About us
The story of a family, the reliability of a Group
Our journey began in the 1960s in Faenza, when Arrigo Baldini transformed a salt and tobacco shop into an initial roadside assistance operation. He was guided by a simple yet pioneering vision: to provide people with immediate, reliable, and professional support in their most critical moments. The purchase of the first recovery vehicle, followed by its strategic positioning near the Faenza motorway exit, laid the foundations for a structured service that grew rapidly with the addition of the first lifting equipment. Over the decades, through acquisitions and the expansion of its services, Baldini has become a benchmark in special vehicle hire, industrial handling, transport, roadside assistance, vehicle scrapping, and used vehicle sales. Today, the Group operates with more than 250 vehicles, over 150 employees, an annual turnover exceeding €25 million, and a widespread presence in Emilia-Romagna, Lombardy, Marche, Tuscany, and Veneto, extending its reach across Italy and abroad. Among the company’s proudest initiatives is the free Baldini Training Camp: passing on expertise and experience from one generation to the next is a cornerstone of the Group, now led by Arrigo’s sons, Barbara and Andrea Baldini.
From the 1960s to today: the growth of the Baldini Group
A family story that blends vision, investment, and a lasting presence in the area: discover the key milestones that have made Baldini a benchmark on the road and beyond.
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1960
It all began in a small salt and tobacco shop in Faenza, where Arrigo Baldini responded to the first calls for roadside assistance. The idea of creating a structured recovery service soon developed into a genuine business venture.
1965
With the purchase of the first official vehicle for recovery operations and the subsequent move close to the motorway exit, Baldini laid the foundations for a fast, professional, round-the-clock service.
1970
The company expanded its offer with its first industrial lifting equipment. This marked the birth of the business line dedicated to crane hire, today one of our core services.
1973
The roadside assistance headquarters was moved to Via Granarolo (where it remains to this day), close to the motorway exit opened just a few years earlier – a choice that proved decisive for this market.
1984
The company takes on a strong identity and expands its services across Emilia-Romagna, focusing on cutting-edge technologies and a constantly evolving fleet for hire.
1997
With the acquisition of Nannini S.r.l., Baldini enters the vehicle dismantling sector. From this point on, the company, already taking its first steps in Bologna San Lazzaro, can manage every stage, from roadside assistance to scrapping, alongside roadside assistance already active in Forlì.
2000
The acquisition of Ravenna-based rental company Campedelli & C. S.r.l. allows Baldini to establish itself as a benchmark in mechanical lifting at national, international, and offshore level. That same year, Crash Autodemolizioni S.r.l. is founded.
2002
The opening of a new site in San Lazzaro di Savena extends roadside assistance services into Emilia.
2006
A new facility is opened for vehicle dismantling, strengthening coverage in the Ravenna area.
2007
The acquisition of Dem.Auto S.r.l. in Faenza further boosts the dismantling sector. On 1 June 2022, Crash Autodemolizioni S.r.l. and Dem.Auto S.r.l. are merged into a single company, continuing under the Dem.Auto name.
2013
Roadside assistance services are launched in Ravenna, managed by Baldini Arrigo S.r.l.
2019
The Baldini Training Camp is created, a pioneering free training programme for those wishing to start a professional career in Baldini’s fields of expertise.
2025
With more than 150 employees, over 250 operational vehicles, branches in Emilia-Romagna and Marche, and a reach extending nationwide and internationally, the Baldini Group continues to grow while staying true to its values. Sustainability and safety, supported by generational transition, are at the heart of every decision.
Our values, our mission
Every day, Baldini follows a philosophy built on experience, innovation, sustainability, and respect for people. These pillars guide us in every task, every project, wherever we operate.
Proven reliability
For almost sixty years, we have stood by our clients with timely, safe, and certified services. Our story is one of tangible results and long-lasting partnerships.
Technical expertise
We continually invest in training, technology, and state-of-the-art equipment to ensure efficient, professional solutions, even in the most complex situations.
Speed and presence
With a widespread logistics network, we respond rapidly across Central and Northern Italy, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Environmental sustainability
We adopt electric vehicles, low-emission solutions, and ISO 14001-certified processes to reduce our environmental footprint and support responsible growth.
People at the centre
People are our driving force. Every day we invest in their well-being, training, and professional development, because only a skilled and motivated team can make a real difference on the ground.
Proactive safety
For us, safety is not just an obligation but a daily commitment. We go beyond legal requirements with internal protocols, rigorous checks, and constant investment. We protect people, equipment, and the environment with a proactive approach, because we believe that prevention is better than intervention.
Our operating business units
Baldini delivers its specialised services through three companies, each operating under a different name but united by the vision and values that guide the Group.
The original roadside assistance core from which Baldini’s business began, named after its founder, Arrigo Baldini.
The operating unit dedicated to lifting, aerial platform hire, machinery handling, and heavy haulage, recognised as a national and international benchmark in these sectors.
The company providing vehicle dismantling and the sale of used vehicles and components, with strategically located sites across the Romagna region.
Our certifications
14001:2015
UNI ISO 14001:2015
BALDINI CAMPEDELLI SRL
Environmental management system
9001:2015
UNI EN ISO 9001:2015
BALDINI CAMPEDELLI SRL
Quality management system
45001:2018
UNI EN ISO 45001:2018
BALDINI CAMPEDELLI SRL
Occupational health and safety management system
14001:2015
UNI EN ISO 14001:2015
DEM.AUTO SRL
Environmental management system