FAI and Eni open Saline Conti Vecchi to the public in Cagliari

The FAI-Fondo Ambiente Italiano, in collaboration with Eni, has opened the Saline Conti Vecchi saltworks in the province of Cagliari to the public. The site combines historical heritage, a natural oasis, and active industrial production. Daniela Bruno, FAI's Head of Enhancement and Landscape and Heritage Office, stated that the project aims to emerge, preserve, and promote the cultural and landscape heritage of the saltworks for Sardinia and Italy. The visitor experience is designed as a free, emotional journey through images, objects, and sounds, allowing guests to explore the site's identity. The saltworks began operations in the early 20th century, became a solid industrial reality by 1940 with 400 employees (rising to 1,000 during harvest), producing 240,000 tons of salt annually, with exports to Northern Europe, South America, and Canada. In 1984, Eni took ownership via Syndial, and today production reaches 400,000 tons per year using advanced technology, specializing in refined products including fleur de sel for the premium food market.