Pirelli & C. S.p.A., founded on January 28, 1872, by Giovanni Battista Pirelli in Milan, Italy, is a leading multinational tire manufacturer. The company focuses on producing high-performance tires for cars, motorcycles, and bicycles. With a mission to innovate and deliver premium quality products, Pirelli operates in over 160 countries and maintains 19 manufacturing sites across 13 countries. Its market focus spans Europe, the Asia-Pacific region, Latin America, North America, and Post-Soviet states.
Notable figures associated with Pirelli include Chairman Li Fanrong and Executive Vice Chairman and CEO Marco Tronchetti Provera. Pirelli has achieved significant milestones, such as being the 6th-largest tire manufacturer globally and generating €6,615.7 million in revenue in 2022. The company's impact is marked by its commitment to sustainability and innovation, exemplified through partnerships with high-performance automotive brands like Ferrari and Audi.