Intesa Sanpaolo supports Italo’s high-speed rail growth plans

Italo high-speed train seen from above as it travels through a green landscape

1 July 2026

Intesa Sanpaolo, through its IMI Corporate & Investment Banking Division, supported Italo in its 2026 refinancing transaction.

Owned by MSC - Mediterranean Shipping Company Group, BlackRock - Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP) and Allianz, Italo is one of the largest private high-speed rail operators in Europe, with a sustainable fleet of 51 fully electric trains.

This new financing package will support Italo’s growth plans in the Italian market, providing the Company with long-term financial stability and flexibility to fund its future expansion, starting with the acquisition of 12 new Alstom Avelia high-speed passenger trains already on order.

In this landmark transaction, the IMI CIB Division acted as Rating and Debt Co-Advisor, Joint Placement Agent, Bookrunner, Mandated Lead Arranger and Hedging Bank.

Intesa Sanpaolo, led by CEO Carlo Messina, continues to be a strategic partner for companies investing in sustainable growth and in the development of key infrastructure for Italy.

Photo courtesy of Mediateca Italo

Last updated 1 July 2026 at 13:24:49