Italy takes the wheel in Europe’s road strategies

Claudio Andrea Gemme from Anas joins CEDR’s Governing Board: driving innovation, safety, and sustainability in European mobility

Italy secures a strategic role in Europe’s infrastructure leadership

Claudio Andrea Gemme, CEO of Anas (FS Italiane Group), has officially joined the Governing Board of CEDR(Conference of European Directors of Roads), the most strategic body in the EU for road infrastructure policy.

Established in 2003 in Brussels following an Italian initiative, CEDR brings together top executives from European road authorities to steer future mobility through a strategic, sustainable and integrated lens.

A European platform for infrastructure innovation

The Governing Board plays a key role in shaping strategy, overseeing a three-year plan driven by nine Working Groups, which focus on:

• Joint studies and innovation projects
• Technical and networking events
• Scientific workshops and seminars
• Benchmarking publications and best practices

The current plan, running from 2025 to 2027, emphasizes innovation, efficiency, and sustainability.

Bridging Italy with the EU’s mobility vision

“Italy’s participation in CEDR is crucial to sharing technical knowledge, aligning key mobility strategies with EU partners and influencing European transport policies,” said Claudio Andrea Gemme.

Anas ensures strong national representation in CEDR through active involvement of its senior officials and engineersacross working groups.

What does it mean for people and businesses?

Italy’s presence on the CEDR board strengthens its hand in addressing:

• Smooth and efficient mobility for end users
• Enhanced road safety through cutting-edge technology
• Optimized resource use via intelligent infrastructure
• Reduced environmental impact of road networks

It also increases Italy’s chances to tap into EU infrastructure funding for key national projects.

Claudio Andrea Gemme’s appointment brings Italy back to the forefront of European road infrastructure governance. His contribution promises expertise, vision and influence over critical EU decisions in a time of green and digital transition for mobility.