should contemplate and we should act if we don’t like the picture.” – explains Felföldi.”

 

Felföldi is a Hungarian businessman and founder of a candy company which exports across Europe and the world, with the U.K. representing one of its strongest partners. He also writes and produces songs and poetry. He lost one of his eyes in an accident when he was 14 years old. “At this time, his sister gave him his first guitar; his affinity and commitment to music, literature and arts has accompanied his every waking moment since,” the statement says.

Are Ferrari Living Off Past Reputation In Formula One?

No team has been more successful in the history of Formula One than Ferrari. The Italian outfit’s 16 Constructors’ Championships set them apart from the rest of the field. However, the rise of Red Bull Racing and Mercedes Racing in the past decade has resulted in a 10-year drought for the once dominant team. Ferrari have tried several drivers in their bid to regain their hold at the top of the sport, but they’ve not managed to find a combination to claim the title.

The last two Ferrari drivers to combine to win the crown were Felipe Massa and Kimi Raikkonen, although neither was able to enjoy individual success in the 2008 campaign as Lewis Hamilton lifted the Drivers’ Championship for McLaren. In the years since the Italian outfit have been blown away by first the quality of Red Bull as Sebastian Vettel and Mark Webber enjoyed a run of four straight crowns. Hamilton and Nico Rosberg then took command for Mercedes, matching the exploits of their rivals by triumphing for four years in a row.

Bottas then joined Hamilton for Mercedes’ fifth win in as many years and they appear to be on course for a sixth crown in the 2019 campaign. Mercedes hold an imperious lead in the early stages of the season, with Ferrari being backed at 14/1 in the latest F1 odds to end their stranglehold of the Constructors’ Championship. Vettel and Charles LeClerc have been solid enough on the circuit this term, but have not managed to produce a victory yet, leaving them with an uphill challenge for the rest of the term to haul in Mercedes’ lead.

Vettel did finish ahead of Hamilton at the Canadian Grand Prix. However, the German saw his win chalked off by the FIA after being accused of dangerous driving, re-joining the track in an unsafe manner along with forcing Hamilton off the circuit. The result epitomised Ferrari’s start to the season, failing to make the inroads that the team would have wanted after their underwhelming decade behind Mercedes and Red Bull. The Italian outfit have experimented with different drivers, luring Vettel away from Red Bull in 2014. At the time, the German was on a run that only the legendary Michael Schumacher has matched, winning four world titles on the spin.

It was expected that Vettel would go from strength to strength with Ferrari and surpass his compatriot as the most successful driver in the history of the sport. However, Vettel has not come close to challenging for the crown since as Hamilton has taken up the mantle and is now in pursuit of Schumacher’s record. Ferrari have been unable to give their star man a car that is capable of matching Mercedes, despite spending significant resources on improving their vehicles.

They’ve struggled for consistency, while the Italian outfit have also not been able to match the modifications made by their rivals mid-season. Vettel’s form has tailed off dramatically in his five seasons with Ferrari, which has made the crucial difference in the race for the title, especially over the last two years.

No matter who has been behind the wheel at Ferrari – whether it be Fernando Alonso, Vettel, Massa or Raikkonen – it has not yielded success for the team over the last 10 years. LeClerc may be the next great hope, but at the moment Ferrari are living off their past reputation rather than their quality on the track.

Elections 2019: First seat projection for new Parliament

Elections 2019: First seat projection for new Parliament and turnout estimate
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The first aggregated projection of the composition of the new European Parliament, based on exit polls published in 11 countries and pre-election voting intentions in 17 Member States:

EP seats   
First EP seats

These figures are based on national estimates published in 11 countries (Austria, Cyprus, Germany, Ireland, Malta, Netherlands, Bulgaria, Croatia, France, Denmark, Slovakia)

and pre-election voting intentions in the remaining 17 member states.
Seat projections will be updated throughout the night, as estimates and official results come in from member states, with first provisional global results expected at about 23:15.
On www.election-results.eu you will find national results, seats by political group and country, the breakdown by national parties and political groups, MEPs’ gender balance or turnout. You will also be able to compare results, check majorities or upload your widget.
Turnout estimates indicate a significant increase in participation
Preliminary turnout estimates at around 51 % (without UK figures, not available yet) indicate a significant increase in participation and the highest turnout for at least the past twenty years. Depending on the UK results, the overall turnout could vary between 49 and 52 %.

Why Italy is the 5 Tourist Country in the World  

It’s official: according to a report by the World Tourism Organization Italy is one of the most popular travel destinations around the globe, receiving over 58 million visitors in 2017 alone. Placed as it is in the centre of the Mediterranean, a hub of western culture, it’s not hard to imagine why.

From the ancient holdfast of Rome to the bastion of Syracuse on the isle of Sicily, Italy has always been famous for its classics; many of its cities have stood for millennia, with grand monuments such as the Colosseum and the ruins of Pompeii standing tall thousands of years after the fall of the original Roman empire.

Tourists come from far and wide to visit such sites, and rarely leave disappointed.

Within the capital city itself sits the Vatican, the living heart of the Catholic faith. It welcomes visitors from all over the world into its halls, an independent state in its own right decorated from floor to grand ceiling with beautiful artistry and architecture.

In Florence, the 600 year old Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore stands tall and majestic.

In Pisa, Galileo’s leaning tower leans, a living testament to science and history.

Up and down the country the remains of ancient aqueducts can be seen, and in Rome the 18th century Trevi Fountain is carved glorious, especially beautiful on bright sunny days. The remnants of the Romans are one thing – the remnants of the renaissance can often be even more astounding.

The Culture

If there’s one thing above all that attracts the tourist crowd to Europe’s boot however, it’s the culture of the people living there. An on the ground experience in Italy is proof enough – there’s character on every corner, from local restaurants to the railway system to coffee snobbery. Even Italy’s lottery is bombastic; the SuperEnalotto at Lottoland sees three weekly draws with no cap on rollovers, meaning giant, exciting, enthusiastic national wins

The Sun and the Sports

It’s not all museums and monuments in Italy, however – far from it. The country is just as famous for its mountains, skiing, football and water sports. With long, balmy summers and beautiful beaches many tourists come to the country solely for the weather alone relative to the time of year.

Image: Pexels

385 Italian beaches were awarded the prestigious ‘blue flag,’ award for clean waters in 2019 – meaning the country holds 10% of all flags in the world.

Compared to nearby neighbouring countries Russia and France, Italy has 349 separate skiing locations, whereas France only has 325, and Russia only 321.

Wine tours are available up, down and throughout the countryside and family resorts and villas draw guests in by the thousands every year. Without a doubt, Italy is just as good for a relaxing holiday as a learned one.

From pizza to pasta to the upbeat tune of the Italian language, Italy’s culture is beloved the whole world over for its energy and warmth. Combined with the grandeur of ancient history, and it’s easy to understand why the country remains one of the best to visit in the world.

Aruba announced as official partner of Team Ducati for 2019 MotoGP World Championship

London, 30 April 2019 – Aruba.it (www.aruba.it), part of Aruba S.p.A, a leader in data centre, cloud and web hosting services is joining up with the Mission Winnow Ducati team as Official Partner in the 2019 MotoGP World Championship that heads to Jerez de la Frontera in Spain on May 5th for the fourth round of the season, the Spanish Grand Prix.

The Aruba.it logo, which is on the racing leathers of factory riders Andrea Dovizioso and Danilo Petrucci, will be visible in all 19 rounds of the MotoGP championship. The partnership reflects the values that inspire Aruba in the development of its IT portfolio – innovation, speed, security and reliability – sharing with Ducati Corse a strong commitment to technical research that is reflected in the extremely high quality of its products and in its all-Italian passion.

It also confirms the increasing depth of relationship between Aruba and Ducati. Along with the MotoGP partnership, there is also another partnership in the Superbike World Championship with the Aruba.it Racing – Ducati team, a partnership that is now in its fifth successive season. This year, the Aruba.it racing team is spearheaded by Chaz Davies, who joined the team at the beginning of the partnership, and Álvaro Bautista, who recently set a new record at the race weekend at Aragon with 11 wins out of 11. The Aragón Round was an extraordinary weekend for the Aruba.it team and for Ducati itself, which celebrated its 350th victory in the Superbike World Championship.

“We are very excited that our partnership with Aruba.it this year has been extended to the MotoGP championship. Our two companies share the same values of technology and innovation, and the presence of the Aruba.it logo on the leathers of Andrea Dovizioso and Danilo Petrucci helps to seal, in an important way, the strong and consolidated ties between us that have lasted for five years with mutual satisfaction,” said Luigi Dall’Igna, Ducati Corse General Manager.

According to Stefano Cecconi, CEO of Aruba and Team Principal of the Aruba.it Racing – Ducati team, “This perfect alchemy would not have been possible without a common vision, which stems from the continuous search for the best performance and the maximum attention to security. The visibility that comes with a partnership with Ducati in MotoGP provides opportunities to penetrate new markets, and make the ‘Made in Italy’ brand stronger in the technology landscape.”

About Aruba S.p.A. 

Aruba S.p.A. was founded in 1994. The Italian Group Aruba S.p.A. has established leadership status in a number of countries for its hosting, certified email and domain name registration services. The company has also acquired over 15 years’ experience in data centre construction and management, dedicated server solutions, outsourcing and cloud computing.