by InTrieste
Starting today, a new, environmentally friendly train is gracing the tracks of Friuli Venezia Giulia. The Rock train, a marvel of modern engineering, promises to reduce energy consumption by 30 percent compared to its predecessors and is constructed with 97 percent recyclable materials.
With 685 seats and a capacity to accommodate up to 1,700 passengers, the train boasts three bathrooms and is composed of six carriages.
In a bid to promote sustainable mobility, the Rock is equipped with charging points for bicycles and electric scooters. Onboard amenities include surveillance cameras, Wi-Fi connectivity, and designated areas for passengers with disabilities, conveniently located near the access doors and restrooms.
“This is the first of ten trains we will introduce by 2026,” said Cristina Amirante, the regional infrastructure assessor. “Safe and comfortable, this train will replace our outdated fleet and herald a new era of public transportation in the region.” Amirante emphasized the regional administration’s commitment to enhancing public transport, stating, “To encourage public transport use, we need high-performance vehicles.”
Elisa Nannetti, Trenitalia’s regional director for FVG, announced, “The train will enter service tomorrow.” She highlighted that the region’s high customer satisfaction ratings position it among the top in Italy for service quality. “Every day, we strive to maintain and improve this standard. We are grateful to the Region for entrusting us with this vital service,” Nannetti added.
By 2024, Trenitalia expects to deliver four additional Blues and three more Rock trains to FVG. This delivery schedule will continue into 2025 and 2026, culminating in a total of nine Blues and fourteen Rock trains. This influx of modern trains will reduce the average age of the regional fleet to nine years.
The Rock train will initially operate on the Trieste-Venice route via Portogruaro and will subsequently serve the Trieste-Venice route via Udine, enhancing connectivity and comfort for passengers across the region.
Interviews: Cristina Amirante, the regional infrastructure assessor; Elisa Nannetti, Trenitalia’s regional director for FVG.
