FS Group Unveils New Frecciarossa 1000 Fleet

The FS Group has presented the next-generation Frecciarossa 1000 high-speed trains, built by Hitachi Rail at its Pistoia and Naples facilities.

The new fleet commenced service on Sunday, 28 September. The model was introduced by Stefano Antonio Donnarumma, Chief Executive and General Manager of FS Group, and Gianpiero Strisciuglio, Chief Executive and General Manager of Trenitalia.

The upgrade forms part of the company’s 2025–2029 Strategic Plan, which includes a focus on technological development and sustainability.

Trenitalia has ordered 36 new trains, with an option for a further 10, representing an investment of more than 1.3 billion EUR. Deliveries are planned at an average rate of 10 trains per year through to 2029.

The trains are intended for use both in Italy and on seven European networks: France, Spain, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, the Netherlands and Belgium. The units are equipped with an advanced traction system and are certified for a maximum speed of 360 km/h, though they will operate at 300 km/h in regular service.

Environmental performance has been a priority in the design. The new trains achieve a recyclability rate of 97.1% and a material recovery rate of 98.2%, improvements compared with the existing fleet. Energy efficiency is supported by the use of electric traction motors.

While the exterior design and livery remain unchanged, the interiors have been updated. The refurbishment includes new materials, redesigned seating layouts, and enhanced digital systems to support travel management and onboard passenger information. FS Group has emphasised that the design continues to reflect Italian manufacturing and style traditions.

The introduction of the new Frecciarossa 1000 marks a further stage in the renewal of Trenitalia’s high-speed fleet, intended to provide a more efficient and internationally compatible service over the coming years.