«Fincantieri expresses immense sorrow for the sudden passing of General Claudio Graziano, president of the Group, which leaves a large and unbridgeable void. The CEO and general manager Pierroberto Folgiero, the Board of Directors, the Board of Statutory Auditors, the managers and all the employees of Fincantieri remember with emotion the extraordinary human and professional qualities that have always distinguished him in his long career». A sudden death that garners unanimous condolences from the political and institutional world. General Graziano was a statesman, deeply esteemed in the military field, with a great knowledge of the armed forces having been Chief of Defense Staff.
The pain of Mattarella and Meloni
«I express deep sorrow at the news of the sudden passing of General Claudio Graziano. I remember his figure as a generous and loyal man of the institutions, capable of always putting his competence and professionalism at the service of the Republic, qualities demonstrated in the important national and international top roles held during his long career”, declares the President of the Republic, Sergio Mattarella. «I am shocked by the news of the tragic passing of General Claudio Graziano. He leaves us an upright servant of the State, who throughout his life honored the Nation, the Armed Forces and the Institutions with dedication, competence and professionalism. I would like to extend, on my behalf and that of the entire Government, my condolences and closeness to his family and loved ones”, states Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.
How it was found
He was found in bed with a weapon next to him and a note. The condolences of politicians and institutions are impressive, as are the reactions filled with pain and bewilderment at the passing of a man esteemed by all. The body of the president of Fincantieri was found at 9.50 am by a policeman from his escort who had the second key to his apartment in the historic center of Rome. Which raised the alarm. The body of the former Chief of Defense Staff was lying on the bed, he apparently shot himself in the head during the night, after leaving a note. The coroner, the magistrate on duty and the police were on site.
The farewell of Gentiloni and Guerini
«I am shocked by the sudden death of General Graziano. A servant of the state, a pro-European Piedmontese, a friend. Goodbye Claudio, he rests in peace”, says EU economic commissioner Paolo Gentiloni. «Deeply saddened by the death of General Claudio Graziano, president of Fincantieri. I remember him with friendship and with the highest esteem for his work in the service of the State. May the earth be light on him.” adds the dem deputy and president of Copasir Lorenzo Guerini, former Minister of Defense. «The passing of General Claudio Graziano leaves me speechless. He was a friend and was an extraordinary officer who honored Italy even in its European roles”, says the Foreign Minister, Antonio Tajani, on X. “May a prayer accompany him on the journey to reach his bride”, he concluded.
The bewilderment of the president of the Senate
«I learned with shock and deep sorrow the news of the passing of General Claudio Graziano, president of Fincantieri, and former chief of defense staff. A valiant servant of the State who has held very important roles in national and international institutions, obtaining deserved successes and recognition everywhere”, comments the President of the Senate, Ignazio La Russa. «Claudio was a true friend with whom I was lucky enough to be able to work as Minister of Defense and who I also frequented in the following years together with his beloved Marisa. To his loved ones, my personal condolences and those of the Senate of the Republic.”
The condolences of the President of the Chamber
«The news of the death of General Claudio Graziano leaves us astonished. I express my closeness to the family, to whom I extend my deepest condolences, and to those who shared a military and professional path with the Generalappreciating their qualities, preparation and competence”, states the President of the Chamber, Lorenzo Fontana.
The proximity of Conte, Salvini, Zangrillo
«Condolences and utmost closeness to the family and loved ones of General Claudio Graziano. The M5S is close to their pain and that of the entire Fincantieri team» says the president of the M5s, Giuseppe Conte. «The loss of General Claudio Graziano leaves us all shocked. A man of extraordinary abilities who dedicated his life to the service of Italy. We embrace his loved ones with affection.” declares the Minister for Public Administration, Paolo Zangrillo. «It is with deep sadness that we learn of the passing of General Claudio Graziano, a man of great human, cultural and professional depth. An officer who served the country with honor, a convinced pro-European, appreciated even outside our borders. Italy owes him a lot, his contribution to national and international security and to the top management of Fincantieri will remain indelible», adds the president of Noi Moderati Maurizio Lupi. “It is surprising and therefore very painful news, condolences to the family,” says Deputy Prime Minister and Infrastructure Minister Matteo Salvini.
The stock on the stock exchange
The Fincantieri stock attempts a rebound on the stock market after the plunge (-2.82%) following the news of the death of the president Claudio Graziano, with the stock briefly returning to positive and then dropping 1.57% again to 5.089 euros per share.
