History

Arena Family

The economic entrepreneurial group of the Arena Family has been operating for years at the top of the Italian business fabric, contributing significantly to the development of one of the least industrialized areas of the nation.

Famiglia Arena

Domenico

Ceo

Fabrizio

Ferwall Director

Massimo

Ceo Lo Gatto srl

Rossella

Chief Accountant

History

Over the years, the company has pursued an excellent diversification strategy, inaugurating other divisions and business sectors.
Today, it stands as one of the most important entities in the Region, creating a significant impact that benefits the entire industrial area of the Province of Vibo Valentia and Calabria.

1963
Born
Metalsud di Lo Gatto Maria Teresa

Year of in corporation of Metalsud di Lo Gatto Maria Teresa

1980
Expansion
Expansion of Production Area

The company quickly achieved impressive commercial success, making it necessary to immediately increase the production area.

1996
Metalsud Lo Gatto di Domenico Giovanni Arena & Co.
Metalsud Lo Gatto s.a.s.

In this year, the company is handed over to the four children. Brilliantly led by Dr. Domenico Giovanni Arena, it has become a benchmark in Italy in the field of medium-heavy carpentry, producing custom-designed products for the petrochemical, food, construction, and cement sectors. Thanks to its efficiency, it has become one of the main partners in the maintenance and installation of plants for all industrial sectors.

1997
Ferwall Security Doors ®
Start of the Security Doors division

While still retaining some artisanal processes, we have managed to industrialize a high-quality product under the Ferwall® brand and become one of the leading manufacturers in Italy for the production of security doors. Our company mission is centered on product innovation, quick delivery times, and customer satisfaction. www.ferwall.it

2001
Born Lo Gatto srl
Lo Gatto srl

Drawing from the experience of Maria Teresa Lo Gatto, born in 1963 and specialized in wholesale and retail hardware trade, the Arena family economic group has established and now leads LO GATTO srl. This company operates in the wholesale and retail trade of hardware, home goods, tools, furniture, and various other non-food products.

2005 - 2015
Sub Label
Centro Brico Lo Gatto

Lo Gatto Srl, from 2005 to 2015, implemented its expansion plan through the Centro Brico Lo Gatto brand by opening 4 stores located throughout the region. Originally set up as "Brico" type stores, they were expanded to a wider range of product categories, which over time have provided excellent satisfaction in terms of sales volumes. www.centrobrico.com

2011
Metalsud Lo Gatto acquires the entire shareholding of Tesio Porte spa
Tesio ®

Born in Turin in 1956, Tesio® is one of the leading manufacturers of high-security armored doors and locks. With almost 70 years of history, it boasts numerous patents and innovations in both product and process. Following its storied history, today it continues to renew and expand with new products and services. www.tesio.com

2012
Start of the Frame for Slidind Doors Division
Controtelai FOG ®

A new division of the company has been launched for the production of Counterframes for Pocket Sliding Doors. In 2012, the commercial distribution of these products began on an industrial scale. Today, FOG® is among the leading brands in the sector, enjoying great success among architects, interior designers, and industry professionals.

2016 - 2018
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Domo arredafacile

Thanks to the entrepreneurial spirit that has always distinguished the Arena family, the first Domo arredafacile® Show Room, a brand dedicated exclusively to the furniture and interior design sector, was inaugurated in 2016. Due to the success of the first store located in the Porto degli Ulivi Shopping Center, a second Domo store was opened in Rende (Cosenza). www.domoarredafacile.com

2020
Start DPI Division
Sicura Protection ®

The Sicura Protection® division was created out of Arena Group's strong desire to address the shortage of medical devices in our country, specifically protective masks. As a leader in the production of MADE IN ITALY masks, it is the largest company in central-southern Italy. www.sicuraprotection.it

2021
Start Insulation Panels Division
Polimeth ®

Polimeth® is the company division dedicated to the production of EPS Insulation Panels. Equipped with Industry 4.0 facilities, it manufactures finished products that comply with CAM (minimum environmental criteria) and Re Made in Italy standards for recycling its products. 

www.polimeth.it

2023
lapprodo Ristorante in Vibo Marina
Lapprodo Ristorante

Flagship of Calabrian food and wine, the Lapprodo restaurant is one of the most famous in Calabria and the province of Vibo Valentia. Its thirty-year history is dotted with many awards at the national level and participation in projects aimed at promoting the excellence of Calabria. www.lapprodo.com

2023
Cala del Porto Hotel

The Hotel guarantees its guests all the quality services of a 4-star hotel.
The rooms of Cala del Porto, are furnished with elegance and simplicity and equipped with all comforts. www.caladelporto.com

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