The Venetian stage rides through history and romance – we’re in Verona!
Diego Ghislandi | 24. June 2025
The fifth stage of the Italian tour gets off to a flying start: today we go and visit one of the customers that has probably best integrated low-cost automation into its pre-existing systems. FGP S.r.l. is an Italian company specialized in the design and production of orthopedic and rehabilitation devices. The company stands out for its flexible, innovative approach and its ability to combine technology, design, and craftsmanship offering solutions that improve patients’ quality of life. Andrea Buonadonna, FGP Manager for production, maintenance and safety explains to us in detail (and with great passion) how the company managed to automate one of the workstations thanks to the setup of a cell with a linear robot and a ReBeL cobot.
Lunch is light, because the afternoon schedule is packed with unmissable stops. First up: the Arena of Verona – imposing, majestic, its sun-warmed stones still echoing with the voices of ancient performances. Here, the igus:bike doesn’t go unnoticed: curious glances and a few snapshots capture the striking contrast between ancient history and sustainable innovation.
We pedal on to nearby Castelvecchio, with its red brick walls and fortified bridge crossing the Adige River. The bike glides quietly through the bastions, in an almost surreal silence – broken only by the sound of water beneath the bridge (and the many tourists exploring the city).
Next stop: Porta Borsari, an ancient Roman gate nestled between modern buildings, reminding us how past and present coexist so naturally in Verona. A quick glance upward, a snap of a photo… and off we go.
We then reach Piazza delle Erbe, colorful, lively, and bustling – the vibrant heart of Verona. Scents, market stalls, painted facades… Here, time seems to slow down and every detail tells a story. Each stop along the way is a good time to chat about the uniqueness and sustainability message of our project and the potential of motion plastics.
We end the ride with the romantic Ponte di Pietra, the oldest bridge in Verona. From here, the view of the Adige and the entire city is one of those moments that stay with you. The light, the stone, the water… and a bicycle made of recycled plastic, crossing centuries of history while pedaling toward sustainability.
Our riders:
Marco Dugato
My name is Marco Dugato, I’m 41 from Verona. I’ve been an external technician for the mechanical division since almost 2 years. I’ve been riding motorcycles on and off-road since 25 years and playing padel since 7 years. Joining the tour I expected to live an out-of-the-box experience and connect with customers authentically, sharing passion and innovation.
Map of the tour
