Air Force General Maurizio Lodovisi visited the Technical Supply Centre at Fiumicino. General Lodovisi, accompanied by Brigadier General Giuseppe Li Causi, Head of the Support Service, was welcomed by Colonel Ettore Ciniglio Appiani, Commander of the Centre. During his introductory briefing, Colonel Ciniglio Appiani outlined to the Logistics Commander the main objectives achieved by the Unit, highlighting the key aspects of the important and sensitive institutional work that the Centre carries out for the Italian Air Force. The Logistics Commander subsequently toured the base’s facilities, expressing keen interest in the refurbishment work carried out at the Centre. General Lodovisi also attended Holy Mass, officiated by the 1st Chief Chaplain, Monsignor Giorgio Nencini, Episcopal Vicar for the Italian Air Force, celebrated to mark the reopening of the church following extensive renovation work. At the end of a busy morning, the Logistics Commander met with the Base Representative Council (COBAR) and the Unified Trade Union Representation (RSU) to discuss issues of general interest. The visit concluded with the signing of the Guest Book in the Centre Commander’s office, during which General Lodovisi expressed his appreciation for the commendable commitment and dedication shown by the unit’s personnel, urging everyone to continue along the path they had embarked upon. The Technical Supply Centre ensures, in accordance with the directives received from the Support Service of the Logistics Command, the procurement, supply and management of materials and equipment in the sectors of motorisation, transport, aviation and automotive fuels and lubricants, oxygen, chemical and physical testing, fire-fighting, CBRN and film, photography and printing, whilst providing the relevant technical, logistical and customs assistance to the bodies and units of the Armed Forces.
