AV/AC Naples–Bari Line: Archaeological Discoveries Along the Telese-Vitulano Section

During the construction of the Telese-Vitulano section of the new AV/AC Naples–Bari railway line, being carried out by Ghella in partnership with Itinera and SALCEF, significant archaeological finds have emerged. Excavations have uncovered a Hellenistic-Roman sanctuary in the municipality of Ponte, rich in votive offerings, and a Roman villa in Solopaca, providing new insights into ancient settlements in the area.

The discoveries, presented yesterday at Naples Afragola Station in the presence of representatives from Gruppo FS and the relevant Superintendencies, highlight the importance of collaboration between engineers, archaeologists, and institutions in balancing infrastructure development with the preservation of cultural heritage.

In addition to its involvement in the Telese-Vitulano section, Ghella is also engaged in the construction of two other sections: Cancello-Frasso Telesino and Frasso Telesino-Telese. These projects are part of the broader Naples–Bari railway enhancement, a strategic infrastructure initiative enabling the integration of the Southern Italian railway infrastructure with the “Scandinavia Mediterranean” Core Corridor. The main objective is to speed up the current link and improve service accessibility in the areas covered, benefiting both national long – distance services and regional and freight services.