Our heritage
ELi Publishing Group is the international branch of Gruppo Editoriale ELi (part of the Pigini Group), specialising in the global production, promotion, and marketing of educational products. It operates with five language catalogues—English, French, German, Spanish, and Italian— in over 80 countries, supported by an extensive network of 140 distributors.
The story behind Gruppo Editoriale ELi
The ELi - European Language Institute - publishing house was founded by Lamberto Pigini, building on the educational expertise of Euroschool, Italy's pioneering English-language institute for children.
Production began with the expansion into linguistic magazines in English, French, German, Spanish, Russian, Italian for foreigners, and Latin.
ELi expanded its distribution network to over 80 countries worldwide.
PIERRE BORDAS et Fils joins ELi Publishing Group.
ELi introduced the ELi Graded Readers series in five languages and various difficulty levels. The series was renewed and updated in 2021. ELi also acquired the L A SPIGA brand.
ELi acquired PLAN Publishing House, a leading provider in Italy of professional institute services in food, wine, and hospitality management.
Formation of Gruppo Editoriale ELi to encompass all operational publishing brands. EBF BULGARINI Publishing House joined Gruppo Editoriale ELi.
PRINCIPATO and CETEM Publishing Houses became part of Gruppo Editoriale ELi.
EDINUMEN joins the ELi Publishing Group. EDINUMEN and ELI EDICIONES have joined forces to create an extensive catalogue of Spanish as a Foreign Language (ELE) resources.
Company Overview
Gruppo Editoriale
Gruppo Editoriale ELi is a division of
• 500 Employees
• €100 millions in sales
• HQ Loreto (Italy)
• HQ Madrid (Spain)
• HQ Miami, FL (USA)
Italian School Market
Primary and Secondary
International Branch
Language learning materials
Español Lengua Extranjera
Specialised brands for each language
English Language Teaching Italiano Lingua Straniera
Español Lengua Extranjera
Français Langue étrangére
Deutsch als Fremdsprache
Our offering for each language
Coursebooks
• Pre-Primary
• Primary
• Secondary International Qualifications
• ELT: Cambridge, Trinity and Language Cert
• FLE: DELF et DELF Prim
• ELE: DELE
• ILS: PLIDA
Grammar
Classroom resources
• Activity and Photocopiable Books
• Speaking cards
Language Games
• More than 100 language games
• Primary producer of educational games
Language Magazines
• Available in five languages
Graded Readers
• Young Learners
• Teenagers
• Young Adults
Edinumen
Edinumen and ELi Publishing Group have joined forces to create an extensive catalogue of Spanish as a Foreign Language (ELE), tailored specifically for schools and higher education institutions.
Edinumen Editorial, a global leader in Spanish language education (ELE), is known for its innovative and comprehensive portfolio.
Founded in Madrid in 1996, EDINUMEN has gained international recognition for its innovative approach to language education.
Società Dante Alighieri Partnership
Founded in 1889, the Società Dante Alighieri plays a pivotal role in promoting the Italian language and culture across the globe. With more than 450 societies worldwide and an ever-expanding reach, the Society is a key member of Italy’s national committee for the promotion of Italian culture abroad.
A fruitful collaboration between the Società Dante Alighieri and the ELi Publishing Group has led to the creation of the editorial series 'Eliseo'. This series will feature the PLIDA Notebooks, which are valuable resources for preparing for language proficiency certification exams.
Graded Readers´ Awards
Our tradition of producing graded readers spans over three decades. Today, we proudly publish readers in seven different languages. We invite you to discover all the titles from the ELT graded readers’ list that include finalists and winners of the prestigious awards such as the Extensive Reading Foundation or the ELTons Awards
Business Opportunities
Distribution
Expand your reach with our extensive global distribution network. If you are interested in joining our sales and distribution network for any ELi Publishing Group brand, please contact us at the email below. Our regional Sales & Promotion Area Managers will connect with you promptly.
80 Countries
140 Distributors
Licensing Service
Leverage the strength of our products through sales and licensing opportunities. The ELi Publishing Group offers comprehensive licensing services, enabling publishers, agencies, intermediaries, and educational institutions to localise and adapt our editorial content. Most of our original works are available for licensing, allowing for seamless adaptation by third-party partners.
Co-editions & Collaboration
ELi Publishing Group actively seeks co-edition partnerships with publishers and local entities. Together, we can create customised editions that cater to specific needs, including local school curricula, varying teaching hours and volumes across different school years, and enriching content with cultural relevance.
Connecting People Through Languages
General Manager
Giacomo Pierini g.pierini@elionline.com
Sales & Promotion Area Managers
Europe
Vittorio D’Aversa v.daversa@elionline.com
Other European countries: Germany, Austria and Switzerland
Rüdiger Scherpe r.scherpe@elionline.com
North Africa-Middle East, Asia & Oceania
Roberto Berti Riboli r.bertiriboli@elionline.com
Northern, Central and Southern America, Spain: Managed directly by GM Giacomo Pierini
PIERRE BORDAS ET
English Language Teaching Français Langue Étrangére
Deutsch als Fremdsprache PIERRE
Italiano Lingua Straniera
Español Lengua Extranjera