Dear Clients, Suppliers and Business Partners,
I would like to inform you of an important change that will affect the leadership of Zenit in the coming months.
After more than thirty years of personal and professional commitment at the helm of the company, I have decided to initiate a gradual transition process that will lead to the conclusion of my role as CEO by the end of 2025.
This decision, which I personally proposed, and which was accepted by Tsurumi Manufacturing Co. Ltd. a few months ago, represents a natural evolution for Zenit following the entry of the new shareholder and the beginning of a new phase of development.
Marco Scifoni will officially assume the role of CEO in September 2025. Marco is an Italian manager with extensive experience in international mechanical engineering companies. He has been living in Japan for several years and is deeply familiar with the language and culture of the country. His profile makes him an ideal bridge between Zenit and the Tsurumi Group, and he will bring new skills and perspectives to support the growth of our industrial project.
Until that time, and for the following months, I will remain committed to ensuring an orderly and smooth handover, serving as President until the end of the year.
I am confident that this transition will offer Zenit new opportunities for growth and a renewed strategic vision, in continuity with the values and goals that have always distinguished our company. Zenit has ambitious development and evolution plans already underway, which will continue with renewed energy and determination in the coming years.
I would also like to take this opportunity to sincerely thank all the partners who have shared Zenit’s journey over the years, contributing with trust and collaboration to the development of our business. A special thanks also goes to my colleagues for their continued dedication, and to our new Japanese shareholders for the constructive dialogue and the trust shown during this important transition phase.
I want to reassure you that I am leaving Zenit in excellent hands. This nearly one-year transition period has been carefully designed to ensure stability and continuity for all our stakeholders, and to provide the future leadership with the strongest possible foundation.
With pride in what we have built together and confidence in the future ahead,
Lorenzo Bottan