FS Group has signed a strategic partnership with Certares aimed at strengthening its international high-speed rail operations, with an initial focus on Trenitalia France. The agreement includes the creation of a joint venture and an investment in Trenitalia France to accelerate growth and support a €1 billion investment plan across France and the United Kingdom.
Headquartered in Paris, Trenitalia France operates high-speed services on the Paris–Lyon and Paris–Marseille routes, as well as the cross-border Paris–Milan line. Since launching operations, the company has carried more than 4.7 million passengers and achieved industry-leading customer satisfaction levels. The operator plans to further expand its network, including entry onto the Paris–London route and the launch of additional cross-border services.
The new investment will be used to consolidate Trenitalia France’s position as the second-largest high-speed rail operator in France. Key initiatives include expanding the fleet to at least 19 trainsets, developing a new maintenance facility near Paris, increasing service frequencies on core routes, creating hundreds of new jobs, and continuing investments in technology, branding, and marketing. Expansion into the UK market via the Paris–London corridor is targeted for 2029.
The partnership is expected to accelerate the adoption of rail travel across Europe for both corporate and leisure passengers. By working with Certares’ travel distribution portfolio, Trenitalia France aims to position high-speed rail as a sustainable, efficient alternative to air travel, offering city-centre connectivity, onboard comfort, reliable Wi-Fi, and improved productivity.
Aligned with FS Group’s 2025–2029 Strategic Plan, the agreement supports the international growth of FS International, which currently generates around €3 billion in net revenues and employs approximately 12,000 people outside Italy.
