Francesca Maio

Arsenale is a multi-brand company providing a comprehensive service in real estate and in the management of multiple Italian trophy assets, in partnership with the finest Luxury Hospitality worl­dwide brands. Founded through the strategic partnership between Paolo Barletta, CEO of Barletta Group, and Nicola Bulgari’s Annabel Holding, the company represents an unparalleled presence in the "Made in Italy" luxury hospitality sector, both nationally and internationally. Aesenale operates with a multi-brand perspective through two key divisions: "Hospitality Hotels & Resorts", specializing in the development and management of high-end hotels, partnering with some of the world's most renowned luxury brands Luxury Train Cruising featuring the groundbreaking "La Dolce Vita Orient Express," a visionary project offering sustainable, luxury rail tourism in partnership with Orient Express, Trenitalia, Gruppo Ferrovie dello Stato, and Fondazione FS Italiane. This division extends the exceptional travel experience beyond Italy, in collaboration with various international partners, while maintaining the highest standards of quality synonymous with Italian craftsmanship: "Dream of the Desert," in partnership with Saudi Arabian Railways, projects in the United Arab Emirates: in collaboration with Etihad Railway, “The Samarkand Express in collaboration with O'zbekiston Temir Yo'llari JSC and Guardian of the Nile” in partnership with the Egyptian National Railway Authority. At Arsenale Group, we fuse efficiency, quality, and unmatched competitiveness in the luxury sector, aiming to create bespoke hospitality experiences for both national and international travellers seeking extraordinary and unforgettable emotions.