Integrating sustainability into complex business processes requires continuous dialogue, a multidisciplinary approach and the sharing of best practices with leading organisations at both national and international level. Guided by this understanding, Milan Bergamo Airport’s Sustainability Team recently visited Davines Group’s headquarters in Parma. Certified as a B Corp since 2016 and a Benefit Corporation, Davines Group is widely recognised as a leading example of corporate social and environmental responsibility.
The visit included a guided tour of Davines Village, led by the host company’s Hospitality Team. Milan Bergamo Airport’s Sustainability Team had the opportunity to explore the Scientific Garden and the Experimental Centre, innovative facilities dedicated to the research and application of regenerative organic agriculture. This first-hand experience demonstrated how scientific research, technological innovation and a strong commitment to protecting natural ecosystems can work together throughout the supply chain and in everyday business operations. These practices also offer valuable insights for the management of complex infrastructure such as airports, confirming that biodiversity protection and operational efficiency can successfully go hand in hand.
The programme continued with a series of joint discussions involving the HR and Sustainability teams from SACBO and Davines Group. The exchange provided a valuable opportunity to share operational tools, impact measurement methodologies and ESG strategies. A joint review of advanced projects highlighted how effective employee welfare policies and environmental protection initiatives require a systematic, measurable approach involving all corporate functions, extending well beyond basic regulatory compliance.
The initiative marked the culmination of a training programme undertaken by Milan Bergamo Airport’s Sustainability Team, with the specialist support of Askesis. Despite operating in significantly different sectors, the two organisations reaffirmed a fundamental principle: voluntary commitment, transparency and the development of strong partnerships are essential to accelerating the transition towards a more sustainable economic model focused on creating shared value.