Hitachi Rail

26 Jul 2024

Italy: Meet Italy's Red Arrow - The Frecciarossa 1000

Case Study 2 minute read

The Frecciarossa 1000 trains represent a real turning point in the travel habits of Italian passengers, and they are doing so also in Europe. The train confirms our commitment to offering safe, innovative, comfortable and green mobility solutions.

Luca D’Aquila

Hitachi Rail

Challenge

Innovative Rolling Stock for Italy

Improve high-speed connections across Italy and within Europe with energy-saving efficiency.

Create an iconic new entry into Europe’s Very High-Speed train category.

Solution

Top speed of 350 km/h

94 Frecciarossa 1000 high-speed trains that can run on both the Italian and European networks.

Top speed of 350 km/h in passenger operation and low environmental impact.

Impact

Fast, safe and reliable

Fast, safe, reliable and sustainable trains, to shorten journey times between key Italian cities.

A local fleet manufactured at factories in Naples and Pistoia.