A new step towards sustainability
Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane S.p.A. (FS) recently announced the issuance of a new 100 million euro bond, fully underwritten by the European Investment Bank (EIB). This operation, which is part of the EMTN Program, has a variable rate and a duration of 12 years. This is an important initiative that aims to finance the purchase of hybrid trains, thus contributing to a more sustainable and modern regional service
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Details of the operation
The official note from FS underlines that this bond represents the second tranche of the financing approved by the EIB for the purchase of hybrid trains by Trenitalia. With this new issue, the total number of bonds subscribed by the EIB from 2015 to today reaches an impressive figure of 1.7 billion euros. This fact highlights the EIB’s ongoing commitment to supporting the Italian railway sector, helping to improve the efficiency and sustainability of
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Impact on regional service
The purchase of hybrid trains represents a significant step towards modernizing the Trenitalia fleet. These trains, which combine electric and diesel technology, are designed to reduce CO2 emissions and improve energy efficiency. The introduction of these innovative vehicles will not only improve the travel experience for passengers, but will also help reduce the environmental impact of rail transport. The choice to invest in hybrid trains is in line with European sustainability and emission reduction policies, making the Italian railway service increasingly competitive and responsible
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