Early Life
Fabrizio Di Amato was born in Rome in 1963. He graduated in Political Sciences from La Sapienza University of Rome and received an honorary master's degree in Chemical Engineering from Politecnico of Milan. Di Amato began his entrepreneurial journey at the young age of 19, founding his first company and laying the groundwork for his future success.
Rise to Success
Di Amato's career is marked by the establishment and growth of Maire Tecnimont Group. He built the company through strategic acquisitions and internal growth. Key acquisitions included Fiat Engineering in 2004 and Tecnimont in 2005, which broadened the Group's activities in the oil, gas, and petrochemical sectors, expanding its international presence. The company was listed on the Milan Stock Exchange in 2007.
Key Business Strategies
Di Amato's business strategies include acquiring key engineering firms and expanding into new markets. He has focused on integrating advanced technologies and licensing services through Maire Tecnimont. The acquisition of Stamicarbon in 2009 and KT-Kinetics Technology in 2010 further enhanced the technological content of the Group. Di Amato has also emphasized sustainable technologies and the energy transition through the NextChem subsidiary.
Philanthropy
Fabrizio Di Amato is involved in philanthropy through the Maire Foundation, which aims to preserve the Group's archival heritage and support training for young talents and engineers.