Disused Aerodromes to be Redeveloped into Vertiports in Northern Italy

Three initial vertiport launch locations have been identified in Northern Italy as part of the BAI Energy strategic vision to transform underutilised Italian airfields into Advanced Air Mobility Hubs By Joe Macey / 06 Aug 2024
BAI Energy Selects Urban-Air Port to Transform Aviation Infrastructure in Italy
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Urban-Air Port and BAI Energy are looking to modernize aviation infrastructure in Italy with the initial redevelopment of a trio of disused aerodromes to support the rollout of vertiports.

Starting in Northern Italy, the Phase 1 first three locations under negotiations are in Venice, Piedmont and Trieste. This relationship marks a significant step in BAI’s ability to execute on its strategic vision.

This collaboration will provide BAI access to Urban-Air Port (UAP) technology and services, including design, planning, infrastructure-supply and ability to leverage UAP’s cutting-edge proprietary solutions to equip aerodromes with state-of-the-art facilities and systems. The venture will benefit from strategic guidance from UAP’s worlds class team to navigate the complexities of integrating advanced air mobility infrastructure into these locations, and develop robust operational and financial plans by utilising UAP’s proprietary, business modelling tools to enhance efficiency and support investment and growth.

Supported by Invest Italia and the UK Foreign Commonwealth & Development Office, BAI & UAP are already working to identify further complementary sites for Phase 2 that will form the basis of a fully connected network supporting passenger and cargo flights.  BAI and UAP are currently in discussions with a number of preferred eVTOL manufacturers and operators.

Nathaniel Milner, CEO of BAI Energy, said; “We’re thrilled to join forces with Urban-Air Port on an exclusive basis to transform underutilised aerodromes into state-of-the-art hubs for urban air mobility across these first three locations. Their vertiport solution is the most advanced we have seen and we have been very impressed by their approach, technical and commercial expertise – which perfectly aligns with our own goals when it comes to modernising and electrifying Italy’s transportation infrastructure.”

Andrea Wu, CEO of Urban-Air Port, said; “We’re delighted that BAI Energy have chosen us to join them on this ground breaking & realistic approach to integrating advanced air mobility into this stunning region. Our modular vertiports are unrivalled and designed to integrate seamlessly into a variety of natural and built environments – that’s been our approach from the very beginning – a solution that is designed to fit in, and we can’t wait to get started in Italy.”

Ricky Sandhu, Founder of Urban-Air Port, said; “This is an exciting opportunity to revitalise underutilised aerodromes with potential to transform them into world class multi-modal vertiports – providing a new dimension of connectivity across this challenging Northern Italy geography. Northern Italy is just the beginning.”

Under the agreement, BAI has granted UAP the first right of refusal on any vertiport development and plans to work exclusively with them on these projects.

The collaboration between BAI and UAP is expected to set a new benchmark in urban air mobility and infrastructure development, starting in Northern Italy and then expanding to other regions – shaping and building a new era of air travel. UAP’s first overseas office in the EU is currently supporting BAI in the ongoing discussions with the local governments across the launch regions of Venice, Piedmont and Trieste. 

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