Hitachi to build trains for Turin’s new Metro Line 2

A major step forward has been taken in the development of Turin’s future Metro Line 2, as Japanese multinational Hitachi has been selected to manufacture the system’s trains. The contract, awarded in December 2025, marks a significant international partnership for one of the city’s most important infrastructure projects.

During an institutional visit to Japan, Turin’s mayor Stefano Lo Russo met with top executives from the company in Tokyo. The meetings took place alongside major international events, including SusHi Tech Tokyo and the G-NETS Leaders Summit, providing an opportunity to strengthen ties and discuss the progress of the metro project.

The mayor held talks with Toshiaki Higashihara, Executive Chairman and Representative Executive Officer of Hitachi, as well as Giuseppe Marino, CEO of Hitachi Rail. The discussions focused on the company’s role in delivering the trains and broader system components for the new metro line.

The contract has been awarded to a consortium led by Hitachi Rail STS, in partnership with Hitachi Rail GTS Italia and Bonifica, with a total value of €481.6 million. The agreement covers not only the supply of trains but also the design and implementation of key system infrastructure. During the meeting, Hitachi presented its global activities across multiple sectors, highlighting its expertise in rail transport and large-scale infrastructure. Particular attention was given to the technical and operational aspects of Metro Line 2, including system design, construction, and train delivery.

Mayor Lo Russo emphasized the strategic importance of the project for Turin. He described the visit as a valuable opportunity to engage directly with the company’s leadership and to address critical challenges and priorities with the metro’s development. “This visit was an important moment for dialogue and exchange – the mayor stated – especially to deepen our understanding of the work ahead on Metro Line 2, a strategic project for the city. We outlined to the contractor the key challenges and priorities tied to what is the most significant infrastructure project for this administration”.