The European Commission has approved Italy's state aid scheme (SA.119508) for direct grants to support Alpine rail services. The scheme's primary objective is the coordination of transport, and it is classified as a scheme under the legislative sector of competition law. The decision not to raise objections was made on March 16, 2026, and the scheme is authorized to run until December 31, 2027.

This approval signifies that Italy can proceed with implementing this aid scheme. Transportation companies operating Alpine rail services may be eligible for direct grant aid under this approved framework. Compliance officers should review the specific eligibility criteria and application processes once detailed by the Italian authorities to ensure adherence to the scheme's terms and conditions, particularly concerning the duration of the aid until the end of 2027.