# Eni Gigafactory project in Brindisi > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/eni-gigafactory-project-in-brindisi > Updated: 2026-10-05T15:16:05.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2. The Eni Storage Systems Gigafactory project in Brindisi has entered its operational phase, focusing on industrial reconversion through the production of battery cells and modules. The project includes an assembly plant for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), with production expected to begin in July 2027. Once integrated with the Teverola plant, the initiative aims for an annual capacity of 16 GWh by 2030. Workforce training is a central component of the transition. The first phase of training for 80 Versalis workers is scheduled to begin on October 12, supported by the Eni Corporate University. This program is designed to transition workers into the battery production sector and is expected to create over 1,000 jobs at full capacity. Labor representatives from CISL have urged the Italian government to accelerate a formal program agreement to support the region’s industrial transition. The union has emphasized the necessity of state-guaranteed public funding to maintain social cohesion and protect existing jobs as the local energy infrastructure undergoes decarbonization. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-05: Italy plans 5 billion euro AI Gigafactory via state-controlled Newco Italy plans to launch a 5 billion euro AI Gigafactory through a state-controlled Newco involving major companies like Eni and Enel, with participation from Greece and EU funding. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/italy-plans-5-billion-euro-ai-gigafactory-via-state-controlled-newco ### 2026-09-25: Eni Gigafactory project in Brindisi enters operational phase Eni is advancing its Brindisi Gigafactory project for battery production, targeting 16 GWh annual capacity by 2030. Unions are urging the Italian government to provide formal support and funding. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/eni-gigafactory-project-in-brindisi-enters-operational-phase --- Cite as: Eni Gigafactory project in Brindisi. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/eni-gigafactory-project-in-brindisi