Our economic system

The economic system in the province of Pisa is characterized by a variety of activities: industrial sectors (marine, footwear, mechanical, chemical and pharmaceutical), tourism, typical products, wine, oil, services. In this diversified economic system, characterized by strong local economic specializations, a significant cultural and historical heritage is also a key element.

THE MAIN SECTORS IN WHICH THE PRODUCTION OF THE PROVINCE OF PISA IS ARTICULATED ARE:
Clothing, Art and Culture, Crafts, Footwear, Chemicals and pharmaceuticals, Trade, Fine Dining, Farming (Olive Oil and Wine), Hightech, Shipbuilding, Leather, Tourism.

The territory of Pisa has a remarkable physical and economic situation, 2450 square kilometers, more than 390,000 inhabitants, about 50,000 businesses. Adequate roads, highway and railway, the presence of the 'international airport "Galileo Galilei", “Interporto Amerigo Vespucci”, port of Livorno and Piombino. The territory of Pisa has its strength in high scientific and cultural tradition characterized by the presence of three prestigious universities, by Art Research Centers, a Hospital of absolute importance, technology parks and business incubators. The local economy while maintaining quality products is evolving towards the application of new technologies. It can also count on a large potential: the district of hides and skin manufactures items for the most important brandnames of fashion. The area also counts on the presence of Piaggio, known world-wide for its two and three-wheelers. The Centers for Research and Training in the area are world class.