A swimmer powering through water in competition

Engineered for Champions, Trusted Worldwide

Next-generation competitive swimming gear, meticulously crafted in Florence, Italy. Wherever aquatic sport takes you—from the thrill of national championships to the endless challenge of daily training, AquaLido has your back. Help us set a new standard for performance and innovation—share your insight and let us evolve together!

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Who We Are

Pioneers in aquatic equipment, blending Italian craftsmanship with cutting-edge innovation.

AquaLido Solutions was founded in Florence—a city renowned for its artistry, passion, and tradition of excellence. Since our beginning, we have set out to reinvent aquatic sports equipment, refusing to compromise on quality or performance. Our journey is inspired by Italy’s legendary commitment to craftsmanship: every piece of gear is a marriage of technological innovation and the discerning eye of our dedicated team. We believe that swimmers at all levels, from rising local stars to seasoned Olympians, deserve equipment that elevates their ambitions.

Our designers, engineers, and artisans work side by side, iterating and improving with relentless curiosity. We are not just manufacturers—we are partners to athletes, coaches, and aquatic programs throughout Italy and the world. Whether tailoring fits for elite clubs, conducting rigorous water resistance tests, or integrating feedback from top competitors, AquaLido is guided by one mission: to transform the aquatic experience.

The core of our philosophy is simple—empowerment through excellence. We innovate tirelessly, searching for eco-friendly materials, refining aerodynamic patterns, and pushing the limits of Italian ingenuity. Our products are tested both in labs and in the heat of championship races, ensuring that every swimmer experiences comfort, speed, and confidence.

At AquaLido Solutions, we are deeply committed to our heritage. Yet, we are defined by our vision for the future: making aquatic sports more accessible, sustainable, and rewarding for everyone. From bespoke fits for young teams to consultation for world-class federations, we remain devoted to collaboration, transparency, and ethical production.

Join us as we champion every swimmer’s journey, connect communities, and inspire innovation worldwide. With every product, every partnership, and every achievement, AquaLido reaffirms its promise—Redefining Performance, Empowering Athletes.

  • 100% Quality-checked in Italy
  • Water-resistance and durability tested
  • Innovative, customizable products for teams and individuals
AquaLido Solutions team at factory in Florence

Our Products & Services

Supporting your aquatic journey with a comprehensive selection of elite gear, thoughtful manufacturing, and world-class support.

AquaLido competitive swimwear on athlete
Competitive Swimwear

Enhance your race with streamlined suits engineered for hydrodynamics and unbeaten mobility. Our Italian-designed fabrics embrace your form for record-setting performance, while cutting-edge stitching minimizes drag. Available in a spectrum of sizes, colors, and custom patterns for clubs or individuals, our swimwear is trusted by finalists across Europe. Enjoy comfort and resilience—suits retain fit even after endless laps and rigorous training cycles.

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Training Equipment

Level up each session with an extensive collection of professional-grade equipment. From ergonomically designed fins that build endurance to paddles that refine technique, we personalize gear to athlete needs. Our resistance bands and smart lap counters integrate seamlessly into your workflow, offering coaches and swimmers quantifiable progress. Rely on our support for advice on optimizing usage within various training phases—all built to last season after season.

Ergonomic Design
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Custom Swimwear Manufacturing

Bring imagination to life with our bespoke creation process. Clubs, schools, and competing professionals partner with our expert designers to realize unique suit concepts, from initial sketches to the final stitch. Enjoy features like personalized embroidery, tailored sizing, and a palette matching your team spirit. Our streamlined order system and rapid prototyping guarantee timely delivery, while every custom piece undergoes strict Italian quality assurance.

Bespoke Experience
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Water Resistance Testing

Excellence starts with precise testing. Our advanced Florence facility simulates real aquatic conditions, assessing gear for water permeability, durability, and drag. Innovative hydro chambers replicate competitive environments, ensuring products meet and exceed FINA standards. Regular reporting and collaboration are available for large teams or federations seeking custom test protocols and continuous improvement.

Lab-Certified
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Product Innovation Consultancy

Invite our engineering collective into your creative process. We work side by side with coaches, athletes, and retail partners to strategize, test, and launch new aquatic equipment. Tap into decades of expertise, the latest simulation technology, and a collaborative ethos that prizes your vision first. Contact us for competitive insight, manufacturing optimization, and blueprints that break new ground in aquatic sports.

Expert Guidance

Innovation in Every Detail

Shaping the Future of Aquatic Equipment

AquaLido Solutions is at the forefront of aquatic innovation—our commitment reaches beyond performance to impact sustainability and athlete well-being. Each product is born from a relentless drive to push boundaries, utilizing eco-conscious processes, advanced material science, and the direct feedback of champions. Our labs serve not just as a base for designing gear but as hubs of creativity and diligence, where new ideas undergo real-world trials.

We believe every detail counts. Our R&D is inspired by real athlete needs, balancing meticulous research with the courage to experiment. Join a collaborative movement powered by swimmers, coaches, and engineers who shape products destined to redefine what is possible in and out of the pool.

Let Us Know: What Innovation Matters To You?
Eco-friendly swimwear material production
Eco-Driven Materials

By harnessing recycled textiles and investing in reduced-water manufacturing, AquaLido delivers top-level performance while lessening our ecological footprint. Our fabrics are sourced with environmental responsibility in mind, aligning with global trends and Italian environmental values. Each new collection further reduces waste and sets higher standards for sustainability in aquatic sports.

Athletes giving product feedback
Athlete Collaboration

Our products are shaped by Italian Olympians, European finalists, and local water polo heroes. Through continuous interaction and testing, we guarantee each innovation is truly athlete-approved. Insight is gathered from first wear to competition day, ensuring enhancements reflect practical realities—not just theory.

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Tour Our Innovation Lab

Curious about our process? Tour our R&D hub virtually and discover collaborative brainstorming, real-time prototyping, and highly instrumented product testing. Whether supplier or partner, see first-hand how concepts become gear that wins medals and earns trust, all under the Florence sun.

Our Approach: Rigorous from Concept to Pool

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Design & Ideation
We start with real input from champions and elite coaches, combining deep sports knowledge and advanced simulation technology. Every new product, feature, or upgrade originates as a collaboration between designers, engineers, and the athletes who know the water best.
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Precision Manufacturing
By fusing Italian handcraft tradition with modern automation, we manufacture gear that meets global performance demands. Robotic checks, fine tailoring, and stepwise quality controls keep standards exacting at every stage.
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Real-World Testing
Nothing leaves our doors unproven. Each innovation is put into action with professional swimmers, in championship pools, and under extreme conditions. We measure resilience, comfort, and performance so every user can trust our results.
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Feedback-Driven Improvements
We value user voices. Surveys, interviews, and field studies allow us to refine, upgrade, and evolve gear. Each season brings fresh ideas and new prototypes—driven by real swimmers, for real swimmers.

What Our Athletes & Partners Say

Meet Our Experts

The people behind AquaLido: passionate about sport, innovation, and sustainability. Our diverse Florence-based team unites world-class expertise and a shared mission to energize improvements in aquatic performance at every level.

Alessandro Cucciolillo, CEO
Alessandro Cucciolillo
CEO & Founder

Visionary leader, Alessandro turned his water polo Gold Medal win into a career spent elevating Italian aquatic equipment to global prestige. Known for his warmth, sharp insight, and connections across European federations, he continuously blends the heart of Fiorentina creativity with rigorous pursuit of innovation. Alessandro ensures every product is the realization of both tradition and pioneering spirit.

Lucia De Santis, R&D Head
Lucia De Santis
Head of R&D

Lucia's inventive drive has positioned AquaLido at the cutting edge of sustainable materials. With a doctorate in polymer engineering from Milan Polytechnic and a competitive swimming background, she leads a team committed to discovering recycled, hydrodynamic fabrics and inventing production processes the world has not seen. Lucia's projects consistently yield lighter, stronger, and more environmentally friendly swimwear.

Khaled Mansour, Manufacturing Lead
Khaled Mansour
Manufacturing Lead

A veteran of sports manufacturing, Khaled has two decades of experience developing, refining, and automating high-precision processes in Florence. He manages everyday production, oversees product safety standards, and is recognized as a trusted mentor to our technical staff. Khaled’s expertise is fundamental to ensuring every batch arriving in clubs and stores achieves world-class reliability.

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