The refurbishment of the San Salvo Marina seafront, located in a section of the Adriatic coast known as the “Costa dei Trabocchi”, has created a new urban space that is more attractive and accessible for the local community. The project involved the use of porcelain tiles for the new paving, an unusual and ambitious choice for a coastal setting that has proved highly successful thanks to the use of the Mapestone system. Mapei technologies guaranteed rapid, safe installation in compliance with current standards, ensuring a high level of resistance to the harsh conditions of the marine environment. The project was completed in a short space of time and with attention to the landscape and now stands as a pilot model for coastal regeneration along the Adriatic Sea.

Carlo Luisi, Commercial Director at Polyglass SpA, explores the evolving role of roofing in modern construction, emphasizing its impact on technical, environmental, and regulatory levels. He highlights the growing importance of design quality and professional responsibility in ensuring durable, sustainable, and high-performing roof systems. Manufacturers are increasingly supporting designers through integrated technical support. The future of roofing lies in innovation and sustainability, demanding a cultural shift toward more conscious and responsible design.

The admixtures play a key role in reducing the embodied carbon content of concrete through innovative products such as Low Carbon Concrete Admixtures (LCCA). These formulations optimise hydration, enabling lower cement content or higher dosage of Supplementary Cementitious Materials (SCM) while maintaining high performance. The use of Mapecube 60W admixtures allows CO₂ reductions of up to 35%. Further strategies include using reclaimed aggregates, dry concrete recycling, and macro synthetic fibres. Together, these innovations support the construction sector’s path toward Net Zero by 2050.