infrastructure

bridge

Could Genoa's new bridge show Italy the way to overhaul its infrastructure?

A gleaming new bridge in Genoa built after the deadly collapse of a viaduct opened on Tuesday, but critics say not enough has been done since the 2018 disaster to overhaul Italy's crumbling infrastructure.

Covid-19 1

Could Italy's abandoned villages be revived after the coronavirus outbreak?

SPECIAL REPORT: The government is being urged to help repopulate thousands of "ghost towns" across Italy in order to reduce pressure on crowded cities and prevent future outbreaks of disease.

Economy

Could rebuilding Italy's crumbling roads and bridges save the post-lockdown economy?

Now is the time for Italy to rebuild schools, roads, and bridges, and to invest in the green economy and internet connectivity, experts say.

roads

Two dead after motorway bridge collapses in Italy

An Italian couple were killed on Thursday when a motorway bridge collapsed on top of their car, police said, as debate sparked over the reasons for the second tragedy of its kind in just over four months.

investment

Italy confirms plan to join China-led bank

UPDATED: Italy’s Ministry of Economy and Finance has confirmed the country’s intention to become a member of the China-led Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB), despite pressure from the US on its western allies not to join.