CIE SpA has announced the acquisition of the CISART brand, a historic and internationally recognised name in the field of anodising technology and anodising plant engineering.

This integration represents the union of complementary strengths, creating a unique organisation capable of supporting customers worldwide with advanced anodising solutions, proven process technologies, wastewater treatment systems, and comprehensive technical assistance.

The objective is clear: preserve the heritage, expertise, and reputation that have made CISART a respected name in the industry while expanding the value offered to customers through the resources and capabilities of CIE SpA.

A Heritage Built Since 1973

Founded in 1973, CISART established itself as one of the most respected suppliers of anodising and aluminium finishing technologies. Its anodising plants and process technologies have been installed worldwide, contributing to the success of numerous aluminiuum finishing operations and helping customers achieve high standards of quality, productivity, and reliability.

The CISART name became synonymous with technical expertise, process knowledge, and long-term customer support. Today, this valuable heritage continues within CIE SpA.

The acquisition ensures that the knowledge accumulated throughout nearly five decades of activity remains available to customers and future projects, providing continuity while creating new opportunities for technological development and growth.

The Evolution of CIE

CIE SpA has been operating in the metal finishing industry since the early 1980s, developing advanced technologies and engineering solutions dedicated to environmental sustainability, process optimisation, and industrial efficiency.

Over the years, the company has established itself as a recognized leader in industrial wastewater treatment, water recycling technologies, and Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) systems for the metal finishing and aluminum processing industries.

Through continuous innovation and a strong commitment to sustainability, CIE has successfully installed more than 500 plants worldwide, supporting customers across Europe, the Americas, Asia, the Middle East, and other international markets.

Today, CIE is widely recognized for its expertise in designing and supplying advanced wastewater treatment plants, evaporation and concentration systems, water recovery technologies, and complete environmental solutions that enable customers to reduce water consumption, minimize waste generation, and improve overall process efficiency.

A key strength of CIE is its close collaboration with MST CHEMICALS, a specialised chemical company that provides technical and chemical support for a wide range of surface treatment processes.

This partnership allows customers to benefit from a unique combination of engineering expertise and chemical process knowledge, ensuring optimized plant performance, process stability, regulatory compliance, and continuous technological development.

The acquisition of the CISART brand represents a natural evolution of CIE’s long-term strategy. By combining CISART’s anodizing expertise with CIE’s leadership in wastewater treatment, Zero Liquid Discharge technologies, and environmental engineering, the company is able to offer customers a truly comprehensive solution for modern anodising facilities.

Continuity for Customers and Partners For existing CISART customers, the most important message is continuity. The technologies, engineering philosophy, and technical expertise that have characterized CISART for decades remain fully available within CIE SpA.

Customers can continue to rely on the same knowledge base, process expertise, and technical support while benefiting from the additional resources, capabilities, and organisational structure offered by CIE. In an industry where process reliability and technical competence are essential, preserving continuity is a fundamental priority.

Claudio Cittadini Appointed Technical Director of the Anodizing Division

An important element of this integration is the continued collaboration with Claudio Cittadini, who serves as Technical Director of CIE’s Anodizing Division.

Throughout his career, Claudio Cittadini has played a significant role in the development, engineering, and implementation of anodizing technologies and industrial plants.

His extensive experience and deep understanding of anodising processes provide an important guarantee of continuity for customers, partners, and industry stakeholders.

By continuing his professional journey within CIE, Claudio Cittadini ensures that the technical culture, engineering expertise, and process knowledge developed throughout CISART’s history remain available to support both existing and future projects.

His leadership will also contribute to the development of new technologies and innovative solutions for the future of the anodizing industry.

Combining Experience, Engineering, and Sustainability The integration of CISART into CIE SpA creates a powerful combination of historical know-how and modern engineering capabilities.

Customers can now benefit from nearly 50 years of anodizing expertise, proven anodizing technologies, advanced engineering capabilities, wastewater treatment solutions, Zero Liquid Discharge systems, chemical process support through MST CHEMICALS, international technical assistance, and comprehensive after-sales services.

This integrated approach enables CIE to support customers throughout every stage of a project, from concept development and engineering to manufacturing, installation, commissioning, process optimisation, and long-term technical support.

Looking Toward the Future
The anodising industry continues to evolve in response to increasing demands for sustainability, efficiency, automation, and product quality. By combining CISART’s anodising know-how with CIE’s engineering excellence, environmental technologies, and the chemical expertise provided by MST Chemicals, the company is strengthening its ability to provide customers with innovative, reliable, and future-oriented solutions.

With the acquisition of the CISART brand, CIE SpA becomes a unique point of reference for customers seeking expertise in anodising technology, anodising plants, wastewater treatment, Zero Liquid Discharge systems, chemical process optimisation, and sustainable industrial solutions.

The experience accumulated by CISART since 1973 now continues within CIE, ensuring continuity, reliability, innovation, and long-term value for future generations of anodizing projects.