Preventive Archaeology in Italferr's DNA

Italferr, the first engineering company in Italy to have an archaeologist staff, contributed to the creation of the preventive archaeology regulations in the Procurement Code.

In the context of railway project design, the company intervenes with the drafting of specialist studies, the design, and execution of archaeological surveys and excavations, sharing with the territorially competent Superintendencies the extent and methods of preventive archaeology operations. The results of the surveys thus become an integral part of railway projects from the earliest stages, to anticipate any interferences.

Protection actions, therefore, that involve an in-depth study of archaeological contexts, with the realization of territorial studies, surveys, and extensive excavations, up to enhancement through virtual reconstructions, publications, conferences, and musealizations.

Through a proactive and collaborative approach, the FS Group is constantly committed to promoting preventive archaeology to ensure that the construction of new lines takes place sustainably, without compromising the historical richness of the territories crossed.

A Focus on the New AV/AC Naples-Bari Line

The project, which sees Italferr involved in the Final Design and Works Management, aims to enhance and speed up the Naples-Bari route, integrating the southern railway infrastructure with the Core Corridor "Scandinavia-Mediterranean."

A strategic work that will improve accessibility in the areas crossed for national services, long-distance services, and regional and freight services.

In fact, at the end of the works, the Naples-Bari connection will be covered in 2 hours, compared to the current 4 hours, while the Rome-Bari connection will take only 3 hours, saving about two hours compared to today. The project, with a total value of over 6 billion euros, also represents a driving force for job creation: over 7,000 people, including engineers, technicians, and workers, are involved in the project.