# Rome public transportation infrastructure upgrades

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/rome-public-transportation-infrastructure-upgrades
> Updated: 2026-09-01T07:00:00.000Z. Sources: 12. Developments: 2.

Rome is undergoing several infrastructure upgrades to its public transportation network. In August 2026, all six tram lines were suspended and replaced by bus services to facilitate extensive maintenance and prepare for the introduction of new Caf Urbos trams. These works include upgrading electrical substations, replacing track sections, and constructing a new terminus at Viale delle Milizie.

Simultaneously, the city is implementing the ‘Roma5G’ plan, a €97.7 million investment to improve digital connectivity. This project aims to eliminate digital blackouts in the subway system, specifically targeting the Metro C line with 5G coverage through a Distributed Antenna System. The initiative also involves laying over 250 kilometers of new fiber optic cables along lines A, B, and B1 to support passenger connectivity and urban surveillance systems.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-01: Rome to implement 5G connectivity across Metro C subway lines

Rome is implementing a €97.7 million 5G and fiber optic project to provide continuous mobile connectivity across the Metro C line and other subway routes by next autumn.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rome-to-implement-5g-connectivity-across-metro-c-subway-lines

### 2026-08-26: Rome suspends all tram lines for infrastructure maintenance

Rome has suspended all six tram lines, replacing them with buses for infrastructure upgrades and new tram preparations. Service is expected to return gradually between September and November 2026.

10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rome-suspends-all-tram-lines-for-infrastructure-maintenance

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