Autostrada del Brennero

What Autostrada del Brennero does

Autostrada del Brennero S.p.A. is an Italian motorway concession company that designs, builds, and operates the A22 Brenner Motorway, a ~314 km Alpine corridor connecting Brenner Pass (Italy-Austria border) to Campogalliano near Modena. Founded in 1959 and headquartered in Trento, the company is a private S.p.A. (Italian joint-stock company) operating under a concession from the Italian Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport. It serves two principal customer segments: individual drivers/commuters (subscribed via Brennerpass, Urban Pass Bozen, Urban Pass Trento, and 30% motorcycle discount programs) and freight/haulage operators using the corridor as a key north-south Alpine freight route, including refrigerated and intermodal cargo. The company is also developing into a heavy-vehicle electrification hub.

The operating platform combines toll collection (manual gates, automatic lanes, electronic devices including Telepass, Axxès, DKV, UnipolTech, TollTickets), a 22-service-area network with fuel, food, and rest facilities spaced ~30 km apart, 8 dedicated HGV parking areas, and 15 EV charging stations with 75 parking spaces spanning AC (22 kW), DC (50 kW), ultra-fast (150 kW), CCS (600 kW) and MCS (1 MW) connectors. Recent technology investments include Italy's first 1MW MCS station for electric heavy vehicles at Bolzano Sud/Firmian (May 2025, in partnership with Alpitronic), refrigerated-truck charging at three locations, satellite-based structural monitoring (which extended Colle Isarco tunnel life by 50 years), and the 5GBEAM 5G digital motorway project launched April 2026. The company also operates the Plessi Museum at Brenner Pass — the first Italian museum built on a motorway — and an Euregio cultural partnership spanning Tyrol, South Tyrol, and Trentino.

The business model is a hybrid concession and adjacent-services operator. Primary revenue is per-kilometer tolls across five vehicle classes, supplemented by sub-concession fees from catering and fuel operators at service areas (awarded via public tender), direct CPO revenue from EV charging, service-center transaction fees, and parking/facility fees from HGV rest areas. EV charging is priced materially below national averages (€0.33-0.43/kWh vs €0.40-0.80/kWh), supporting volume-led monetization of the green-corridor strategy. Distribution is direct-to-customer via toll gates, service areas, six physical Service Centers (Bressanone, Bolzano Sud, Trento Nord, Affi, Mantova Nord, Carpi), a 24/7 customer assistance center, the RevCharge mobile app, and the @A22autostradaBot Telegram channel.

Name

Autostrada del Brennero

Legal name

Autostrada del Brennero S.p.A.

Website

https://autobrennero.it

Company type

Private

Founded year

1959

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Autostrada del Brennero S.p.A. operates the ~314 km A22 Brenner Motorway under an Italian concession, serving individual commuters, travelers, and freight hauliers on the Italy-Austria corridor. It monetizes via tolls, 22 service areas, and a 15-station EV charging network including Italy's first 1MW MCS heavy-vehicle charger.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Toll Road Infrastructure

SIC

Transportation Services (4700)

akta.pro primary industry

Managed Services & Operations Outsourcing for Tolling/RUC Programs (TLAJABAL)

Keywords

• Toll road operations
• Motorway concession services
• Electric vehicle charging
• Highway infrastructure management
• Heavy goods vehicle parking

Headquarters

HQ city

Trento

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Infrastructure, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Toll collection (Pedaggio): Revenue from tolls charged to users of the A22 motorway (cars, trucks, motorcycles). Tolls are calculated based on kilometers traveled multiplied by the unit tariff corresponding to the vehicle class (5 classes based on axle-vehicle dimensions system). Toll gates have manual lanes with operators and automatic lanes (including GO-BOX/Sanpaghetti).
2. Service area concessions: Revenue from sub-concessions for catering and fuel distribution services at the 22 service areas (11 per direction, approximately 30 km apart). Management of catering (non-oil) and fuel distribution (oil) services is awarded through public tender procedures.
3. Electric vehicle charging services: Directly managed electric charging services at service areas and parking areas for heavy vehicles. Revenue from ultra-fast, DC, and AC charging at prices significantly below national averages.
4. Service center fees: Revenue from managing service centers (Bressanone, Bolzano Sud, Trento Nord, Affi, Mantova Nord, Carpi) that handle toll payments, Viacard, electronic toll devices, refunds, invoicing, and toll exemptions (e.g., Brennerpass, Urban Pass programs).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

Autostrada del Brennero operates the A22 Brenner Motorway, a 314 km toll road connecting the Brenner Pass (Italy-Austria border) to Modena in northern Italy. As concession holder, it collects tolls from vehicles across five vehicle classes, manages 22 service areas with fuel, food and amenities, 8 dedicated HGV parking areas, and 6 service centers. The company also operates an EV charging network (15 stations, 75 spaces) including Italy's first 1MW Megawatt Charging System for electric heavy vehicles.

Product overview

Autostrada del Brennero S.p.A. operates the A22 Brenner Motorway (314 km from Brenner to Modena) as a 'proximity motorway' serving northern Italy and the Alpine corridor. The core product portfolio centers on the toll collection system (electronic and manual) with 5 vehicle classes, supported by a network of 22 service areas offering fuel, food, and rest facilities. The company provides electric mobility infrastructure with 15 charging stations including ultra-fast 150kW chargers and Italy's first 1MW MCS system for heavy vehicles. Additional products include dedicated HGV parking areas, the unique Plessi Museum motorway attraction, commuter discount programs (Urban Pass, Brennerpass with 20% discount), electronic toll devices (GO-BOX), a Telegram information bot, refrigerated truck charging, de-icing services, and LNG/CNG refueling. The service operates 24/7 with 6 Service Centers and digital information channels including variable message signs, MOVE TV, and Inforadio.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• ReCharge: Electric vehicle charging service operated by A22 along the motorway, with 15 charging stations providing 75 parking spaces
• Urban Pass
• Brennerpass
• Plessi Museum
• 5GBEAM

Products and services

• A22 Motorway Toll System Electronic and manual toll collection system along the 314 km A22 Brenner Motorway connecting Brenner to Modena. Calculates tolls based on kilometers traveled and vehicle class (5 classes based on axle-vehicle dimensions system). Operated via toll gates with manual lanes, automatic lanes, and electronic toll devices (Telepass, GO-BOX).
• 22 Service Areas along A22 Network of 22 service areas (11 per direction, approximately 30 km apart) operating 24 hours, offering fuel stations, restaurants, cafes, shops, electric charging, toilets, disabled facilities, Wi-Fi, baby rooms, and rest facilities for travelers along the A22.
• HGV Parking Areas Dedicated parking areas for heavy goods vehicles (trucks) located at service areas and five dedicated truck parks (Sadobre, Casa Lupo, Firmian, Trento Nord Interport, Rovereto Sud) providing driver amenities (showers, laundry, toilets), de-icing services, refrigerated truck charging, fuel, food/vending, CCTV surveillance, and ATM.
• Electric Vehicle Charging Network (ReCharge)

Quantifiable outcome

• EV charging prices 30-46% below national averages: AC €0.33/kWh (vs €0.40 national avg), Ultra-fast €0.43/kWh (vs €0.80 national avg)
• +3 more outcomes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.

• Euregio (European Region Tyrol - South Tyrol - Trentino)flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerEuregio is a cross-border collaboration project between Tyrol (Austria), South Tyrol (Italy), and Trentino (Italy). The Plessi Museum at the Brenner Pass hosts the 'Euregio' exhibition featuring works representing the three Euregio regions. The sculpture 'L'anima della natura' (The Soul of Nature) by Fabrizio Plessi was created for Expo 2000 Hannover representing Euregio. The museum is designed as a venue for discussing European values, hosting conferences and cultural/institutional events.
• Telegram (via @A22autostradaBot)coreTechnology or IntegrationTelegram messaging platform hosts the official A22 bot (@A22autostradaBot) providing real-time traffic updates, traffic forecasts, and service information on the Brenner-Modena axis, including EV charging stations and camper areas. Users can share their exact position in emergencies via the bot.
• TelepasscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTelepass is the primary electronic toll collection provider integrated with A22's toll system. Telepass is accepted at all toll gates and is required for discounted programs like Brennerpass (20% commuter reduction), Urban Pass Bozen, and Urban Pass Trento. Multiple Telepass variants available: standard, Twikey, and related to various service providers.
• Axxés Telepedaggio EuropeominorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorElectronic toll service provider for professional transport operators, accepted on the A22 for toll payment and eligible for the Brennerpass commuter discount program.
• DKV Euro ServiceminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorElectronic toll service provider for professional transport operators, accepted on the A22 for toll payment and eligible for the Brennerpass commuter discount program.
• UnipolTechminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorElectronic toll service provider, accepted on the A22 for toll payment. UnipolTech is the service provider for Urban Pass and Brennerpass programs alongside Telepass.
• TollTicketsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorElectronic toll service provider for professional transport operators, accepted on the A22 for toll payment and eligible for the Brennerpass commuter discount program.
• ACI (Automobile Club d'Italia)minorOthersACI provides breakdown/roadside assistance service coordinated with A22's emergency response system. Available 24/7 at 803.816.
• Europ AssistanceminorOthersBreakdown/roadside assistance service coordinated with A22's emergency response system. Available 24/7 at 803.803.
• IMA Automotive ServiceminorOthersBreakdown/roadside assistance service coordinated with A22's emergency response system. Available 24/7 at 800.613.613.
• AlpitroniccoreTechnology or IntegrationAlpitronic is the manufacturer of the Megawatt Charging System (MCS) with 1MW capacity installed at Bolzano Sud/Firmian, the first of its kind in Italy and one of the first in Europe for electric heavy vehicles on the A22.
• Provincial Government of South Tyrol (Autonome Provinz Bozen)flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerAgreement between the Province of South Tyrol and Autostrada del Brennero for the Bozen Urban Pass, allowing free travel on the A22 section between Bolzano Nord and Neumarkt/Auer (extended to Egna/Ora/Termeno from June 2026) for commuters, valid until May 31, 2027.
• Provincial Government of Trentino (Provincia Autonoma di Trento)flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerAgreement between the Province of Trentino and Autostrada del Brennero for the Trento Urban Pass, allowing free travel on the A22 section between Trento Nord and Rovereto Sud for commuters, valid until December 1, 2026.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Broad incumbents

• APRR / AREA (Eiffage): French motorway operator owned by Eiffage, one of Europe's largest toll road groups. Broad incumbent comparable as a mature concessionaire with similar service area model, HGV-focused charging initiatives, and long-tenor concession economics.
• Abertis: One of Europe's largest toll road operators with concessions across Spain, France, Italy, and Latin America. Broad incumbent comparable on tolling model, concession economics, and EV-charging rollout across motorway networks.
• Cofiroute (VINCI Autoroutes): French toll motorway operator within VINCI's autoroutes portfolio. Comparable as a mature European toll concessionaire with multi-decade concessions, electronic tolling infrastructure, and ongoing EV charging deployment.
• ANAS (Gruppo FS Italiane): Italian national road and motorway infrastructure manager within FS Group. Broad incumbent comparable as a state-aligned road operator with adjacent role in motorway concession oversight, infrastructure monitoring, and tolling policy.

Direct peers

• ASTM Group: Second-largest Italian motorway operator managing multiple concessions including A4, A33, and A21. Directly comparable as a domestic toll concessionaire with similar concession-renewal dynamics, service area sub-concessions, and tariff regulation by the Ministry of Infrastructure.
• ASFINAG: Austian national motorway operator that runs the Austrian side of the Brenner corridor (A13 Brenner Autobahn) into Germany. Directly comparable as the cross-border counterpart for Brenner freight traffic and as a toll road operator with similar HGV traffic and Alpine exposure.
• Tangenziale Esterna SpA: Italian regional toll road operator for the A58 Tangenziale Esterna Milano and related arteries. Direct peer as a domestic Italian concession operator with similar sub-concession monetization of service areas and electronic tolling.
• Autostrade per l'Italia (Atlantia / Mundys): Largest Italian toll motorway concessionaire, operating the A1, A4, and other major corridors under a similar concession framework. Directly comparable as a toll road operator with overlapping regulatory regime, tolling technology, and HGV traffic mix.
• Milano Serravalle - Milano Tangenziali: Italian regional toll concessionaire operating Milan's Tangenziale and A7 Serravalle. Direct peer as a domestic Italian toll road operator with comparable tolling infrastructure, service area model, and Milan/regional exposure to the same end customers as the A22.
• Autostrada Pedemontana Lombarda: Italian regional toll motorway (A36, A59, A60) connecting Varese, Como, Bergamo, and Milan. Direct peer as a domestic Italian greenfield toll concessionaire with similar regulatory framework and commuter-discount programs.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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