The completion of the structural works and systems of the Centro Direzionale station of Line 1 of the Milan Metro Napoli marks an important step towards the activation of the line extension.
Article Key Points
- 1 A modern and functional infrastructure
- 2 Activation by the end of the year
- 3 A strategic hub for city mobility
- 4 An integrated mobility system
- 5 An innovative architectural project
- 6 Attention to accessibility
- 7 An investment for the future
- 8 A step forward towards more efficient and sustainable mobility
A modern and functional infrastructure
The mayor of Napoli, the councilor for Infrastructure and Mobility, and the president of Metropolitana di Napoli They visited the station to see the progress of the work. The interior finishings are being completed and the external lighting system and the green areas are being arranged.
Activation by the end of the year
Functional tests with the National Agency for Railway Safety will begin by autumn, while the extension of line 1 to the Centro Direzionale and Tribunale stations is expected to be activated by the end of the year. The runs will run every 5-6 minutes.
A strategic hub for city mobility
The Centro Direzionale station will play a fundamental role in enhancing the urban mobility system. It will connect the commercial and service area of the Centro Direzionale and will act as an interchange point with surface transport and the Circumvesuviana railway.
An integrated mobility system
An integrated parking system (around 2.000 managed by Anm) and access to the ring road in the immediate vicinity will make the station the hub of the transport system, behind the central railway station, to which it will be directly connected via the metro line 1.
An innovative architectural project
The architectural project is the work of architect Benedetta Miralles Tagliabue. A revision of the initial project has allowed the creation of a bright station, with larger spaces and a better connection with public transport and the Centro Direzionale square above.
Attention to accessibility
Access to the platform is guaranteed by escalators and fixed stairs, as well as by lifts to overcome architectural barriers.
An investment for the future
The infrastructure cost a total of 43 million euros, financed by various sources, including the Municipality of Naples, Development and Cohesion Funds 2007-2013, the Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport and a loan from Cassa Depositi e Prestiti.
A step forward towards more efficient and sustainable mobility
The opening of the Centro Direzionale station represents an important step forward towards more efficient and sustainable mobility for the city of Naples. The new infrastructure will help reduce air pollution and car traffic, offering citizens a faster and more comfortable transport alternative.
Article published on May 17, 2024 - 12:50 pm
