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Fiumicino, 22 December 2025 – The artwork Apparato Circolatorio (Circulatory System) by the artist Jago – one of the most successful Italian sculptors on the international scene – was unveiled today at Terminal 1 of Rome Fiumicino Airport. The inauguration was attended by Federico Mollicone, Chair of the Culture Committee of the Chamber of Deputies, and Marco Troncone, CEO of Aeroporti di Roma.
Inside the airport, the installation features six red ceramic hearts, taken from Jago's original 2017 work and symbols of universal values: equality, empathy, memory, hospitality, hope and courage. Arranged in a circle – a geometric figure without beginning or end – and accompanied by a video projection reproducing their rhythmic pulsation, the hearts invite travellers to rediscover, even if just for a moment, the deeper meaning of belonging to a shared humanity.
‘As Rome Fiumicino surpasses 50 million annual passengers and confirms its place among the world’s top hubs for quality and connectivity, we continue to invest in creating a welcoming environment that highlights the extraordinary richness and excellence of Italian art, enhancing the value of this infrastructure. – said Marco Troncone, CEO of Aeroporti di Roma. – It is within this context that the work of an artist of such stature on the contemporary scene finds its place. His presence in our airport goes beyond aesthetics. After representing Italy on the Vespucci world tour and at Expo 2025 Osaka, Jago now offers a space for shared reflection here as well, at the heart of global mobility. The hearts of ‘Apparato Circolatorio’ are more than a symbol - they are a universal message of peace and a powerful reminder of the human dimension of our work, which connects people, experiences, dreams, and values every day.’
Apparato Circolatorio will be visible to all passengers and marks a new step in the ongoing mission pursued by Aeroporti di Roma – part of the Mundys group – to transform Rome Fiumicino Airport into a true cultural platform, having already displayed over the years masterpieces such as Bernini's Salvator Mundi and the three stained-glass windows attributed to Giotto from the Basilica of Santa Croce. This vision reflects the intention to permanently integrate contemporary art into the airport environment, making it accessible, engaging, and an integral part of the travel experience.
Moving in this direction, ADR's goal is to redefine the role of the airport as a living infrastructure, where even waiting time becomes an opportunity for discovery, shared beauty, and celebration of Italian excellence.
About Aeroporti di Roma
Aeroporti di Roma is part of the Mundys Group and manages and develops Rome’s Fiumicino and Ciampino airports, as well as other related and complementary activities connected to airport management. Leonardo da Vinci Airport in Fiumicino is one of only two hubs in Europe — and twelve worldwide — to hold a 5-Star Skytrax rating for excellent service quality standards and has been recognized as the best airport in the world for airport security. It features two passenger terminals and serves both business and leisure travelers on domestic, international, and intercontinental routes. G.B. Pastine Airport in Ciampino is primarily used by low-cost carriers, express couriers, and General Aviation operations.
Over the years, ADR has worked tirelessly to build the airport of the future — a sustainable and innovative infrastructure that combines operational efficiency with customer focus, along with a strategy to promote Italy’s cultural and artistic heritage in all its forms. Thanks to this vision, Fiumicino Airport has been recognized by ACI World as Europe’s Best Airport for Service Quality in the “over 40 million passengers” category for eight consecutive years. In 2025, Leonardo da Vinci Airport in Fiumicino was also confirmed by ACI Europe as Best European Airport for the seventh time in the past eight years.
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