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Discover the latest news, events and global stories of the Piaggio Group through a multimedia magazine available in Italian and English. Discover more
History | Piaggio Group
The start of the 1990s sees the establishment of Piaggio & C. as a holding company, while Giovanni Alberto Agnelli is chosen as Chairman of Piaggio Veicoli Europei S.p.A.. Sfera is …
Profile | Piaggio Group
Founded in 1884 the Piaggio Group is one of the main global players in the manufacture of motor scooters and motorcycles. Since its beginnings in the naval, rail and air sectors up to the …
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The range of Piaggio Group products includes motor scooters, motorbikes and mopeds from 50 to 1400 cc, with the Piaggio, Vespa, Aprilia, Moto Guzzi, Gilera, Derbi, and Scarabeo brands.
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new piaggio mp3 310 | comfort, safety and driving pleasure – piaggio video: The ultra-modern, hi-tech engine is the latest arrival in the HPE series, a brand-new 310cc model that elevates all …
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Mar 31, 2025 · Discover the latest news, events and global stories of the Piaggio Group through a multimedia magazine available in Italian and English. Discover more
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La gamma di prodotti del Gruppo Piaggio comprende scooter, moto e ciclomotori nelle cilindrate da 50 a 1.400cc con i marchi Piaggio, Vespa, Aprilia, Moto Guzzi, Gilera, Derbi, Scarabeo.
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Jun 9, 2025 · The Piaggio Group has been listed on the Italian stock exchange since 2006. This section reports all the main information concerning Piaggio stock.
Homepage | Piaggio Group
Discover the latest news, events and global stories of the Piaggio Group through a multimedia magazine available in Italian and English. Discover more
History | Piaggio Group
The start of the 1990s sees the establishment of Piaggio & C. as a holding company, while Giovanni Alberto Agnelli is chosen as Chairman of Piaggio Veicoli Europei S.p.A.. Sfera is created, the first …
Profile | Piaggio Group
Founded in 1884 the Piaggio Group is one of the main global players in the manufacture of motor scooters and motorcycles. Since its beginnings in the naval, rail and air sectors up to the current …
Business | Piaggio Group
The range of Piaggio Group products includes motor scooters, motorbikes and mopeds from 50 to 1400 cc, with the Piaggio, Vespa, Aprilia, Moto Guzzi, Gilera, Derbi, and Scarabeo brands.
PIAGGIO 2025 NOVELTIES
new piaggio mp3 310 | comfort, safety and driving pleasure – piaggio video: The ultra-modern, hi-tech engine is the latest arrival in the HPE series, a brand-new 310cc model that elevates all …
Press releases | Piaggio Group
Mar 31, 2025 · Discover the latest news, events and global stories of the Piaggio Group through a multimedia magazine available in Italian and English. Discover more
Company information | Piaggio Group
Follow us on our social channels to stay updated on the latest news from the Piaggio Group world. How can we help you? Contact us to receive assistance from our team.
Business | Piaggio Group
La gamma di prodotti del Gruppo Piaggio comprende scooter, moto e ciclomotori nelle cilindrate da 50 a 1.400cc con i marchi Piaggio, Vespa, Aprilia, Moto Guzzi, Gilera, Derbi, Scarabeo.
PIAGGIO & C. S.P.A. | Piaggio Group
Follow us on our social channels to stay updated on the latest news from the Piaggio Group world. How can we help you? Contact us to receive assistance from our team.
Information for Shareholders | Piaggio Group
Jun 9, 2025 · The Piaggio Group has been listed on the Italian stock exchange since 2006. This section reports all the main information concerning Piaggio stock.
