A Conversation with Giulio Ranzo

Europe’s future in space: strategic autonomy, technology and the new launch economy

Join us for an exclusive conversation with Giulio Ranzo, CEO of Avio, the Italian aerospace company behind Europe’s Vega launchers and a key player in propulsion systems for Ariane 6.

Under his leadership, Avio has evolved from a propulsion supplier into a listed company with full responsibility for launch services, an order backlog exceeding €2 billion, and growing capabilities across space and defense.

The discussion will explore Europe’s independent access to space, technological innovation, global competition, defense capabilities and the leadership challenges of running a high-risk, long-cycle engineering business.

Thursday, September 23rd, 2026
6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Hotel Principe di Savoia
Piazza della Repubblica 17, Milan

Moderated by Gian Battista Lazzarino (Wharton)

Join fellow Wharton & HBS alumni and friends for this unique conversation.

We gratefully acknowledge Roland Berger for hosting this event.

Spots are very limited — RSVP required.

Free for Wharton and HBS Club of Italy members in good standing for 2026.

Ticket price: €20.00 for non-members

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