Name of the Project
Naples–Bari high-speed railway line, Napoli–Cancello section.

Location
Italy.

Client
Italferr.

Project Description
The Naples–Cancello section project forms part of the Naples–Bari high-speed railway project.

The project will provide a rail service for the new Napoli Afragola station, which will act as the point of transfer between regional and high-speed services, improving access to rail service in Naples.

The project also includes the construction of the Acerra station and two urban stations – Casalnuovo and Centro Commerciale. The section will extend for about 15.5 km across the Casoria, Casalnuovo, Afragola, Caivano and Acerra areas.

The Naples–Bari route is part of the Scandinavia–Mediterranean Corridor of the Trans-European Network.

Jobs to be Created
Not stated.

Value
The Naples–Cancello contract is valued at €397-million.

Duration
The project is scheduled for completion by 2022.

Latest Developments
A consortium comprising Salini Impregilo (60%) and Astaldi (40%) has won the contract for the design and construction of the Naples–Cancello section.

Key Contracts and Suppliers
Salini Impregilo and Astaldi (design and construction of Naples–Cancello section).

On Budget and on Time?
Not stated.

Contact Details for Project Information
Italferr, tel +39 06 49751 or email italferr@italferr.it.