12 November 2025 - Corporate
Filippo Berio (Salov S.p.A.) Presents the 2024 Sustainability Report
12 November 2025 - Corporate
Filippo Berio (Salov S.p.A.) Presents the 2024 Sustainability Report
Second certified carbon footprint completed, a 10% reduction in emission intensity, and full renewable energy coverage for the Massarosa plant. Between 2022 and 2024, Salov strengthens its ESG commitment, delivering concrete results for the environment, people, and communities.
Massarosa (Lucca), 12 November 2025 – Salov S.p.A., a leading global industrial group in the olive oil sector and owner of the historic Filippo Berio and Sagra brands, presents its 2024 Sustainability Report, drafted in compliance with the 2021 GRI Standards and inspired by the ESRS (European Sustainability Reporting Standards). The document, validated by SGS, captures the most significant sustainability performances for the 2022–2024 period and includes all consolidated companies within the Group.
This journey reflects the full integration of sustainability into Salov’s corporate strategy, in line with the goals of the European Green Deal and with a long-term value creation vision.
Resilience and Competitiveness in a Challenging Context
Despite the difficulties affecting the olive oil sector—from rising raw material costs to market demand pressures and exchange rate volatility—Salov has maintained solid sales volumes, confirming its international competitiveness. Prudent management of stock and working capital has enabled continued investment in strategic initiatives, supporting the Group’s growth, innovation capacity, and resilience in the face of market fluctuations.
ESG Governance and Strategy
In 2024, Salov completed its second organization-wide carbon footprint assessment (Scope 1, 2 and 3), certified by SGS according to ISO 14064-1 and the GHG Protocol.
This represents a major milestone and the starting point of a multi-year carbon reduction plan aligned with international best practices.
Sustainability governance is supported by a structured risk management system covering economic, financial, and social dimensions, under the supervision of the Bright Food Group.
Key monitored indicators include liquidity, debt levels, workplace safety, and employee well-being, confirming an integrated approach to risk and performance management.
As part of its ESG efforts, Salov achieved an ESG Verify score of 78/100, indicating a “very high” performance level. The rating was issued by Cerved Rating Agency, which evaluates creditworthiness, ESG performance, and debt issuance.
In October 2025, Salov was among the companies awarded in the 1st national edition of the Premio Industria Felix ESG – Italy’s Sustainable Competitiveness Award, a prestigious recognition for the most competitive Italian companies in ESG performance. Based on an investigation conducted by Industria Felix Magazine on approximately 970,000 financial statements of Italian companies, Salov confirmed its competitiveness in environmental, social, and governance areas, standing out particularly for its high share of renewable energy consumption, supplier ESG screening, and adoption of anti-corruption safeguards (MOG 231, Code of Ethics).
Statement from the CEO
“Over the past year, we have taken significant steps to improve our sustainable practices, implementing initiatives that reduce our environmental impact and promote the well-being of the communities in which we operate,” said Gianmarco Laviola, CEO of Salov S.p.A.
“Our mission goes beyond producing excellent olive oil: we aim to create a future in which every business decision considers people and the environment.”
Environmental Performance
The Group continues its path of continuous improvement, achieving tangible results in energy transition and circular economy:
- –10% emission intensity in the 2023–2024 period
- 100% of electricity needs at the Massarosa plant covered by renewable energy certified through Guarantees of Origin (GO)
- –9% intensity of non-hazardous waste generation between 2022 and 2024, with an overall absolute reduction of 18.7%
- 88% renewable materials used in production processes in 2024, consistent with the three-year period
- 61% recycled materials in 2024, with FSC-certified paper packaging used across the entire product portfolio starting in 2025
Innovation and Quality
Between 2022 and 2024, Salov continued to invest in research, development, and digitalization to guarantee product quality and sustainability.
During the reporting period, Salov achieved new international certifications—ISO 27001:2022 (cybersecurity) and ISO 14064-1 (GHG reporting)—and received awards at international competitions such as the London IOOC, the Brazil International Olive Oil Competition, and the Zurich Olive Oil Award.
In 2024, the company also inaugurated its new Sensory Evaluation Panel Room, featuring ten workstations compliant with International Olive Council (IOC) standards, confirming its ongoing commitment to organoleptic excellence.
Social Impact and Community Engagement
Salov’s connection with its local territory continues to grow: 49% of spending on raw materials and supplies is directed to local suppliers, a 13% increase compared to 2022.
The company continues to collaborate with universities and research centers, also through the use of the Villa Filippo Berio Olive Grove, a 75-hectare agronomic laboratory dedicated to innovation and biodiversity.
In 2024, Salov joined the Sustainable Operations and Supply Chain (SOSC) Monitor Observatory of SDA Bocconi School of Management, engaging in three research projects focused on CSRD, double materiality, and measuring the impact of sustainable value chains.
People, Safety, and Training
Human capital remains the cornerstone of the company’s strategy.
In 2024, the workplace injury rate fell by 50%, dropping from 3.4 (2023) to 1.7, with no serious incidents.
Training hours increased by 17% compared to 2023, reaching 3,816 hours, or an average of approximately 14 hours per employee.
Training continues to serve as a key lever for professional development, with a focus on digital skills and cybersecurity.
International Markets: United States and United Kingdom
In the United States and the United Kingdom—strategic markets for both volume and revenue—the Filippo Berio brand continues to strengthen its presence and its commitment to sustainability, innovation, and social responsibility.
In 2024, Filippo Berio USA launched a collaboration with the Alzheimer’s Drug Discovery Foundation (ADDF), an initiative aligned with the Group’s long-standing support for public health, promoting healthy lifestyles and balanced nutrition as tools for prevention. Extra virgin olive oil remains a symbol of health and well-being.
In the United Kingdom, Filippo Berio UK supports organizations working to combat food poverty, such as City Harvest London and Foodbank Aid, through regular donations of high-quality food products—reflecting the Group’s values in promoting healthy, accessible nutrition and supporting vulnerable communities.
