# Anas infrastructure investment in Southern Italy > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/anas-infrastructure-investment-in-southern-italy > Updated: 2026-08-27T17:00:46.000Z. Sources: 11. Developments: 2. Anas has initiated significant infrastructure investment programs targeting Southern Italy and its islands. Initially, the agency launched 4.5 billion euros in projects specifically for Sicily, including 1 billion euros for 52 upcoming construction sites. These efforts focus on road and highway networks, such as the Ragusa-Catania project, though some works like the Segesta Tunnel have faced delays. This localized investment has expanded into a broader multi-year strategy. Anas CEO Claudio Andrea Gemme announced a 47.9 billion euro investment plan for the entire Mezzogiorno region. This larger plan allocates 40.5 billion euros for new infrastructure and 7.4 billion euros for maintenance, aiming to establish the area as a central logistics hub within Mediterranean and European transport networks. The strategy emphasizes connecting ports, industrial zones, and Special Economic Zones, with specific regional allocations such as 3.8 billion euros for Puglia. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-27: Anas announces 47.9 billion euro investment plan for Southern Italy Anas announced a 47.9 billion euro investment plan for Southern Italy and the islands, focusing on new infrastructure and maintenance to enhance logistics and regional competitiveness. 11 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/italy-commemorative-events-in-ferrara-and-reconstruction-delays-in-pescara-del-tronto ### 2026-08-15: Anas launches 4.5 billion euro infrastructure projects in Sicily Anas is investing 4.5 billion euros in 146 ongoing road and highway projects in Sicily, including a major 1.5 billion euro development between Ragusa and Catania. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/anas-launches-45-billion-euro-infrastructure-projects-in-sicily --- Cite as: Anas infrastructure investment in Southern Italy. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/anas-infrastructure-investment-in-southern-italy