A core value
Community Relations
A long-lasting commitment
In the Techint Group we believe that our industrial project can only develop as an integral part of the communities were we operate, the reason underlying our steadfast commitment which spans over eight decades. The investments made in Community Relations are commensurate with our operations, reflecting the values distinguishing the Techint Group companies. We seek to ensure that the development and sustainability of our project contribute to the economic, educational and individual growth of our communities.
79.1
USD million invested
19
Countries
1,215,422
People involved in cultural and educational programs
Our commitment with the communities 2024
Our commitment with the communities 2024
Duration:Education
The Techint Group global education programs cover the entire school education cycle from primary school to university level.
Roberto Rocca Technical Schools Network
The Roberto Rocca Technical Schools network is the embodiment of our vision for technical education: an institution promoting the integral development of students, fostering innovation through the right use of technology, and forging links with the productive sector, in addition to offering best teaching practices through the recognition of merit, effort and excellence.
3
Countries
6,097
People trained
1,129
Students awarded
Roberto Rocca Technical Gene
We strengthen technical secondary education in the community, contributing to the formation of Industry 4.0 skills by offering industrial internships and training to students, and equipment and infrastructure to educational institutions.
8
Countries
14,623
Students and teachers on the program
60
Schools
Roberto Rocca Scholarships
We support young people in the community who stand out for their excellence and commitment to academic work, to give them the opportunity to continue their education at secondary, university and doctoral levels.
3,793
Scholarships awarded
17
Countries
Roberto Rocca After School
A Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math program for children aged 6-12, aimed at fostering basic literacy and social-emotional skills.
6
Countries
2,847
Students in the program
19
Schools
Culture
Cultural promotion is another of our priorities; we seek to collaborate with local identity-building initiatives, promoting diversity and respect for all cultures.
Fundación PROA
Fundación Proa is a private art space that has the permanent support from Techint Group companies. It opened its doors in 1996, and since then some of the leading artists and groundbreaking movements of the 20th and 21st centuries have exhibited works in its rooms, providing inspiration for critical and creative thought.
86,022
People attended the exhibitions and seminars
24
Movie festivals
Fondazione Dalmine
It was founded in 1999 by initiative of TenarisDalmine with the aim of promoting industrial culture by enhancing the history of a steel company rooted in the area for over a century and today part of a global company, Tenaris.
It also preserves the company's industrial values and history, and promotes cutting-edge technical education by offering courses in robotics laboratories, as well as cultural activities, with a forward-looking perspective.
17,847
Students took part in educational programs
Film Festival & Photo Library
Two Global programs channel our desire to encourage cultural exchange and preserve the community's history: the Film Festival and the Photo Library.
27,007
Film Festival spectators in 6 countries
8
Photo libraries in 5 countries
Social inclusion
The personal contribution made by our employees is another fundamental piece in the map of our work with the community, through our Volunteers in Action program. We also support local programs where we can adapt our contribution to the specific needs of each location.
Volunteers in action
Together with the community, our collaborators refurbish schools, upgrading infrastructure and furniture, to provide better learning spaces for their students.
30
Renovated schools
13
Countries
Toni "el Suizo" Ruttimann
Working for nearly three decades, Toni “the Swiss” Rüttimann has united the lives of more than two million people in Latin America and Southeast Asia, by building suspension bridges in collaboration with local communities.
To date, Toni has built more than 930 bridges in 13 countries, with the support of Tenaris and Ternium, which have donated 2,311 tons of pipes and 843 tons of sheet metal, respectively, for this mission.
950
Bridges built
2.5
Million people linked
Health
Coronavirus
The Techint Group companies have developed a comprehensive plan to manage the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak around the world. The health and safety of their people and service to their customers remain a top priority. Four lines of action have been defined to stabilize the companies: ensuring a safe workplace, assuring financial stability of the companies, providing assistance to communities and supporting customers along the way.