Milan, 30 September 2024 – Polygon, a leader in the biomedical and diagnostic imaging equipment maintenance industry today announces a significant step towards strengthening its governance: Armando Ardesi, 61, takes on the role of Chairman of the Board of Directors while Angelo Maresca, 46, is appointed the new CEO.
Maresca, who has arrived from Dedalus, one of the key European players in the hospital software and diagnostic industry, also has extensive experience from working in Ubs and Mediobanca. Armando Ardesi, who has headed up Polygon since May 2020, increasing the company’s turnover from 116 million to 160 million euro today, will continue to contribute to the strategic vision as Chairman of the Board, while Angelo Maresca will take over the role of day-to-day operational leadership, harnessing his significant experience in the world of M&A with his long-standing experience in company management and integration.
The Polygon Group is a key player in a constantly growing business enterprise, both in terms of size (over 160 million euro turnover and 780 employees) and market positioning. Thanks also to the support of H.I.G. Capital, Polygon has accelerated its development path and is now a benchmark in the Integrated Management of biomedical and diagnostic imaging equipment, as well as a well-established and reliable partner for the most important healthcare institutions in Italy and Spain (the Policlinico Gemelli in Rome, Bambino Gesù, Ospedale Maggiore in Milan, National Cancer Institute of Milan, Policlinico San Matteo in Pavia, San Giovanni di Dio and Ruggi d’Aragona in Salerno, Policlinico in Bari, Ospedali riuniti Villa Sofia-Cervello in Palermo, to name but a few).
The strengthening of the management team is part of a long-term strategy aimed at ensuring the company’s sustainable growth, consolidating its position as a market leader with an eye on new milestones in Europe.
“I am excited to pass the baton to Angelo Maresca. Working with Angelo has been easy from the very beginning. Our experiences complement each other’s perfectly”, says Armando Ardesi. “I am certain that this organisation will help the Group to achieve major results both in terms of growth and innovation.”
“It is an honour to take on this new role and I am delighted to continue working with our outstanding team in carrying forward Polygon Group’s mission”, adds Maresca. “Our commitment to our customers and partners remains steadfast, and great things undoubtedly lie ahead.”
In reinforcing its governance structure, Polygon confirms its commitment to maintaining a strong and coherent leadership, focused on innovation, operating excellence and customer satisfaction.
