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Colosseum maintenance site death sparks safety concerns in Italy
A 22-year-old worker has died at a maintenance construction site at the Colosseum in Rome. The CGIL Teramo union expressed shock over the incident, questioning how such a tragedy could occur at a high-profile UNESCO World Heritage site. The union called for greater investment in safety inspections and a shift in the culture of workplace security, even for public contracts.
In other regional developments, several infrastructure and social projects are underway across Italy. In Asti, Alessandria, and Cuneo, approximately 21 million euros will be used to renovate 459 social housing units to improve energy efficiency. In Sarnano, a municipal pool has reopened following a one-million-euro renovation focused on energy efficiency and accessibility.
Infrastructure updates include the reopening of a reconstructed viaduct on the SS 90bis highway in Greci following a 5-million-euro investment, and the resumption of construction at the former Agip station in Belluno after years of bureaucratic delays. Additionally, CUN Company and Spazio Group have launched the ‘Sport & Business’ project in Turin to connect the automotive industry with sports communities.
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AMIAS Servizi Srl · Abruzzo · Albino-Selvino Cableway · Andrea Santopietro · CGIL Teramo · Colosseo · Daniele Palumbi · Franco Lucente · Guido Castelli · Lombardia Region · Marco Marsilio · Torricella Sicura
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] Upon reopening, initial traffic will be restricted to alternating one-way flow between 6:00 and 23:00. www.cuneodice.it
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The Tenda tunnel is undergoing a total closure for six weeks starting Monday, September 21, 2026. www.cuneodice.it
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The long-term goal is to achieve full reopening without time-restricted transit windows. www.cuneodice.it
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The tunnel is scheduled to reopen on October 30, 2026. www.cuneodice.it
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The total closure of the Tenda tunnel was moved forward following a decision by CIG Alpi del Sud. www.cuneodice.it
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Works include maintenance at the French-side entrance and extraordinary maintenance of the tunnel. www.cuneodice.it