Pioneer Hi-Bred Italia Sementi s.r.l.: Insufficient legal basis for data processing

€120,000 fine - Italian Data Protection Authority (Garante)

€120,000 Fine

Pioneer Hi-Bred Italia Sementi s.r.l.

ITALY

Insufficient legal basis for data processing

Dec 18, 2025 Source

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The Italian DPA has imposed a fine of EUR 120,000 on Pioneer Hi-Bred Italia Sementi s.r.l. The controller installed satellite telematics tracking devices to monitor driving behaviour and provide drivers with scores.

GDPR Articles: Art. 5 (1) a), b), c) GDPR; Art. 6 (1) f) GDPR, Art. 28 GDPR
Industry: Employment