Ilva

Ilva is a term that can refer to several different subjects. The most widely known reference is Ilva S.p.A., an Italian steel producer historically based in Taranto, in the Apulia region. The Taranto plant has been a major steelworks in Europe and a significant employer in the region. Over the decades, Ilva has been the subject of environmental and labor concerns, and its corporate structure and ownership have undergone substantial changes, including periods of restructuring and government involvement.

In addition to its industrial use, Ilva is also used as a feminine given name in parts of Europe. It is relatively uncommon and appears in various name registries and personal name contexts.

Because Ilva can refer to more than one subject, its meaning is usually clarified by context. Outside of the corporate and onomastic uses, the term may also appear in fictional works or as part of longer place or organization names in different languages.