There is a widespread optimism for the future of the Canadian manufacturing industry, at least according to a group of 384 senior executives surveyed for the Business Outlook 2011 – Innovation Advantage report. 

In fact, over 60% of the respondents anticipated that both sales and orders would grow throughout 2011.  Profits are also expected to grow significantly for at least 31% of the sample.

The report, sponsored by the Italian Trade Commission and its Machines Italia project, are meant to make Canadian executives aware of the significant contribution, in terms of innovation, flexibility and increased competitiveness, offered by Italian machinery to the Canadian manufacturing sector.