Lino Dainese started the company in 1972 when he was 20, making protective motorcycle apparel in Molvena, Vicenza, Italy.
The first article of clothing was a pair of motocross pants.
The company has been closely associated with motorcycle racing since its foundation, which has informed its product development, focused on safety, performance and ergonomics.

The company acquired the Italian helmet manufacturer AGV in July 2007.

The Dainese Group was acquired by Investcorp of Bahrain for €130 million in 2014.
Lino Dainese retained a minority holding and continued as President.

Following the Dainese acquisition by Investcorp, Lino Dainese founded D Airlab, a research center for applying D-air technology for non-sports users, such as construction workers and the elderly.

The Group's headquarters are in Italy, as are its Research & Development and Design Centers.
They have regional office in California, US, and one in Hong Kong.

Since its acquisition by Investcorp, the Dainese Group has reported annual revenue growth from €117 million in 2013 to €184.7 million in 2017, during which period the number of employees increased from 609 to 757, as of March 2018.
Lino Dainese started the company in 1972 when he was 20, making protective motorcycle apparel in Molvena, Vicenza, Italy. The first article of clothing was a pair of motocross pants. The company has been closely associated with motorcycle racing since its foundation, which has informed its product development, focused on safety, performance and ergonomics. 
The company acquired the Italian helmet manufacturer AGV in July 2007.
The Dainese Group was acquired by Investcorp of Bahrain for €130 million in 2014. Lino Dainese retained a minority holding and continued as President.
Following the Dainese acquisition by Investcorp, Lino Dainese founded D Airlab, a research center for applying D-air technology for non-sports users, such as construction workers and the elderly.
The Group's headquarters are in Italy, as are its Research & Development and Design Centers. They have regional office in California, US, and one in Hong Kong.
Since its acquisition by Investcorp, the Dainese Group has reported annual revenue growth from €117 million in 2013 to €184.7 million in 2017, during which period the number of employees increased from 609 to 757, as of March 2018.
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