Domenico Messina is AIA's new director of technology. AIA authorities have issued a notification in this regard. The announcement reads: "The National Committee of the Association Italiana Arbitration (AIA), in accordance with the recently adopted restructuring plan and Article 10 (b) of the organization's rules, has appointed Domenico Messina as the new Director Technology. He will start working in this new position on July 1, 2026. The new Director Technology will be responsible for improving the skills of referees at the national level, overseeing their training and development. The AIA Committee's aim in appointing Messina to this position is, A person who is internationally recognized for technical development and training, and who has an in-depth knowledge of the Italian refereeing system. Some information about the professional life of Domenico Messina: from 1995 to 2007 as a referee (A series). Member of the Cannes B (Professional League) from 2014 to 2017. Observer of the Cannes (National) Committee from 2010. Since 2010, he has been a trusted member of the Referee Committee, e.g Some honors for Messina: Giovanni Mauro Award in 2001. Claudio Pieri Award in 2021.
