Awards and Recognitions

Solari's long history is also marked by a rich series of awards and recognitions, ranging across design, technology, and corporate organization.

1956

The Cifra 5 clock, the first in a long series designed by Gino Valle, wins the Compasso d’Oro award.

1962

Solari wins its second Compasso d’Oro for the Alphanumeric Split-Flap Displays for airports and railway stations, designed by Gino Valle and adopted by Eero Saarinen for the design of the iconic TWA terminal at JFK Airport in New York.

1963

Fermo Solari is awarded the Mercurio d’Oro, a prize recognizing the capability and commitment of individuals, companies, and organizations contributing to shaping the national identity. The award is based on criteria such as commercial integrity, entrepreneurial spirit, and professional seriousness.

1969

Smau Award for the split-flap clock for offices and interiors, designed by Gino Valle.

1976

Special Mention at the Smau Award for the electronic attendance recorder Memor1, designed by Gabriele Bernardi.

1983

Special Mention at the Smau Award for an attendance recording clock, designed by Gabriele Bernardi.

1984

Special Mention at the Smau Award for the Gardmann Quartz night watchman clock, part of the Boselli clock line, designed by Gabriele Bernardi.

1999

Finalist at the Smau Award for the “Foglio” attendance terminal, designed by Studio Marpillero & Associati.

2004

Special Mention at the Compasso d’Oro for a public information display using LED technology at Venice Airport, designed by architect Gian Paolo Mar.

2011

Traffic Infra Tech award: “Thank you for your partnering with us towards making Indian roads safe.”

2018

Solari receives the Award of Excellence from Starbucks Reserve Roastery – “with our gratitude for your commitment, craftsmanship, passion and partnership” – for the creation of split-flap displays in the new Roasteries around the world.

2019

IP4 Industry Platform 4FVG:
“SOLARI DI UDINE SPA – Manufacturing beacon of Friuli Venezia Giulia 2019.”

2019

Hitachi Rail Partners Day Award:
“SOLARI DI UDINE SPA – Outstanding Quality Performance (Best Quality) in recognition of excellent supplier performance.”