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Trenitalia to invest 7 billion euros in green regional rail fleet
Trenitalia is undergoing a significant modernization of its regional rail network to promote sustainable mobility. Maria Annunziata Giaconia, Trenitalia's Regional Operations Director, stated that regional rail serves as the backbone of an integrated and intermodal transport system.
The company is investing 7 billion euros into its fleet, with approximately 1 billion euros sourced from European Union and PNRR funds. Currently, 1,000 of the company's 1,300 regional trains are new. By 2027, Trenitalia aims to have 1,081 new trains in operation, representing 80% of its total regional fleet.
These new models are designed for efficiency, consuming 30% less energy than previous versions. The fleet includes hybrid trains and a prototype powered by biofuel derived from food waste. Additionally, the company is focusing on accessibility and digital ticketing to encourage a shift from private cars to public transport.
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European Union · Maria Annunziata Giaconia · Rome · Trenitalia
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- [● 2 SOURCES] Trenitalia is investing 7 billion euros in its fleet, including approximately 1 billion euros from PNRR and EU funds. www.ilsannioquotidiano.it · lamilano.it
- [● 2 SOURCES] Trenitalia's regional rail serves as the backbone of an integrated and intermodal system for sustainable mobility. www.ilsannioquotidiano.it · lamilano.it
- [● 2 SOURCES] The fleet includes hybrid trains and a train powered by biofuel produced from food waste. www.ilsannioquotidiano.it · lamilano.it
- [● 2 SOURCES] Trenitalia currently operates 1,000 new trains out of a total fleet of 1,300. www.ilsannioquotidiano.it · lamilano.it
- [● 2 SOURCES] By 2027, 80% of Trenitalia's regional fleet will consist of new trains, totaling 1,081 units. www.ilsannioquotidiano.it · lamilano.it
- [● 2 SOURCES] New trains are designed to consume 30% less energy. www.ilsannioquotidiano.it · lamilano.it