Who owns illy?
illy is owned by illycaffè S.p.A. (Italy).[1]
This ownership is reported in official statements but has not yet been matched to a regulatory filing.
Key facts
- Current owner
- illycaffè S.p.A. reported
- Owned since
- Not recorded
- Previous owner
- None recorded
- Owner HQ
- 🇮🇹 Italy, Trieste
- Origin
- 🇮🇹 Italy, Trieste
- Founded
- 1933
- Category
- Beverages › Coffee, tea & hot drinks › Coffee
- Last verified
- · 1 sources
About illy
illy sells one arabica blend of nine origins, in the belief that consistency matters more than choice, and packs it in pressurised tins that keep it fresh for years. It is sold in more than 140 countries and in tens of thousands of cafés.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is the parent company of illy?
The parent company of illy is illycaffè S.p.A., a family-owned company headquartered in Italy.
Is illy Italian?
Yes. illy originated in Italy in 1933 and its owner, illycaffè S.p.A., is also headquartered in Italy.
Is illy still owned by illycaffè S.p.A.?
Yes. As of 6 September 2026, illy is still owned by illycaffè S.p.A. The ownership record was last checked against primary sources on that date.
Sources (1) & corrections
Last verified . Every ownership fact above is backed by one of these primary documents. Numbers in brackets in the text refer to this list.
- [1] illycaffè — the company — illycaffè S.p.A., Official document; retrieved 6 September 2026.
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