Italian plumbers' losses 140 million euros

Italian plumbing manufacturers lose about 140 million euros annually due to bans on product supplies to Russia. These restrictions, introduced in 2022 as part of international sanctions against Russia, hinder Italian companies' access to significant markets. According to industrial sector representatives, losses are directly linked to supply chain disruptions and inefficient pressure on companies' financial performance.

According to industry data, losses are increasing every year, while Russian buyers are forced to turn to alternative suppliers from countries not subject to sanctions. Italian business resources are actively seeking new markets to mitigate economic pressure.

Context

Sanctions against Russia, introduced in response to the conflict in Donbas and the invasion of Ukraine in 2022, restrict the export of certain goods, including plumbing equipment.