Trenitalia Ends c2c Era with Major Transition

Trenitalia officially ends its c2c era on Sunday, July 20, after eight years of investment, innovation, and high performance, as ownership shifts to public hands. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

Trenitalia Strategic Repositioning in UK Rail

Trenitalia frames the transfer of c2c as a strategic pivot rather than an exit. The company plans to stay active in UK rail modernization through Great British Railways initiatives. It also aims to collaborate with local SMEs, universities, and innovation centres to bolster sector resilience and knowledge sharing.

Trenitalia Operational Achievements and Community Impact

Since 2017, Trenitalia-driven c2c operated over 935,000 services and carried 315 million passengers, achieving top punctuality and 94.5% customer satisfaction. The operator invested $128 million (£100 million) in ten new Alstom electric trainsets. It also launched the UK’s first fully contactless rail network, enabling 10,000+ daily taps. The digital PICO ticketing platform modernised legacy systems, while station upgrades and streamlined compensation boosted passenger experience.

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Economic benefits reached the East of England, where 25,000 commuters travel daily and rail contributes an estimated $760 million (£590 million) each year. Trenitalia also recovered $768K (£596K) from fare evasion and earned multiple safety certifications, including Health & Safety, Safeguarding, and Secure Stations.

Trenitalia Future Outlook and International Ambition

Trenitalia reinforced its UK commitment by filing for open-access high-speed services between London and Paris, underlining its international connectivity ambitions. Managing Director Ernesto Sicilia emphasised a focus on continuous improvement, community connection, and industry integration. He confirmed Trenitalia will continue operating Avanti West Coast until its public transfer in 2026, while promoting innovation and collaboration.

Expressing gratitude to staff, passengers, and partners, Trenitalia described the c2c period as one of shared progress and mutual learning. The company looks ahead to expanding sustainable transport, strategic ties, and a united European rail network.

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