The CEO of Trenitalia, Louis Corradi, has announced an investment of 100 million euros for the redevelopment of the train maintenance workshop Frecciarossa di Napoli a GianturcoThe goal is to maintain the system at the highest level of technology and efficiency, in line with Italian high-speed rail standards, which are the best in the world.
"This facility is historic for Italy and for high-speed rail.", said Corradi. "It was one of the first to be built and the trains that contributed to the development of this sector passed through here."
The redevelopment works will concern both the historical part of the plant, which will be restored and preserved, and the new part, which will be built to house the new Etr 1000 high speed trainsThese trains, which will enter service in 2026, are faster, more efficient and consume less energy than the current Etr 500.
The investment of Trenitalia It will also create new jobs. It is estimated that around 500-600 people will be hired, who will work in the new maintenance sheds.
Deputy Minister Rixi: "Naples is a logistics center of excellence."
The Deputy Minister of Infrastructure and Transport, Edward Rixi, visited the maintenance workshop in Naples in Gianturco. "This plant is an example of excellence," said Rixi. "The new plans also involve building renovations, the use of photovoltaic panels, and, above all, an expansion of processing operations in the area."
Rixi emphasized that Naples is a logistics center of excellence for the railway sector. "The city has a great ability to attract suppliers and subcontractors," he said. "Furthermore, Naples is central to Italy and is located on the Mediterranean-Scandinavian corridor."
Trenitalia's investment in Naples confirms the government's desire to develop high-speed rail in Southern Italy.
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