De'Longhi household appliances

De'Longhi is a world-renowned Italian brand synonymous with premium coffee machines and specialty kitchen appliances. Founded in 1902 as a small industrial parts manufacturing workshop, the brand evolved into the domestic appliance market in the 1950s. It is particularly famous for its Artista and Magnifica series of espresso machines.

While the brand maintains its design headquarters and premium manufacturing facilities in Italy, a significant portion of its global production is handled in China and more recently in a high-tech facility in Romania. This dual manufacturing strategy allows the brand to maintain high design standards while scaling for global demand.

Ownership of the brand remains firmly in Italian hands. The De'Longhi Group is a publicly-traded company on the Borsa Italiana, with the De'Longhi family remaining the primary shareholders. The group has expanded through strategic acquisitions, including brands such as Kenwood and Braun (under license for household appliances), solidifying its position as a global leader in the home comfort and kitchen categories.