Aretè & Cocchi Technology, based in Bologna, Italy, is an industrial group devoted to innovation, technology and growth. Established in 2010 by Gino Cocchi, it brings managerial competence and financial resources to industrial high-tech companies undergoing periods of transition, development or re-launch. Today A&CT consists of eleven businesses that employ more than 500 people, with manufacturing in Italy, France, Switzerland, the U.S. and China; commercial and technical centers in 15 countries; and sales in 100+ countries. Its employees represent 29 nationalities. This international culture and presence allows the group to form strong relationships with global markets and customers, as it continues to pursue investments and acquisitions that complement its portfolio in terms of geography, product, technology and expertise. A&CT companies are active in the following industries: integrated packaging and automation technology, airfield ground lighting and control and monitoring systems, power electronics for Big Science and advanced industries, energy distribution in restricted environments, industrial digital printing technology, cooling systems and thermal management.