Looking at the opponents, however, the chances of grabbing sixth place appear slim: on the one hand, Unahotels next Sunday will host a Pistoia already relegated, Trieste receives Sassari safe for a long time and without any ambition. With the discussions for the final placement of the Reggio Emilia team archived, the spotlight is on the top of the standings to understand who could be the challenger of coach Priftis's troops. Openjobmetis beats Trieste of the exes at the end of a beautiful match many exes from Varese in the ranks of the guests Marco Legovich on the home bench and even Matt Brase (coach of the Immarcabili who arrived especially from Philadelphia) in the stands Openjobmetis rediscovers itself…Immarcabile like in the good old days and defeats Trieste in one of the few matches that this year has given smiles to its extraordinary public The fourth-last place is already assured with one day to go and considering how things had gone at a certain point Openjobmetis Varese-Basketball Varese 85-80 Mitrou-Long 6.5: a game with two faces And with 3' to go he gets a technical foul for excessive exultation in front of the Trieste stands Hands 6.5: never like in his case are points weighed he scores 20 but with a 1/11 from 3 and even 0 in the first 20' Assui 7.5: unscrews the strings of Valentine's guitar sending him out of the game (4/11 from the field) he dives for every ball and grabs 7 rebounds including 4 offensive and 2 consecutive in the decisive action More and more possible to leave at the end of the season it will be very hard to keep him in Varese A sensational cleanup (6/12 from the field At the end of the game Masnago cheers him on and he dives into the curve Jim Morrison style Is this the continuation of the love story Akobundu-Ehiogu 7.5: without his alter ego Tyus holds up practically exclusively under the basket In the end he puts in the basket 8 rebounds and 5 blocks A player who at the beginning of the year was little more than a project and who has been able to grow a lot Books 8: the captain has a provincial heart He lights the fuse of the Itelyum Arena and sets the powder alight (16 points in 27' with 5/11 from the field and 3 assists) A symbolic player of this Openjobmetis and Esposito 6: He starts sitting on the bench then Kastritis gives him confidence and he repays him by capturing some good rebounds and making competent defenses Anticevich sv: he gets the satisfaction of his first basket in Serie A Fall sv: he comes in and takes four shots under the basket just to give Kao some minutes Coach Kastritis 8: salvation and this icing on the cake Next year Openjobmetis will start again with him and this summer he will also have the keys to drive the market machine ross 6.5: applauded by the former fans at the presentation on the field he only shows glimpses of the old Colbey MVP but he argues with fouls and is not as decisive as in the good old days He makes his fifth foul with a breakthrough in attack in a decisive action and his old fans say “bye bye” to him as he leaves the field Brown 7.5: he is the bulwark that Trieste clings to terminal in shooting from outside (20 points in 34' with 4/8 from 3 Valentine 4: young Assui has fun and unstrings guitarist Valentine's Fender Stratocaster (almost) never finds a feeling with the basket and throws away 5 balls Uthoff 6.5: he makes up for the sdengs from outside (2/9 from 3) with so much muscle that doesn't add up to statistics but substance A couple of twists from below and little else A difficult season for McD between Türkiye and Trieste Brooks 6: you look at the messes he makes on the field and you think: terrible Then you look at the scoresheet and see 11 "silent" rebounds Candussi 7: Candu leaves his mark in pops and making some quality plays For him 11 points in 14' with a precious 6/6 from free throws and 4 rebounds Coach Christian 5: very angry in the locker room and after the match he never managed to find a way to turn the keys in the Trieste painting email and website in this browser for the next time I comment RE-BASKET 2000 REGGIO EMILIA: Starry 2, Frediani 2, Alberione 24, Paparella no, Porfilio 5, Longangani 20, Digno 7, Martelli no, Obayagbona no, Codeluppi 5, Lusetti 10. Coach Baroni. JADRAN TRIESTE: Batich 13, Ban 11, Demarchi 13, De Petris, Jakin 2, Gobbato 2, Malalan, Karapetrovic 6, Bedesic 8, Milisavljevic 7. All. Vatovec. Referees: Invernizzi from Pavia and Brambilla from Monza Brianza. SPAL (3-5-2): Galeotti (1' st Meneghetti); Arena (1' st Calapai), Nador (24' st Bruscagin), Bassoli (24' st Iglio); Zammarini (1' st Bidaoui), Paghera (1' st Haoudi), El Kaddouri (1' st Radrezza), Awua (1' st Nina), D'Orazio (1' st Ntenda); Karlsson (1' st Rao), Antenucci (1' st Molina). Subs: Fiordaliso, Mignanelli, Parigini, Spini. Coach Baldini TRIESTINA (4-3-1-2): Roos (1' st Mastrantonio); Jonsson (11' st Bijleveld), Bianconi (40' st Palma), Silvestri (1' st Frare), Tonetto (40' st Guillen Gamboa); Braima (40' st Bortolussi), Correia (1' st Cortinovis), Ionita (11' st Fiordilino), Voca (40' st Baricchio); Vertainen (30' st Kosijer), Udoh (11' st Strizzolo). Subs: Malusà. Coach Tesser Markers: 9' pt and 33' pt Udoh, 42' st Cortinovis Editor’s Note: This article originally appeared in Limes in Italian and is reprinted here in English with the permission of the publisher The article has been edited for style and clarity All roads lead to Rome, the old saying goes. But in Italy’s twenty-first-century strategic ambitions, the roads now converge on a rather different city: Trieste Meloni repeatedly emphasized the unique “peninsular partnership” between India and Italy tracing it back four millennia as two peninsular nations situated at the crossroads of the Indian Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea is more than a rhetorical flourish—it reflects the strategic import of Italy’s natural maritime assets as Italy’s twin maritime hubs—Genoa on the west coast and Trieste on the east—serve both as the country’s dual gateways to the Transatlantic and Indo-Mediterranean economies and physically embody Rome’s twenty-first-century strategy: connecting past grandeur to future global aspirations anchors its burgeoning trade and commerce with the Americas serves as Europe’s most strategically positioned southern maritime gateway for economic and academic engagement with the Indo-Mediterranean region No other Mediterranean port is better suited to connect the industrial heartland of Europe from Bern to Budapest and from Berlin to Belgrade and political orientation—to be a lead actor in the revival of the historic integration of Indo-European economies establishing itself as Europe’s front-line state for Indo-Mediterranean trade and commerce The importance of what is happening cannot be understated: we are witnessing the revival of the Golden Road Trieste stands out as a true European entrepôt serving South-Central Europe much as Rotterdam serves North-Central Europe This revival is not merely about trade routes or economic corridors; it is the rekindling of a legacy that once shaped civilizations setting the stage for not just a new chapter in Indo-European relations but global geoeconomics was but one of many goods that moved along the routes linking India to the Mediterranean world bringing these half-forgotten connections back to life It is essential that facts such as these are put in proper context While most Italians—and Westerners more broadly—are well-versed in the influence and grandeur of ancient Greece and Rome far fewer are familiar with the equally profound historical significance of India and its enduring cultural reach much like ancient Greece’s influence on Rome and Europe was a cultural powerhouse whose impact stretched from Central Asia to Southeast Asia This vast “Indosphere,” spanning roughly 250 AD to 1200 AD Sanskrit served as the lingua franca of this era leaving its imprint in place names such as Balkh (Sanskrit: Bahlika) and Singapore (Sanskrit: Simhapura) The famed Nalanda University in eastern India rivaled Alexandria as a center of learning attracting scholars from across the Indosphere and beyond the Chinese Buddhist monk Xuanzang observed that “people generally designate the land they most admire as India.” By contrast the contemporary “Sinosphere” of that time was largely confined to Korea It was this cultural and intellectual force that the Golden Road carried across the Indo-Mediterranean Arab intermediaries famously transmitted Indian science and mathematics to the Mediterranean world Fibonacci—Leonardo of Pisa—introduced these innovations to Europe in his seminal Liber Abaci (Book of Calculations) popularizing “Arabic numerals” while noting their origins in “the nine figures of India,” along with the concept of the number zero was not limited to the flow of ideas—it also facilitated the vibrant trade of goods and commodities that defined the era They sailed across the Red Sea to Egypt and the Mediterranean and across the Persian Gulf towards Mesopotamia and the Levant The trade winds were particularly favorable for Indian sailors to reach Egypt in early summer and return home by late summer or early autumn These same monsoon winds propelled Indian maritime trade across a vast expanse a maritime superhighway connecting civilizations from the two ends of the Asia-Europe continents The integration of Egypt into the Roman Empire after the Battle of Actium in 31 AD catalyzed a nearly sixfold increase in Indo-Mediterranean trade through the Red Sea The Greek geographer Strabo recorded that around this time approximately 120 ships sailed annually from the Red Sea port of Myos Hormos to India the port of Berenike had replaced Myos Hormos as the primary Red Sea entrepôt for this thriving trade network As the Western Roman Empire declined in the fifth century AD The rise of Byzantine and Persian powers redirected commerce while the advent of Islamic caliphates later transformed the networks into an Islam-dominated maritime system India’s centrality to the region’s economic and cultural life endured it was the English colonization of the Indian subcontinent its subsequent partition on the eve of independence and decades of unrest across the Middle East that disrupted this ancient and prosperous network These events marked an unnatural interlude in one of the world’s oldest trade routes this ancient corridor is being revived by a confluence of geopolitical and economic factors A new India and a transforming Middle East appear committed to restoring their old historic legacy This transformation has been driven by a combination of demographic advantage It incorporates ship-road-railway networks making the Indo-Mediterranean a critical axis in global commerce the Suez Canal remains the central artery for the Indo-Mediterranean trade IMEC proposes to augment it through road and rail infrastructure spanning the Arabian Peninsula linking ports on the Persian Gulf and the Red Sea to the Mediterranean through Haifa in Israel and Italy—are well positioned to anchor and drive this New Golden Road and Trieste serve as the key port cities and logistical engines for this resurgent historic trade network As the western anchor of India’s quadrilateral trade and transit corridor (Mumbai–Delhi–Kolkata–Chennai) to the historic spice port of Kochi along the Malabar Coast historically a trading post between India and Persia has leveraged its geography and polity to become the region’s foremost trade hub Dubai’s financial and logistical strength underpins the growth of ports across the region Dubai Ports World operates as a leading port authority across the region while Dubai invests heavily in its shipyards to produce vessels for Indian Ocean states Dubai is also well-positioned to facilitate trade with Central Asia and Africa further enhancing the region’s interconnectedness This significance demands closer attention as Trieste’s resurgence may define the future of European engagement with the Indo-Mediterranean world Trieste occupies a singular position on the European map lying at the crossroads of three major geographic and cultural regions representing the Latin world and providing access to Mediterranean commerce and a shared cultural heritage stretching from Iberia to the Americas To its southeast stretches the Balkan Peninsula a region defined by Slavic nations and marked by enduring influences from the Ottoman and Byzantine empires where Middle Eastern and Turkish cultural currents are most keenly felt To its north and northeast lies Mitteleuropa the Germanic-influenced heartland of Central Europe and historical ties to the Habsburg monarchy This unique intersection places Trieste at the geographic and geopolitical center of Europe Such a location is thus ideal for a port city strategically positioned at the northernmost point of the Adriatic Sea It commands access to the Mediterranean while serving as the primary maritime outlet for the inland regions of Central Europe Its proximity to key overland routes linking the Adriatic to the Danube basin and beyond has long made it a natural hub for trade and communication Trieste connects vast hinterlands to global maritime routes and cultures between Europe and the broader world The city’s sheltered harbor and deep waters further enhance its suitability as a logistical and commercial nexus making it a keystone in any power’s strategy for controlling Though Trieste’s history stretches back to antiquity its rise to prominence as a major port began in earnest in 1719 when it was designated a free port by the Holy Roman Emperor Charles VI This status exempted the city from customs duties transforming it into a magnet for traders and merchants from across the Mediterranean and beyond Trieste rapidly evolved into a bustling hub of commerce and Jewish communities who contributed to its cosmopolitan character the city boasts the second-largest synagogue in Europe Trieste had surpassed Venice as the dominant port of the northern Adriatic While Venice’s influence waned with the decline of its maritime empire Trieste thrived under the Habsburgs’ protection and economic statecraft The city became the headquarters for major shipping enterprises such as the Lloyd Triestino from textiles and timber to coffee and spices cementing its role as the primary gateway for the empire’s exports and imports Trieste exemplified the Habsburg model of leveraging economic pragmatism and multiculturalism to foster prosperity making it an indispensable asset for one of Europe’s great powers began to waver following the collapse of the Austro-Hungarian Empire at the end of World War I Transferred to Italy under the Treaty of Saint-Germain in 1919 the city lost not only its political patronage but also much of its economic hinterland as newly independent Central European nations The interwar period further strained the city’s economy as rising nationalist tensions and the global economic downturn constrained its ability to serve as a thriving hub for regional commerce World War II and the subsequent redrawing of Europe’s borders compounded the damage culminating in the Cold War’s division of Europe The Iron Curtain effectively cut Trieste off from its traditional trade partners to the north and east Genoa emerged as Italy’s dominant port due to its geographic orientation and historical role in transatlantic trade Genoa became the natural gateway for Italian exports and imports to and from the Americas aligning with the geopolitical and economic priorities of the Cold War Its integration into Italy’s national economy further cemented its status as the country’s principal port catering to domestic industries and maritime trade routes favored by Italy’s postwar allies Trieste’s location—optimized for linking Central Europe to the Mediterranean—left it underutilized in a world increasingly shaped by Atlantic-focused trade and Italian domestic considerations This economic and political dynamic left Trieste which thrives as a gateway to Mitteleuropa with a diminished role in both national and international commerce during much of the twentieth century the value of industrial output in Central Europe exceeded €350 billion highlighting the area’s rising economic clout​ and demonstrating growth that outpaces Western Europe’s rate of growth to offer unparalleled Mediterranean connectivity for industrial Europe It is a lifeline for landlocked Eastern European nations seeking access to global markets to realize their economic potential This deepening reliance on Trieste by Austria, Czechia, and other Central European nations reflects a broader trend: the recognition of infrastructure and connectivity as critical drivers of economic integration. This growing need for improved transport and energy links has brought the Polish-led Three Seas Initiative (3SI) to the forefront of regional strategy Encompassing thirteen EU member states between the Baltic the initiative aims to bolster north-south infrastructure and digital networks across Central and Eastern Europe fostering economic growth and resilience in the face of rising geopolitical pressures Trieste is uniquely positioned to serve as the Adriatic anchor for this ambitious project As one of Europe’s most strategically located ports Trieste provides a vital maritime outlet for the landlocked nations of the Three Seas region It is integrated into four Trans-European Transport Network (TEN-T) corridors: the Baltic-Adriatic corridor (linking Trieste to the Polish Baltic ports of Gdansk and Gdynia) the Mediterranean corridor (connecting Spain to Hungary and Romania) the Rhine-Alpine corridor (spanning the Netherlands to Italy) and the Scandinavian-Mediterranean corridor (extending from Sweden to Italy) it serves as the primary port for oil imports destined for Munich and Belgrade while receiving 70 percent of Turkey’s exports to Europe All this enhances Trieste’s role as a logistical hub connecting the Adriatic with Central and Eastern Europe in linking the dynamic industrial economies of the Three Seas region to global markets includes reducing reliance on external powers like Russia for energy and creating robust regional alternatives to Chinese-led infrastructure projects Trieste’s port facilities and rail connections complement these goals As a gateway to Europe’s industrial heartland the city is well-positioned to handle growing trade volumes stemming from increased cooperation within the 3SI Hungary’s significant investment in a Trieste terminal exemplifies the kind of collaboration the initiative seeks to promote with member nations pooling resources to create infrastructure that benefits the entire region This highlights another important reality: Trieste’s importance extends beyond economic considerations It is increasingly relevant to NATO’s forward deployment posture necessitating reliable military mobilization corridors along its eastern flank As global trade relies on secure strategic ports adopted in response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine underscores the urgent need to improve connectivity between its strategic ports on the Baltic (Gdansk) Trieste’s economic hinterland aligns closely with the Danube watershed positioning it as a crucial link between the Adriatic and the Black Sea flows west to east across this hinterland and has the potential to rival—or even surpass—the Rhine as a major transport artery Mobilizing the Danube as a robust economic and security corridor should be a European priority not only for sound economic reasons but also as a strategic measure to ensure European access to the Black Sea which is increasingly under threat of becoming a Russian lake Trieste’s renewed importance reflects a broader trend: the future of Central and Eastern Europe is increasingly tied to its ability to access global markets efficiently and to be capable of strategic resilience given a changing threat environment As the “one true European port on the Mediterranean,” Trieste is not only reconnecting with its historical hinterland but also emerging as a vital player in Europe’s economic and strategic future among the array of prominent national port cities of the North Mediterranean—from Piraeus to Genoa from Marseilles to Barcelona—can lay claim to be constitutionally a European free port it is best situated to access the European industrial heartland across Switzerland it was and remains the main marine gateway of the old Austro-Hungarian empire has made the city a cultural melting pot of Italian and Greek people and traditions—a true microcosm of Europe Moreover, Trieste’s claim as the “one true European port on the Mediterranean,” the entrepôt for the New Golden Road, is further bolstered by its reputation as a city of knowledge and science. The free port hosts more than thirty advanced scientific research institutes, boasting the highest density of researchers in Europe provide a robust foundation for the city to grow into one of Europe’s premier research hubs for applied science and technology the Golden Road facilitated the exchange of Indian science and mathematics with the Middle East and Europe science and technology exchanges along the New Golden Road are poised to play an even more transformative role one must think more broadly than just Trieste; a city is only as strong as the region surrounding it Trieste thus has both the opportunity and obligation to not only serve its economic hinterland but also to catalyze the development of its sister Adriatic ports By fostering a rich network of interconnected ports along the Adriatic Trieste can amplify its role as the European anchor of the New Golden Road advancing both Italian and broader European interests With this important future rapidly approaching Trieste’s industry and political leaders are readily preparing the free port for a more pronounced role in European and world maritime trade and commerce The city’s port is undergoing significant expansion supported by investments from Europe’s leading trade and logistics companies including the Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) These developments include the deployment of state-of-the-art technology to handle diverse cargo types—containers Trieste already ranks as the leading Mediterranean oil port the annual number of trains handled by the port is expected to increase from 10,000 to over 25,000 In both substantive and symbolic terms then Trieste stands as a testament to the European project and connectivity that define the continent’s aspirations As a European terminus of the New Golden Road it bridges the Indo-Mediterranean economies with that of Europe serving both as a logistical powerhouse and a beacon of integration Trieste’s strategic importance extends beyond European ambitions In an era marked by the resurgence of great power competition the city’s pivotal role has once again attracted the attention of the United States which increasingly views Trieste as a vital asset in the contest for influence across Europe Washington’s interest in a strong and resilient Europe capable of contributing more to its own defense and bolstering its economic stability A robust eastern front—both in defense capabilities and economic dynamism—is essential for achieving America’s broader goal of fostering a Europe that can carry its weight as a key partner against shared adversaries The European Union and its forward-looking member states share a similar vision Strengthening the cohesion of newer eastern members within the European project and expanding military capabilities are high priorities for the new European Commission The potential integration of Ukraine into the EU alongside improved infrastructure connectivity will bring heightened urgency and focus to Eastern Europe The commission’s composition underscores this commitment and international partnership portfolios represented by commissioners from Central A strong and resilient Eastern Europe serves not only as a gateway to the Indo-Pacific and Central Asia but also to North and East Africa It should enhance defense preparedness and economic resilience from Finland to Romania linking the region to the thriving economies of India and the Middle East This effort needs to weave the connectivity of the Baltic and Adriatic seas into a cohesive network that strengthens European defenses and drives economic integration all while reinvigorating the Indo-Mediterranean trade network—the New Golden Road would rival and exceed China’s mercantilist Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) in scope and impact and Australia—the Indo-Pacific Quad partners of the United States—would enthusiastically support such a transatlantic push to link the Indo-Pacific and transatlantic theaters through a resilient Indo-Mediterranean bridge This vision requires a key lynchpin: Trieste the New Golden Road cannot achieve its full potential in efficiency has served as Europe’s maritime gateway to the Indo-Mediterranean trade it holds even greater significance as Europe seeks to restore security and economic stability along its eastern front Trieste is essential for granting Central and Eastern European nations critical access to the sea enabling them to fulfill their economic and security aspirations the prominence of Trieste’s free port will only grow in importance across capitals on both sides of the Atlantic and throughout the Indo-Mediterranean region once a forgotten outpost during the Cold War is now poised to play a central role in the revival of the Golden Road and catalyze both Central-Eastern Europe and the Indo-Mediterranean economies Its role is of particular importance to the Danube region which has historically served as a keystone for European stability and integration The concept of a “keystone”—a vital element that holds together broader structures—perfectly encapsulates Trieste’s potential one could argue that Trieste is not merely a gateway but the keystone of the European project bridging regions and enabling prosperity through connectivity The city’s rich cultural tapestry and unique confluence of influences further reinforce its symbolic importance Few cities embody Europe’s spirit of interconnectedness quite like Trieste It is a city where Italian elegance brushes shoulders with Slavic resilience and Germanic industry Its grand boulevards whisper of Habsburg opulence while its bustling port hums with the echoes of Venetian traders and Ottoman merchants Trieste’s historical legacy is not merely a patchwork but a living mosaic each piece contributing to the city’s identity as a place where boundaries dissolve and cultures converge It is this amalgamation of identities that makes Trieste a microcosm of the European project—a continent striving to harmonize unity and diversity with progress and tradition But Trieste is more than just a reflection of Europe’s past; it is a mirror for its aspirations In its streets and harbors lies the promise of what Europe can achieve when it embraces collaboration over fragmentation and the joining of tradition and ambition realizing Trieste’s potential—as a geoeconomic keystone and as a beacon of Europe’s future—requires robust support at multiple levels The strategic importance of Trieste has not gone unnoticed and the Chinese Communist Party has tried to enroll it in its Belt and Road Initiative the advantage of not possessing any past.” the Habsburg government launched an Austro-American shipping line to ferry immigrants to the promise of America American negotiators at Versailles sought to secure Trieste as a free city to preserve its historic role as a marine gateway for Central Europe This vision reemerged after World War II when the city was administered as a Free Territory under Allied protection from 1947 to 1954 Trieste substantially benefitted from the European Recovery Program (Marshall Plan) importing over a million tons of goods annually from the United States during the 1950s the Iron Curtain cut Trieste off from its Central European hinterland The American consulate downgraded to a consular agency in 1986 and closed in 2006 the integration of Eastern Europe into the market economy and the accession of several of them to NATO reinvigorated its economic hinterland Trieste’s continued ascendancy as a port of strategic interest may very well persuade Washington to reopen its consulate in the free port in the near future to convey once again American interest both in substance and symbolism while the United States can provide valuable support to renew Trieste in the context of the New Gold Road improving rail and diplomatic links to Central Europe and fostering partnerships with European industry are critical to ensuring Trieste’s future success One particularly symbolic step would be to host a major international summit in Trieste to announce its new dawn and Indo-Mediterranean statesmen and industry champions By focusing on its role as Europe’s keystone in the IMEC the summit would spotlight Trieste’s strategic importance and cement the Trieste-Dubai-Mumbai strategic alignment catalyzing investment and collaboration across the three cities It is thus apt that organizing and hosting such a summit would fall well within the spirit of Trieste Through the tribulations of history and the fluctuating attention of American the entrepreneurial spirit of Triestinos has remained steadfast drives the regional president to actively promote investment in the city and region It also inspires the city’s intrepid business families to collaborate on initiatives like the Trieste-Mumbai-Dubai partnership joined Ferdinand de Lesseps in the grand project to construct the Suez Canal he wasn’t just a financier—he was a visionary Revoltella understood that the canal would revolutionize global trade transforming Trieste into a linchpin between Europe and the vast markets of Asia and Africa As vice president of the Suez Canal Company and a benefactor to the project his legacy is a living reminder of Trieste’s entrepreneurial spirit and historic significance in Indo-Mediterranean trade history is offering Trieste a chance to reprise its role as a strategic hub of connectivity And it is Revoltella’s spiritual heirs—the business and political leaders of Trieste—who carry on his legacy working to reinvigorate the New Golden Road and establish Trieste as a keystone in connecting Central-Eastern Europe to the Indo-Mediterranean the echoes of its past are shaping a promising future Kaush Arha is president of the Free & Open Indo-Pacific Forum and a nonresident senior fellow at the Atlantic Council and the Krach Institute for Tech Diplomacy at Purdue Carlos Roa is a Visiting Fellow and Director of the Keystone Initiative at the Danube Institute and an Associate Washington Fellow at the Institute for Peace and Diplomacy He is the former executive editor of The National Interest and remains a contributing editor of that publication Image: Andrew Mayovskyy / Shutterstock.com Stay in the know with The National Interest newsletter © Copyright 2025 Center for the National Interest We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience We use cookies to help you navigate efficiently and perform certain functions You will find detailed information about all cookies under each consent category below The cookies that are categorised as "Necessary" are stored on your browser as they are essential for enabling the basic functionalities of the site We also use third-party cookies that help us analyse how you use this website and provide the content and advertisements that are relevant to you These cookies will only be stored in your browser with your prior consent You can choose to enable or disable some or all of these cookies but disabling some of them may affect your browsing 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portfolio of larger naval platforms today centred on the Cavour STOVL aircraft carrier positioning itself among the small group of worldwide shipbuilders capable to delivery such capability With a €1.19 billion contract awarded in June 2015 by the Italian MoD’s Naval Directorate of Armaments (NAVARM) to the temporary industrial consortium led by Fincantieri shipbuilder as agent and Leonardo as principal combat system prime and integrator and main subcontractor alongside MBDA Italia and ELT Group also including 5+5 years logistic and in-service support the first steel took place in July 2017 and the ship launch was celebrated on May 2019 at Castellammare di Stabia (near Naples) The ship was then transferred to Muggiano shipyard near La Spezia for the outfitting completion and harbour and sea acceptance tests and trials under the programme survey and contribution of NAVARM and the Italian Navy’s New Constructions and Outfitting Centre (MARINALLES) the latter also providing crew familiarization before the official hand-over on last 15 November allowing sailing activities by the Marina Militare personnel The Italian Navy Chief of Staff said during the ceremony: “The LHD Trieste represents the most advanced technological avant-garde the pride of our national shipbuilding industry Italy’s Defence makes a further leap in expressing the ability to project forces from the sea even in theatres of operation far from the usual gravitational basins and for prolonged periods of time excellent testimony to the rank of our country as a medium regional power with a strong maritime connotation” sustainable and interoperable with a wide range of assets being also capable of embarking up to 20 F-35B aircraft It has a very advanced medical capacity and can provide support for humanitarian and disaster relief operations in distant and difficult to access areas,” admiral Credendino said remarking the significant potential for growth and adaptation to the evolution of operational needs and the technological updating of its different “payloads” “The flagship of our amphibious capability represented by the LHA Garibaldi (which was docked nearby for the event) leaves the baton to the LHD Trieste retiring from the fleet operational frontline The Garibaldi has been the first STOVL aircraft carrier of Italian Navy opening the way to the establishing of the embarked fixed-wing component (GRUPAER) and has written memorable pages for Italy’s Defence,” highlighted admiral Credendino referring to the ship operations in Somalia with Italian Army and Navy’s helicopters and AV-8B Harrier II Plus in 1995 in the Adriatic Sea participating to Operation Allied Force over Kosovo in 1999 in the Arabian Sea during Operation Enduring Freedom in 2001 with the AV-8B Harrier II Plus equipped with Litening reconnaissance and targeting pod and laser guided bombs flying missions over Afghanistan in front of Lebanon during Operation Leonte in 2006 in the Mediterranean Sea carrying out reconnaissance and air-to-ground operations during Libyan crisis and more recently as amphibious assault and command and control platform with helicopters in the Mare Nostrum and Northern waters for EU/NATO Sea Power operations With the delivery to the Italian Navy on 7 December “LHD Trieste was immediately assigned to the 3rd Naval Division devoted to amphibious operations in support of San Marco Marine Brigade becoming the flagship of the Amphibious Task Group (ATG)” said the ship commanding officer Francesco Marzi to Naval News Together with the IT Carrier Strike Group (IT CSG) headed by Cavour carrier as flagship the ATG makes up the Expeditionary Task Force (ETF) the operational component of the Italian Navy fleet The F-35B operational capability will be reached after the platform warranty works with dedicated systems installation by Fincantieri planned to be conducted from the third quarter of 2025 and the future certification of the ship and its systems by the F-35 Joint Program Office with an RFO (Ready for Operations) campaign in the US which could occur from 2027 Although the Trieste LHD will be homeported in Taranto it is temporarily assigned to the La Spezia naval base where the crew will conduct the initial training and familiarization with the new platform and combat systems being supported by Fincantieri and Leonardo in addition to other suppliers’ personnel the ship capabilities will be tested under the supervision of the 3rd Naval Division to establish operational procedures and adjustments to amphibious operations doctrines including the participation to main exercises which Naval News understood could include Mare Aperto and amphibious training events  Conceived under the ‘dual-use’ and ‘one fits all’ concepts to accomplish a wide range of missions from the support to amphibious and power projection operations from and on the sea in national-joint and multinational contexts with extended command and control capabilities to the sustainment of Civil Protection and multinational agencies in disaster relief the LHD Trieste will also be capable to operate as ‘alternate aircraft carrier’ vessel with the embarkment of the national 5th generation air component based on the F-35B STOVL aircraft from the Navy and Air Force once the Cavour STOVL aircraft carrier won’t be available for maintenance or operational needs The LHD Trieste is designed to support and provide command and control for the Capacità Nazionale di Proiezione dal Mare (CNPM) or National Projection from the Sea (together with other amphibious assets) an national amphibious force centred on the Italian Navy’s San Marco Marine Brigade and the Italian Army’s Lagunari Regiment in addition to other selected same service’s units Italy also participates to SIAF/SILF (Spanish-Italian Amphibious Force/Spanish-Italian Landing Force) and the European Amphibious Initiative The LHD Trieste can embark an amphibious force of 600 units among men and women with main battle tanks (MBTs) and wheeled vehicles including the Ariete MBT and the VBA amphibious armoured vehicle exploiting the helicopters and landing crafts which can respectively operate over the horizon from the ship’s flight and well decks potable water (up to 70 m³ for day) and electrical power (ca 2,500 kVA) ashore for humanitarian/disaster relief operations With an overall length and beam of respectively 245 (213.4 between perpendicular) and 55 meters with working elevators a draught of 9.1 m which becomes 11 m with the flooded well deck and a full load displacement of  35,050 tons 33,700 and 36,770 tons respectively in the amphibious air operations and transport configurations the new LHD has a full length deck with a starboard-positioned island based on two separated blocks two lateral elevators connecting the flight deck with the hangar in the central-stern area accommodation and CIC/C4I facilities in the bow-central areas in the upper and lower decks and a stern well deck with forward heavy-vehicles garage with lateral and stern ramps for respectively ground vehicles and landing craft (in addition to ground vehicles) fire control and organic boats with davits are distributed over sponsons around and under the flight deck level while main combat system and air traffic sensors are concentrated on the two-block island The latter features the ship’s bridge and other platforms command and control on the forward block in addition to the main surveillance Kronod Power Shield radar while the flight bridge and the communications and EW mast are accommodated on the rear block island Certified by RINA Services according to the latest anti-pollution (MARPOL) and green international rules the new platform has wide accommodations and living spaces for a total of 1,064 personnel: the crew with around 435 units including the flight operations department (ca 75 units) the rest being allocated to the amphibious force and the embarked air component group With a propulsion package in a CODOGOL (COmbined Diesel Or Gas Or eLectric) configuration based on two shafts with controllable pitch propellers (CPP) and rudders provided by Fincantieri centered on two Rolls-Royce MT30 gas turbines each rated at 38 MW two MAN 20V32/44CR diesel engines rated at 12 MW each and two 2.25 MW-each General Electric Power Conversion reversible electric motors Electrical power generation package for both ship systems and propulsion is provided by four 5.4 MW-each MAN 9L32/44CR gensets alongside the reversible electric motors The propulsion and electrical power supply packages are accommodated in non-contiguous and separated compartments to enhance survivability The platform is equipped with fixed stabilizing fins to ensure operations in high-sea states and two bow and one stern thruster to facilitate operations in restricted waters the ship can reach a maximum speed of 25 knots on gas turbines 18 knots on main diesels and 10 knots on electric motors while the endurance is 7,000 nautical miles at 16 knots and the logistic endurance 30 days With a length and (max) beam of respectively 230 and 36 m and a 7,400 m² surface area the flight deck presents a 12° ski-jump and nine spots for take-off and landing (six on the port and three on the starboard deck side; the latter include the forward SAR spot and two for emergencies) for rotary- and fixed-wing aircraft including EH-101 and two 40 t lateral foldable elevators (14×15 m) positioned on each side of the ship behind the two-block island The ship is also equipped with smaller ammunitions and medical elevators (one for each mission) respectively positioned behind and in front of the forward island block The ship is equipped with a 107.8×25-21 m (lengthxbeam) hangar (Deck 5) with an overall 2,200 m² surface and 7,8-10,7 m height which can host both fixed-wing and rotary-wing platforms and maintenance activities or accommodate materiel and land vehicles The latter can reach the hangar from the lower garage deck through an internal 4ramp and a 40t elevator  The hangar is divided into two sections respectively devoted mainly to parking (up to six aircrafts) and maintenance activities (up to two aircrafts) by fire barriers and is characterized by two 6 tons overhead rail cranes and one 10 tons overhead crane for materiel movement and aircraft maintenance activities (up to the third level for helos) such as engines replacement the hangar can accommodate land vehicles for up to 530 linear meters A extended flight bridge manages both flying and deck as well as hangar aircraft movement surveillance and traffic control is managed by a dedicated centre and CIC consoles Although the flight deck and hangar facilities has been conceived for operations with a range of manned rotary- and fixed-wing platforms and unmanned air vehicles the initial SHOL (ship-helicopter operations limits) trials are planned to be conducted with Italian Navy’s EH-101 and NH90 helicopter versions while later on interoperable activities are expected to be focused on Italian Army and Air Force platforms Naval News was confirmed the LHD Trieste has facilities for command control and communications equipment for unmanned platform operations The LHD Trieste will be the alternative platform to carry the F-35Bs with an embarked air component which can reach up to 20 aircraft in addition to two SAR/transport helicopter The ship has been designed since the beginning to carry the 5th generation STOVL aircraft with a thermal metal spray treatment of the flight deck acoustic protection and fitted for areas to accommodate the Special Access Program Facilities (SAPF) and the Automatic Logistic Information System (ALIS) in addition to equipment magazines and landing and navigation equipment Italy’s Parliament recently approved a programme to allow the LHD Trieste to fully operate the F-35B These activities are expected to be conducted by Fincantieri concurrently with the one-year warranty work to be launched in the Q3rd 2025 In addition to the security enhancements and equipment installation the package will also include the Joint Precision Approach Landing System (JPALS) the AN/SPN-41B and the Aircraft Inertial Alignment System (AIAS) The LHD Trieste has extensive facilities to fulfil the command & control functions of complex amphibious operations as Commander Amphibious Task Force/Commander Landing Force (CATF/CLF) The ship main operational areas are concentrated on Deck 3: in addition to ship’s 220 m² Command Information Center (CIC) air operations planning and traffic control centers and F-35 operational secured facilities a large modular area of 430 m² is devoted to command computer and information (C4I) equipment for amphibious and humanitarian/disaster relief operations in a joint and multinational domain and the coordination of air/naval and land operations in an interoperable NATO and EU contest the LHD Trieste has a large NATO Role 2E hospital area of 770 m (extendable with sheltered solutions) with surgical and intensive care capacity centered on two surgery rooms and pre-medication and post-awakening rooms (up to 2 stations) and one intensive care and resuscitation room (up to 7 stations) together with an hospitalization capacity of two recovery rooms (up to 8 beds) and two infective recovery rooms (negative pressure) (up to 4 beds) in addition to radiology and analysis rooms The core of the amphibious operations support facilities is Deck 7 which accommodates both the garage and well deck interconnected by a large ramp and two overhead rails with two 5 tons trolleys each Being flooded through water ballast and pumps the 50x15x10 m (750 m²) well deck has a mooring capacity of up to four new LC 23 LCMs (Landing Craft Mechanized) built by Cantiere Navale Vittoria o alternatively a single US LCAC (Landing Craft Air Cushion) or other Allied and national landing assets With an overall length and beam of respectively 23.8 and 6.6 m the new LC23s offer roll on-roll off capabilities and are able to transport a maximum load of 65 tons or one Italian Army’s Ariete main battle tank in alternative to 300 soldiers or five Lince light multirole vehicles at a 13.5 knots maximum speed (with maximum load) with a crew of four in a protected steering station with navigation and communication equipment allowing over-the-horizon operations The boats organic capability is centered on two FFC15 high-speed multirole combat boats built by Baglietto Navy in addition to two-each 7.1 and 9.3 m RHIBs launched and recovered by stations on ship sponsons The forward positioned garage deck has a 900 m² (55x19x6 m) surface and up to 250 linear meters of parking for heavy vehicles up to the Ariete MBT and various materiel The latter can be embarked from the well deck and the side deck ramps each capable to handle the heaviest vehicles the ship is equipped with two 30 tons cranes on the starboard ship side the garage and hangar decks offer a combined 850 linear meters vehicle capacity which alongside the flight deck space (350 linear meters) can reach a total of 1,200 linear meters The new assault ship can also carry 2,000 and 1,900 m³ of respectively F76 and F44 fuel types in addition to ammunitions and potable waters The LHD Trieste exploits the latest electronics and systems developments achieved with the Legge Navale’s fleet renewal programme The Integrated Platform Management System (IPMS) is based on the Fincantieri NexTech SEASNavy new generation product family while Leonardo provides the latest generation SADOC Mk 4 Command Management System (CMS) equipped with about 20 single large 43-inch touch-screen multifunction consoles and remotely-based processing  and data management centres An additional dozen consoles and five tactical tables provided by Leonardo together with Fincantieri NexTech and Martec are distributed among the main bridge are positioned the air planning and traffic management centres as well as the facilities for unmanned systems’ C2 Leonardo also provides the core of the extensive internal and external communications suite with software defined radios military and commercial multi-band SATCOMs In addition to an internal networking system (INS) the integrated navigation suite includes GEM Elettronica’s two Gemini dual-band radars The integrated sensors’ suite by Leonardo includes the new four fixed-faces X-band StarFire AESA radar (with provision for the C-band radar of the DBR suite) and the new generation L-band Kronos Power Shield early warning radar characterized by an AESA rotating antenna and fully digital architecture with ‘digital beamforming’ for long-range surveillance detection and tracking of both air breath and ballistic missiles threats These radars are integrated with the Leonardo SIR-M-PA IFF system equipped with conformal antenna as well as the new generation EW suite by ELT Group based on an EW manager controlling Radar Electronic Support Measures Communication ESM and Radar Electronic Counter-Measures systems The EW suite is interfaced with Leonardo two ODLS-20 (Oto Melara Decoy Launching System) decoy launchers for air warfare and underwater defence The LHD is also equipped with Leonardo Distributed Static Staring (DDS) IRST EO/IR suite alongside the Sitep Italia Multirole Acoustic Stabilized System with surveillance and non-lethal weapons (acoustic cannon and laser dazzler) suite (two turrets) respectively distributed on the two-block island and ship sponsons to provide a 360° coverage The air traffic and approach suite includes Leonardo SPN-720 solid-state low probability of Intercept (LPI) naval precision approach radar Thales Italia TACAN with lightweight electronically scanned antenna and Calzoni visual landing aids AN/SPN-41B and the AIAS will be installed later on with other equipment for F-35B operations Three Leonardo 76/62 mm Super Rapido Multi-feeding gun mountings in the Strales configuration with DART guided ammunition controlled by the same number of dual-band radar/EO NA-30S Mk2 fire 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This story is part of our We Make Cool Things series where we’re meeting the people who run Honeywell’s manufacturing sites that produce our solutions in automation energy transition and aviation around the world Copyright © 2025 Honeywell International Inc A historic crossroads of political and cultural influences Trieste was a contested territory under American and British control after the Second World War the city embarked on ambitious building projects to reimagine its future and bring dispersed communities back together Landmarks like the churches of Monte Grisa and San Luigi Gonzaga the Brutalist Rozzol Melara housing estate and the Lungomare pier are often overlooked but emblematic of this period when architecture was adopted as a force for social cohesion to form a distinctly Italo wave of modernism across the nation London-based photographer Arnolt Smead draws attention to the city’s complex identity — steeped in history ‘These iconic sites tell the story of Italy’s post-war hopes and of a city that embraced architecture as a means of rebuilding by transforming religious and educational constructs,’ he notes Dominating the mountain horizon over the Gulf of Trieste is the Monte Grisa Sanctuary with its striking geometric silhouette Designed by architect Antonio Guacci in the 1960s this temple was conceived by the Bishop of Trieste Antonio Santin as a place of worship and a monument to peace and unity between East and West in a time of global uncertainty with glass and concrete as its primary materials embodies the connection between heaven and earth a design of interlocking prisms forms a honeycomb-like pattern Upon entering the darkly gleaming lower hall which is transformed throughout the day by natural light casting angular shadows infusing it with an almost mystical ambience Monte Grisa’s architecture was designed to inspire awe in the great Catholic tradition but through progressive forms of symbolic abstraction It stands as a bold expression of modernism’s spiritual quest and holds a unique position among Europe’s Brutalist churches Arnolt Smead captures the unsung modernist landmarks of Trieste Perhaps Trieste’s most polarizing modernist project is Rozzol Melara a large-scale housing complex that evokes comparisons to Le Corbusier’s vision of the ‘Cité Radieuse’ and Rome’s Corviale Designed in the 1970s by a collective of architects led by Carlo Celli and only completed in 1982 Rozzol Melara is a prime example of modernism’s utopian aspirations for urban expansion the Brutalist megastructure houses over 2,500 residents and features a labyrinthine network of apartment blocks the estate challenged traditional views of what makes a city and divided public opinion from the start Due to poor maintenance and social challenges it has fallen into rapid decline and today leaves a rather grim impression but remains an essential site for understanding Italy’s post-war urbanism Trieste’s architectural devotion to modernism continues with the San Luigi Gonzaga parish church found in the working-class district of Borgo San Sergio the church differs significantly from the grandiosity of Monte Grisa San Luigi Gonzaga is characterized by smooth lines and the use of simple The exterior is austere with minimalist detailing and bent Curved walls and color-stained windows projecting atmospheric light create a contemplative space for worship and reflection that also functions as a community centre — an intimate modernist space that is deeply rooted in the social fabric of the neighbourhood the city is also home to some of Italy’s most remarkable and daring concrete modernist architecture the selected landmarks are emblematic of a period when architecture was adopted as a force for social cohesion the series draws attention to the city’s complex identity perhaps Trieste’s most polarizing modernist project is Rozzol Melara the Brutalist megastructure houses over 2,500 residents photographer: Arnolt Smead | @arnoltsmead architects: Antonio Guacci designboom has received this project from our DIY submissions feature, where we welcome our readers to submit their own work for publication. see more project submissions from our readers here. AXOR presents three bathroom concepts that are not merely places of function but destinations in themselves — sanctuaries of style Landlocked Hungary’s quest for access to the sea is nearing completion with the launch of construction of a new seaport in Trieste 140 miles and two nations away from Hungary's border Hungarian Deputy Foreign Minister Levente Magyar attended the groundbreaking ceremony last week in the company of the Italian Deputy Minister for Infrastructure Hungary announced the port project back in 2019 after the purchase of an 80-acre seafront site in Trieste the transaction was valued at $32 million under a 60-year concession contract The first phase of the port includes building a 250-meter quay wall giving Hungary a total of 650 meters of coastline on the Adriatic Sea is entrusted with developing the Trieste Port project The $209 million facility is expected to be operational by 2028 It will have capacity for 78,000 TEU of cargo a year A logistics center is also planned at the site to streamline the movement of goods Trieste is a strategic location for a Hungarian seaport given its proximity and reliable rail and road connection to Hungary “Hungary exports cargo worth around $155 billion every year with majority of them leaving Europe by sea If the country does not have its own sea exit and seaport capacity must have channels to connect to global supply chains,” said Levente Magyar Hungary lost its sea access in 1920 after conceding defeat in the World War I This led to the signing of the Trianon Treaty which saw Hungary lose two-thirds of its former territory Hungary has intensified cooperation with its coastal neighbors for maritime access Hungarian Minister for National Economy Márton Nagy met Bulgarian President Rumen Radev for economic talks This saw the signing of cooperation agreements in the transport sector The partnership will lead to the creation of a simplified logistics and transport corridor linking Hungarian businesses with Bulgarian ports and free zones in the Black Sea The Hungarian government has said that Bulgaria is a critical partner for its energy security Turkish and Azerbaijani natural gas supplies by pipeline Founded in Trieste in 1933, all things Illy are researched, roasted, packed and distributed to 140 countries across the world solely from this plant by the city’s cargo port. And this is also where you’ll find the company’s University of Coffee, offering a programme of classes, tastings and workshops teaching industry professionals and keen consumers like me all about the caffeinated bean, also broadcast to its worldwide 27-branch Unicaffe network. “This whole area was designed in the 18th century by Maria Theresa, a Habsburg empress who never visited Trieste,” says my guide Joorinde Steinhorst when I meet her later in the city’s central Borgo Teresiano district. Named after its absentee Austro-Hungarian designer, the handsome quarter of colourful mansions in florid, Vienna secession art nouveau style recalls streets in the Austrian capital, Prague or Budapest. Beyond the Borgo, we explore neighbourhoods lined with brutalist bank buildings, sitting cheek-by-jowl with the ruins of Roman city walls. Below a 33 BCE Roman gate, which is carved with a coiled cluster of pomegranates, Joorinde points out medieval houses of the former Jewish ghetto. And all this is stacked up against karst mountains rising steeply off the coast to form a natural border with Slovenia, which is minutes away by car. 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neighbourhood has a Viennese look to it projected through the quarter's opulent mansions.","ttl":"Trieste Borgo Teresiano neighbourhood","rchDsc":{"markup":"Trieste's central Borgo Teresiano neighbourhood has a Viennese look to it projected through the quarter's opulent mansions afternoon tea evolved as a light meal composed of finger food and pastries served in tearooms O Melhor Pastel de Nata was founded in 2009 a competition held among Lisbon patisseries to determine the best pastel in the region The Emilia-Romagna region is populated by numerous hilltop castles Trieste's central Borgo Teresiano neighbourhood has a Viennese look to it Finds some of Italy’s most storied — and spectacular — coffee shops in the underappreciated city of Trieste Trieste is a harbor city tucked into the northeastern corner of Italy where hilly streets drop to piazzas along the Adriatic Sea It’s where Winston Churchill marked one end of the Iron Curtain in his famous speech about the Cold War; where the Nazis placed Italy’s only concentration camp; where the Habsburg Empire ambitiously built up its only port before the empire collapsed in World War I; where Mussolini’s Fascism sank violent early roots It’s also where a bookshop on the Via San Nicolo has the one-time owner’s name painted above the door in bold gold-colored letters: Libreria Antiquaria Umberto Saba didn’t have a marquee name when he bought the bookstore in 1919 but he became one of Italy’s leading writers during the decades he ran it it seemed like the 104-year-old bookstore that outlasted the poet was set to close Shelves sagged beneath masses of dusty books A long-time draw for literary tourists — who could study Saba’s books and a photograph of him striding through the city’s streets — was about to vanish Vienna Secession design features have been restored and all the wiring and plumbing is up to date being able to tell so many stories about the past by telling the story of this store seems special who converted to Judaism but abandoned the family before the boy was born Umberto chose his pen name Saba to echo the name of a Slovenian Catholic nurse named Gioseffa (Peppe) Schobar His mother gave him to her care for the first three years of his life Some scholars believe he also took the name as a gesture to the Hebrew word for grandfather — saba Saba’s mother’s uncle was Samuel David Luzzatto a renowned 19th Century Jewish scholar and poet born in Trieste Saba wrote a piece of short fiction in which he appears he expressed more ambivalence about his Jewish side than the usual self-respecting Modernist He wrote a poem about the “two races in ancient conflict” inside of him He wrote a letter to a reader who wondered if he was antisemitic he refers with seeming tenderness to a synagogue he passes on a walk to the Jewish cemetery where he wanted to be buried — and is Saba was new to the book business when he leased the store from the Jewish community in 1919 Italy was in a nationalistic fervor that led to Mussolini’s rise Saba had barely overcome a crisis in his marriage and a bout of the depression that would plague him the rest of his life a Jewish woman named Carolina (Lina) Woelfler Emily Dickinson once wrote that when a poem entered her mind “a formal feeling comes.” In an essay Saba wrote about the bookstore his notion of buying it feels like a poem being born “Walking through the Via San Nicolo one morning in 1919,” he wrote in “The Story of a Bookshop,” “I saw or noticed a gloomy cave for the first time and thought ‘What a sad thing it would be to spend my life in there.’ It was although I couldn’t know it then because just a few days later I bought just that store.” “throw all the old books in it into the Adriatic and to sell it empty at a higher price,” but he found he “didn’t have the heart to carry out the plan.” He invested the remains of a small inheritance from an aunt buy and resell old — sometimes very old — books of literature He ran his business on the ground floor of a six-story building built from the limestone quarried from a plateau just north of Trieste one broken by ancient limestone gorges and underground caves Saba may have had this in mind when he called his store a “gloomy cave.” One enters it under a neoclassical stone arch The poet’s name above the door has been repainted a collection of 600 poems that was republished by a major house in 1945 finally winning Saba his place as one of Italy’s leading poets the book trade gave Saba “a certain economic security,” but it was precarious Saba hired Carlo Cerne as a clerk in the store had been abandoned by his parents and was living in a boarding house for the poor Cerne would later recall being hired as the turning point of his life He became a prodigy of the skills an antiquarian bookseller needs — business ability intelligence about people and literary curiosity They became known as a strong team in the trade and Cerne wrote a short essay about his life with Saba Reading their warm but clear-eyed accounts one gets glimpses of a complex relationship of mutual candor “I had the good fortune to find in him a second father and going on to say that Saba “first taught me the profession and then taught me so many other things that in private life have served me so much.” Mussolini entered and bought a book — the memoir of Luigi Settembrini Saba and Mussolini had crossed paths before the war Saba wrote that he told the future dictator he believed that “Italy’s guiding star would save us from his ideas.” His customer quickly left and people living in buildings that flanked the city’s piazzas were woken at night by fighting between Fascist and anti-Fascist gangs Saba wrote a piece of short prose about changes in Trieste that revolted him who had traditionally been “with the courageous little dog” now cheered on “a shepherd against a Scotch terrier — their shouts directed toward the large beast.” “Europe’s youth would no longer feel any obligation to protect the weak,” he concluded He also bore witness to life under Fascism in more than 100 splintery fragments as short as one line, which he numbered and called Shortcuts We discover them in living them.”  And: “Time is round It comes back to itself.”  And: “The 20th Century seems to have only one desire; to get to the 21st as quickly as possible.” Mussolini expanded his claim to progress by issuing his racial laws including bans against basic Jewish rights He announced them in a speech to a cheering crowd in Trieste’s main piazza The city was also where refugees from across Europe managed to get a ship to Palestine Saba visited Paris to explore the chance of finding refuge there The violent upheavals of Italy in the World War II era defy a quick retelling Mussolini’s dictatorship gave way to his downfall in 1943 He turned the management of the store over to a gentile friend named Gregorio Bisia who worked closely with Carlo Cerne to keep the store going — and fled for his life Saba and his family moved 11 times to stay ahead of the Nazis The Nazis set up their killing technology in the Risiera di San Sabba a five-story brick compound in the area for husking rice Paolo Volli —  an attorney who sits on the Trieste Jewish community’s five-member governing council — told me In 1944, in Florence, as the Nazis retreated ahead of the advancing Allies, Saba wrote, “I Had,” a poem of outraged witness to losses that he’d suffered — an inventory of property justice and basic moral confidence that he and countless others had lost “I had a beautiful city between the stony hills and the radiant sea… a little shop of rare and antique books.” Each stanza ends with his finger pointing at both Italian and German Fascism with a refrain that repeats like hammer blows: “Everything was taken from me by the vile Fascist and the gluttonous German.” He was ambivalent about returning to the city he loved but whose past and future troubled him planning to write a history of the shop to publish in a catalogue but he had difficulty — he’d lost faith in “the milk of human goodness” he drew on to write In 1953, he wrote Ernesto a now-classic novel about the relationship between an older man and a teenage boy and Ernesto probably brought him more English-speaking readers than his poetry but readers of Jewish-American poets of the 20th Century will find a different but familiar home in his use of a self-revealing persona to express universal feelings he increasingly left the store in Cerne’s hands his daughter renounced her stake in the Saba store proving to be such a passionate bibliophile that father and son ran the business jointly until Carlo died in 1981; Mario took over becoming a determined steward of Saba’s legacy for scholars and literary tourists he told a visiting reporter: “I fear that this jewel may fall into oblivion.” Trieste’s Jewish community still owns the building where the bookshop is located The journey toward the re-opening was started a year ago by the attorney Paolo Volli who works two floors above the Saba shop and we had to do something to save a place that had a cultural historical and touristic value,” Volli told me as he sat in the office where his father A slender man with closely groomed white hair he expressed his “strong feeling” for the shop but insistently shared credit with others for making the restoration happen “The council of the Jewish community approved this as a whole and many people contributed to it,” he said he began a fund-raising drive and drew in donors large and small from a leading shipping company to a local café general book lovers and citizens of Trieste who just wanted to be involved until he’d found the 120,000 Euros (about $125,000) that got the job done Dozens of people volunteered on behalf of their city’s literary legacy — after all Trieste is where James Joyce lived for about 10 years drawing from the city’s Jewish world as he wrote Ulysses a Jewish-born Trieste writer (born Ettore Schmitz) whose novel Joyce lived above it before Saba bought it Whether the two writers ever met is an open question I kept finding multi-generational connections to a poet who died 67 years ago and often wrote about his disappointed yearning for company Volli told me how Saba saved his grandfather’s book collection ahead of the Nazi occupation of Trieste helping to secretly pass it through a side window at night His grandfather survived the war in Switzerland “I walked many times in front of this bookstore but it was really in bad condition,” Francesco Slocovich president of the Kathleen Foreman Casali Charitable Foundation we were always thinking: ‘What can we do for renovating The foundation’s history goes back to the Stock Liquor Company and an executive named Alberto Casali and his wife the company’s co-founder and a pillar of the Trieste business community “loved the place and whiled away countless hours” in it “The goal was always to preserve the internal atmosphere of the shop,” said Aulo Guagnini the Trieste architect who worked on upgrading Saba’s store and recreating its zig-zagging parquet floor and original wallpaper with a white and gold floral pattern “That was done by strategically using track lighting to both illuminate the books but also to recreate the idea of the sort of dark cavern that Saba wrote about The first step I took was to study the history of the place Pictures taken of the store before the restoration make it look like a cluttered ghost: Dusty light sweeps high shelves lined with uneven masses of books of all sizes Looking at the photos feels like spelunking to the bottom of a lost cave The shop is also a large curiosity cabinet of Saba’s life As workers emptied drawers and cleared shelves to ready it for its reopening in this century they found photographs and artifacts from the last one with a faded Stock label — allowing one to imagine the two men sipping and talking books They found old photographs of Saba in what looks like middle age They also cleaned a painting that had long been in the shop painter and anti-Fascist famous for his novel about his exile to southern Italy for his politics combines a museum honoring Saba with a retail business selling current books and a space for readings and other book events The rebuilt shelves of the museum section are packed with many of the old store’s 28,000 books — including 800 from Saba’s personal collection that were cleaned by dozens of book-loving volunteers from Trieste a group that project leaders said was representative of the city’s multi-ethnic The store re-opened on the one-year anniversary of Mario Cerne’s death She has become the third Cerne to oversee the Saba bookstore She lives in London where she works as a managing director of Edmond de Rothschild Asset Management an investment fund associated with the Swiss branch of the Rothschild family grew up visiting the store and said she could not imagine life without it and I know many people are used to walking there and if they looked over and saw that the store wasn’t there anymore I think it would be a terrible sense of loss,” she said it seemed crucial to move forward with (the project) because of the cultural and historical value it has for the citizens of Trieste but the Jewish community is our partner in this initiative which is a place of many different communities of religion She has worked with the project’s other organizers with constant thoughts of her father and grandfather She wasn’t the first Cerne woman to be supportive of the store had loaned the poet money at a crucial moment for his business Ada attended an event last October at which Volli and the Jewish community returned the keys to the bookshop to the Cerne family Ada said that the shop’s commercial element matters “We will continue with this enterprise for everyone’s benefit Ada was there at the opening with Massimo Battista whom she picked to be the shop’s day-to-day manager It’s named Zeno in honor of the anti-hero of Italo Svevo’s novel Battista plans a shop that will double again as a publisher of new work one where writers can meet each other and their readers I think they wanted someone who would bring a new way to think about the bookshop,” he said in an interview “It is important that this is the place where Saba worked but it will also be a place for literary events where writers and readers can come together — a literary center.” Saba’s shop — returned to its understated elegance — looks almost too pristine The finished shop reveals certain shapes of the original space with new clarity one sees how one wall of books turns in a long curve It looks so much like the hull of a ship made of books that I wondered if Saba wasn’t looking at it when he wrote his Ulysses a poem in which he sees himself in Homer’s hero as an old sea man the dreamer could dream of a ship under full sail the bookshop to which the people of Trieste have given new life Jalon is a New York-based arts reporter who writes regularly for the 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chalks; we might need them if another family with kids shows up tonight," she replies The volunteers are part of No Name Kitchen one of several local aid groups providing support to the growing number of displaced individuals sleeping outdoors in Trieste the other with an infant boy—had arrived at the piazza exhausted after days of walking and travel they were hoping to catch a morning train to Germany forcing many of these individuals to wait in the open air A Kurdish little girl with her mom eating a snack the volunteers had pulled out a box of colorful chalk the cold stone floor of the piazza was transformed into a vibrant canvas of homes and family portraits and other volunteers are back—carrying not only tea and food but also the chalk that has become a symbol of hope for the displaced families passing through the city one of the volunteers of No Name Kitchen playing with a kid located just in front of Trieste’s Central Station is a crossroads for many following the Balkan migration route It has become a temporary resting place for individuals and families en route to other parts of Europe But what was once a place of relative safety has turned into an open-air shelter after a controversial decision by local authorities Trieste’s mayor ordered the eviction of "Silos," a derelict building that had long served as an unofficial refuge for people on the move between 50 and 120 displaced people—many of them families and unaccompanied minors—have been forced to sleep outdoors in Piazza Libertà Their conditions grow worse with each passing night.  several people were transferred to different camps in Italy No Name Kitchen decided to pay them a visit and ask how they are coping with this new reality In the absence of adequate governmental intervention local and international organizations have stepped in and clothing to those passing through Trieste or stuck in limbo along the Balkan route they organize food distributions and medical aid and try to foster a community-based network that migrants can trust the international movement No Name Kitchen offers both humanitarian aid and advocacy addressing the brutal realities of violent pushbacks faced by people on the move as they attempt to cross into the European Union These efforts are supplemented by the volunteer organization DONK all of whom work to identify any needs and provide necessary support The Italian Consortium of Solidarity (ICS) and the network of associations surrounding it have been pivotal in monitoring asylum access and offering legal aid the Comunità di San Martino al Campo offers more than just legal support also known as Chai Khana - in Pashto meaning tea house - the community can find warm clothes A small but significant gesture of humanity in an otherwise harsh environment ASCS (Associazione Scalabriniana per la Cooperazione allo Sviluppo) and the non-profit group ResQ also send volunteers to assist these organizations ensuring that there are always hands to help Yet despite the combined efforts of these groups Thousands pass through Piazza Libertà each year reminders of the dangers they face on their journey Many arrive with little understanding of their rights Without precise information on how to seek asylum or access proper reception services they are left in a precarious legal and humanitarian situation Typical objects to be found in Piazza Libertà on a typical night The fact that local institutions have largely ignored this crisis only adds to the weight these organizations bear volunteers like Sara and Bianca continue to do the work that should be shared by national authorities cannot substitute for the structural change that is urgently needed The chalk drawings on the ground offer moments of joy but they cannot paint over the deep-seated problems of a broken system interrupted by the reality of an uncertain future hoping for a chance to rebuild their lives.  But until systemic change is made—until the rights of these displaced individuals are recognized and protected—these efforts will remain a temporary fix for a much larger This crisis underscores the wider challenges faced by migrants at Europe's borders where humanitarian needs often clash with political policies now stands as a stark reminder of Europe’s growing struggle to reconcile its borders with its humanity Carmen Critelli is an Italian journalist and videomaker currently pursuing her Master’s degree in Journalism Media and Globalization at the University of Amsterdam She has been focusing her work on migration issues and human rights Her experiences in the field help her acknowledge the power of stories Her academic background in European Studies also motivates her to understand better how politics and society AboutContact BlueskyYouTubeFacebookInstagram The construction of the Hungarian port has started at the Adriatic Sea in Trieste, Italy, said Levente Magyar, Parliamentary State Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade. Work is set to begin with the construction of a large section of the seawall and a 50,000-cubic meter filling on Hungarian state-owned land in northern Italy, as stated by the officials during a visit to the construction site on February 20. According to Magyar, a 250-meter stretch of coastline will be built in the first stage, to be extended by about 400 meters, giving Hungary a total of 650 meters of coastline on the Adriatic. The Hungarian government acquired the land for EUR 31 million, under a 60-year concession agreement, entrusting Adria Port Zrt., a state-owned enterprise, with the development. The Italian Deputy Minister for Infrastructure, Edoardo Rixi, also attended the groundbreaking ceremony. Daily news and in-depth stories in your inbox 2025Save this storySaveSave this storySaveMaximilian Raynor Barbara Franchin, the force behind Trieste’s emerging designer contest ITS since 2002, has an unrelenting drive. Following the 2022 opening of the ITS Arcademy—an impeccably curated archive-meets-museum showcasing 14,935 portfolios from past contest participants—she decided it was time for a revamp “We changed the contest into a residency,” she said third started to feel increasingly uneasy to me—I wanted to offer more substantial support to each designer.” The rigorous selection process remains unchanged: an international jury reviews hundreds of portfolios from the graduation collections of top fashion schools around the world each receiving €10,000 and the chance to take part in a 10-day creative residency during which they’re engaged in experimental workshops and (hopefully) forging long-lasting connections Their graduation pieces were later showcased in an exhibition at ITS Arcademy “politics are increasingly challenging borders both in terms of gender and national identities making it more crucial than ever to focus on openness and inclusivity as sources of creative inspiration and intervention.” This year’s winners showcased both diversity and individuality with themes that ranged from personal and familial struggles to visions of dystopian futures to nostalgia for the playful essence of childhood Upcycling and zero-waste techniques were central to all of the collections underscoring the newcomers’ dedication to responsible design This year’s jury’s special mention went to British designer Maximilian Raynor for his collection Manor for Heaven which reinterpreted historical references through what he described as “an anarchic norm-challenging approach.” Envisioned as a fantastical anti-patriarchy protest set in a fictional purgatory and oversized knitwear—all crafted from deadstock materials and assembled using zero-waste cutting techniques French designer Macy Grimshaw used the unconventional medium of paper to “create something beautiful out of something as unstoppable as my grandmother’s Alzheimer’s.” Aiming to evoke the fragility of memories that slowly fade she printed photos and images of her grandmother onto leather the project captured with artful sensitivity the erosion of memory and the beauty found within loss Drawing from her personal experience as a 22-year-old disabled woman who uses a wheelchair full-time Paris-based designer Naya El Ahdab said she created a “collection for everyone.” Prioritizing both comfort and soft structure she incorporated finely pleated jersey and stretch fabrics alongside boning and padding to enhance the body’s shape “My disability became my greatest strength,” she shared “Confidence comes from embracing your body not hiding it—self-acceptance has turned my vulnerability into art.” German accessory designer Mijoda Dajomi envisioned a near-future where water scarcity forces humanity to collect rainwater for survival This not-so-unrealistic concept inspired Daughters of Water a group of slightly intimidating dystopian guardians—somewhere between The Handmaid’s Tale and Dune—dedicated to protecting us against dehydration elegantly outfitted in towering wax-cotton headgear designed to collect varying amounts of rainwater Nostalgia for a childhood spent skiing and sailing with his family inspired London-born New York-based knitwear designer Patrick Taylor His collection featured playful padded forms crafted through neoprene silhouettes that evoked the feeling of a child outgrowing his beloved sports gear Vibrant bursts of color added a fresh energy as if contoured by the motion of a sailing trip or the rush of skiing down the slopes A similar lighthearted approach was embraced by Gabrielle Szwarcenberg a Belgian designer who since childhood has crafted hundreds of paper planes collected 250 paper planes of all sizes from the streets of New York Translating this passion into actual outfits she recreated their aerodynamic silhouettes in a collection of geometric garments cut origami-style and treated to mimic the texture and structure of paper A group of talented Chinese designers stood out for their ability to merge research and innovation with cultural heritage and personal memories Zhuen Cai drew inspiration from a visit to Shanghai’s Yuyuan Garden a place of poetic beauty that shaped his romantic collection he created elaborate outfits that felt both dreamy and contemporary the ubiquitous presence in this season’s collections who explored it as a symbol of the human connection to nature—particularly in the Northern tribes that wore it during pagan festivities cutting them into zoomorphic shapes integrated into protective menswear designs Qianhan Liu’s collection was a tour de force of imaginative craftsmanship While drawing inspiration from Eastern traditions she explored the tactile potential of materials with remarkable skill—transforming leather into laser-cut leaves hand-stitched onto knit crochet to form a sculptural cloak which she then shaped into oversized pantsuits and draped tunics Accessory designer Cindy Zhaohan Li reimagined the everyday brush as a sensory tool infusing it with both function and artistry Her collection featured a series of ergonomic designs—some crafted as portable others resembling flowing chevelures—enhancing tactility and giving the ordinary brush a playful OTB and Diesel Sustainability Ambassador; designer Maria Sole Ferragamo; Sara Sozzani Maino Fondazione Sozzani’s creative director; Stefano Gallici Ann Demeulemeester creative director; Dame Zandra Rhodes; and philosopher Emanuele Coccia Reflecting on this year’s contest, Coccia observed, “there’s a growing sentiment among fashion graduates that they don’t want to follow traditional career paths within major fashion conglomerates. Instead, they’re seeking alternative routes—more niche, more artistic—creating one-of-a-kind pieces that truly express who they are. The portfolios we’ve reviewed feel like daydreams, beautiful reveries imagining a different kind of fashion, where for a moment, art, dreams, and reality collide.” “These designers are like spring,” chimed Franchin. “Spring is what makes winter bearable.” Home » Trieste LHD Delivered to the Italian Navy Italian Navy press release translated by Naval News Two particularly significant moments for the Italian Navy into its fleet and has welcomed 150 cadets from the first class of the normal courses swearing allegiance to the Italian Republic have become part of the great crew of the Navy which was built and outfitted by Fincantieri at the Castellammare di Stabia and Muggiano shipyards a journey that began about 14 years ago has come to an end The Trieste and the oath of 150 young officers represent the future of the Italian Navy and its vocation for innovation an oath of (Naval Academy) cadets takes place on a military ship The Trieste is the fruit of the work of thousands of people: engineers Only a few nations can build a work of ingenuity and high technology like this But an empty ship is a tool: its heart is you making our Armed Forces unique and special once again Defence is your new family and will never leave you,” said the Minister of Defence the Chief of Defence Staff underlined how with the delivery of Trieste the Navy is equipping itself with a symbol of modernity and national technological level which will improve Italy’s (joint armed forces) ability to project power and deterrence characterized by new and emerging threats to security also in light of recent events in the Middle East by becoming part of the great family of the Armed Forces from today they will no longer be alone and that no one will ever be left behind “Today we are proudly experiencing the great emotion of integrating the Trieste into the fleet the largest military ship built in Italy since the Second World War and we have chosen to seal this historical moment with the solemn oath of the officer cadets and carry out missions of strategic value for the national interest,” the Chief of Defence Staff said “Today we celebrate a moment of great national pride This extraordinary result is the fruit of the strategic vision and manufacturing skills that our country is able to express With its advanced technological and operational capabilities this unit not only strengthens Italy’s international projection but also testifies to the excellence of Fincantieri as a reliable and innovative partner for defence who with their commitment and their expertise have made this goal achievable for the virtuous collaboration that represents an exemplary model of the Country system Trieste is the tangible symbol of Italy looking to the future with determination and ambition,” said Pierroberto Folgiero the CEO and General Manager of Fincantieri The Trieste is the largest ship delivered to the Navy since World War II a full load displacement of 36,750 tons and the capability of carrying over 1,060 personnel (including the crew) the Trieste was designed to perform a wide range of missions All this thanks to the ship’s advanced amphibious capabilities guaranteed by a large well deck and a dedicated garage in addition to its role as an aircraft carrier with the capability to carry 5th generation aircraft historically the maritime gateway of Central and Eastern Europe is poised to play its part again in connecting Europe to the Indo-Pacific reflects the growing organic economic convergence between India and Europe via West Asia IMEC also represents a concerted effort by America’s allies to reset global supply lines and bolster the free and open societies of the Transatlantic and Indo-Pacific regions Washington must reaffirm its trust with Trieste this time as the optimal European entrepôt from which to anchor the burgeoning Indo-European economic convergence strengthening American allies at the cost of its adversaries From Imperial Rome to the Hapsburg Empire to Modern European Gateway Trieste, originally a fishing village, was elevated to the status of colony by Julius Caesar with a port constructed during the reign of Augustus Trieste joined the domains of the House of Habsburg Holy Roman Emperor Charles VI proclaimed Trieste an Imperial Free Port would thus rise to prominence as the leading seaport and shipbuilding center for Central and Eastern Europe No other European port boasts closer connectivity and proximity to Milan and Budapest—the European industrial heartland Italy and the Allied Powers formalized the end of hostilities in the Treaty of Paris in February 1947 Among other things—such as the dissolution of the Italian colonies of Ethiopia and Libya—the treaty finalized Italian border adjustments with its European neighbors These changes included the territory of Trieste and the Istrian peninsula which Italy had obtained at the end of the First World War after the dissolution of the Austro-Hungarian Empire These gains were reapportioned at the end of the Second World War The Istrian peninsula and adjoining lands were then handed to Yugoslavia which today lies within the borders of Slovenia and Croatia The port of Trieste and its surrounding areas were incorporated into the Free Territory of Trieste administered by the occupying forces of the United States Washington and London recognized the criticality of keeping this strategic port free from Communist hands. To that end, the U.S. Army, after World War II, helped administer the eight-year tenure of the Free State of Trieste from 1947 to 1954. The Army command, comprising the 351st Regiment of the 88th Infantry Division, termed the Trieste United States Troops (TRUST) the responsibility for Trieste was transferred to and absorbed into Italy designated it as the provincial capital of the Friuli-Venezia Giulia region in 1963 In the latter half of the twentieth century Trieste faded from the international limelight The division of Europe created by the Cold War effectively cut the city off from much of its historic economic hinterland of Central and Eastern Europe with the fall of the Berlin Wall and the integration of Eastern European nations into the European Union that the Free Port is emerging from its long winter to regain its status as Europe’s southern maritime gateway And Trieste—in active collaboration with Hamburg and the inland dry port of Duisburg—forms a critical hub in Europe’s robust and resilient infrastructure network The former links Trieste with the Polish Baltic ports of Gdansk and Gdynia while the latter connects it from Spain to Hungary and onwards to Romania Trieste also straddles two additional networks including the Rhine-Alpine (Netherlands-Italy) and Scandinavian-Mediterranean (Sweden-Italy) Recent geopolitical developments have only enhanced Trieste’s strategic value along with Moscow’s meddling in Georgia and Syria has destabilized the Black Sea and unsettled the eastern Mediterranean the North Adriatic is of critical importance as a commercial and naval ballast for economically dynamic Central and Eastern Europe states the North Adriatic is also pivotal in cementing growing commercial engagement among Europe Connecting Indo-Mediterranean Free and Open Spaces This historic status informs its commercial operations including non-discriminatory access for naval and land operators amid additional concessions in the most practical and material of ways embodies the spirit of the European project in advancing the free movement of goods and services This makes it not only a physical but also a symbolic lighthouse for the economies of Europe and the Indo-Pacific The United States played an instrumental role in ensuring the strategic autonomy of the Free Port of Trieste by keeping it free from the clutches of the Soviet Union during the Cold War and the Chinese Communist Party in the present It is thus both opportune and prudent for Washington to build upon its brief but consequential historical tryst with Trieste’s freedom This would reaffirm and reinstall the Free Port at the head of a network of North Adriatic ports—including Koper and Rijeka—to become a leading roundabout for burgeoning Indo-Mediterranean economic and security links The United States can accomplish this by pursuing three reinforcing lines of effort—diplomatic and leading Central and Eastern European states to secure a clear and forceful commitment towards the development of a Trieste-centered it must catalyze coordination among European and Indo-Pacific nations to echo Europe’s commitment to the Trieste-led North Adriatic ports network development finance institutions (DFIs) to help facilitate infrastructure investments in the North Adriatic ports and the road and railway networks radiating to their hinterland DFIs can play an instrumental role in leveraging American capital markets and institutional investors in the remunerative and strategically rewarding endeavor it must hold Adriatic NATO nations accountable for meeting their defense budget commitments with an eye to naval capabilities and defense of the Adriatic and the Mediterranean The Free Port of Trieste stands as a pivotal partner in the U.S strategy to counter the geopolitical aggression of China and Russia the United States can revitalize a crucial maritime gateway that enhances global supply lines and reinforces the principles of free and open trade and commerce Leveraging Trieste’s historical significance and strategic location Washington can foster stronger diplomatic ties stimulate economic growth through infrastructure investments and bolster security measures in the region with its access to the heart of Central and Eastern Europe offers a rich investment opportunity for American industry.  Through coordinated efforts with European and Indo-Pacific allies Washington can ensure that the Free Port of Trieste not only thrives but also serves as a destination for American investments and a bulwark against authoritarian encroachments This multifaceted approach will solidify Trieste’s role in advancing American interests and upholding the virtues of freedom and prosperity across critical geographies Carlos Roa is a Visiting Fellow at the Danube Institute and an Associate Washington Fellow at the Institute for Peace and Diplomacy The city already plays a vital role in European logistics Its marine terminal already facilitates cargo transportation by rail to Austria its road connections to Slovenia and Croatia offer unmatched logistical advantages over Greek and French ports serving as a key entry point for oil supplies into Central and Eastern Europe through its strategic pipeline connections Italy’s excellent diplomatic ties with its neighbors and those further afield allowing Trieste to serve as the crucial northern segment of IMEC leveraging infrastructure that is already in place These considerations come as India expands its diplomatic and economic engagement with Central and Eastern Europe New Delhi has opened resident embassies in Estonia (2021) and Latvia (2023) in the Baltic region while deepening relations with long-standing partners such as Hungary Indian prime minister Narendra Modi’s 2024 visit to Poland and Ukraine—marking the first visit by an Indian leader to Warsaw in forty-five years and the first-ever to Kyiv—underscores this growing diplomatic and economic footprint has connected Thessaloniki to Klaipėda in Lithuania via the Via Carpathia transnational highway network both a 3SI partner and a notable trade partner for India New Delhi has carefully balanced its relationships with both Ukraine and Russia throughout the ongoing conflict and a potential diplomatic breakthrough—especially under a second Trump administration—would likely be welcomed by Prime Minister Modi one of Ukraine’s strongest supporters in the EU is expected to lead reconstruction efforts once the conflict ends where Odessa—the country’s primary Black Sea port—is among the largest in the region and is strategically vital for grain and other trade flows between Europe creating a direct link between these strategic locations Trieste is more than just a port—it is the natural gateway for a new era of trade and connectivity linking India By integrating seamlessly with the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor it has the potential to reshape the flow of goods across continents Strengthening Trieste’s role will not only bolster Europe’s economic future but also create a more resilient and diversified trade network that benefits partners from the Baltic to the 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operation which was used from the opening in 1902 until 1928 The 5·2 km line had coexisted with the city’s urban tramway network which closed in 1970 services were suspended after a head-on collision in August 2016 and the subsequent modernisation works were delayed by bureaucratic hurdles The first departure on the reopened line at 06.51 on February 2 was crowded with passengers despite the absence of an official celebration with a second being used as counterweight on the funicular section The other trams will return to services as work is completed to upgrade their brakes Trieste Trasporti is to operate nine services each way per day until February 16 then 19 until March 2 before increasing to a full service of 29 per day Services are initially running from Piazza Dalmatia a short distance from the Piazza Oberdan terminus which is to be refurbished ITALY: Arriva has begun offering its Glimble mobility-as-a-service platform in Trieste ‘We want to encourage people to view buses bikes and other modes of transport as a single network rather than separate services’ Site powered by Webvision Cloud The delivery of the Trieste ‘multirole’ LHD to the Marina Militare the largest military vessel built since the end of World War II by the national naval and defence industry marks the end of a journey that began some 14 years ago with the signature of a € 1.1 billion contract between the Italian MoD’s Naval Armaments Directorate (NAVARM) and a temporary industrial consortium led by Fincantieri as prime contractor and Leonardo as combat system integrator The contract also included a logistic and training package “This is the fruit of the work of thousands of people: engineers advanced technology,” Minister Crosetto said adding that the vessel’s heart is the crew with the members’ values referring to the 150 officer cadets of the Naval Academy under solemn oath that took place for the first time on board a ship Conceived and designed under the ‘dual-use’ and ‘one fits all’ concepts to accomplish a wide range of missions from the support to amphibious and power projection operations from sea in national-joint and multinational contexts with command and control capabilities to the support to Civil Protection and multinational agencies in disaster relief the new ship will also be capable to operate as ‘alternate aircraft carrier’ vessel being capable to operate the national 5th generation air component based on the F-35B STOVL aircraft version when the Cavour STOVL aircraft carrier will not be available due to maintenance or operational reasons the Navy is equipped with a symbol of modernity and national technological level which will improve our national power projection and deterrence capability also in the light of recent events in the Middle East,” General Portolano said In the context of the modernization of Italy’s military instrument the “Trieste LHD emerges as an absolute novelty the first unit of its kind built by the Italian shipbuilding industry This multi-role amphibious assault unit represents a technical excellence with advanced projection capabilities and the ability to conduct amphibious assault operations ensuring a prolonged stay in the operational area thanks to its high logistical autonomy,” stated the Italian Navy Chief during the ceremony adding that the new ship has provisions and growth capabilities to operate air sea surface and underwater unmanned systems “With its advanced technological and operational capabilities but also testifies to Fincantieri’s excellence as a reliable and innovative partner for defense,” Pierroberto Folgiero CEO and General Manager of Fincantieri said Already assigned to the 3rd Naval Division the Trieste LHD will be homeported in Taranto after completing initial training in La Spezia It is the flagship of the Amphibious Task Group (ATG) which together with the Carrier Strike Group (CGS with the Cavour carrier as its flagship) makes up the Expeditionary Task Force (ETF) The F-35B operational capability will be reached after the platform warranty works with dedicated systems installation by Fincantieri planned for Q3 2025 and the following certification of the ship and the added systems by the F-35 Joint Program Office planned to be carried out in the United States the platform has an overall length of 245 meters an overall beam ranging from 36 metres at flight deck level up to a maximum of 55 meters including working elevators a construction height of 27.7 meters and a full load displacement of 36,770 tonnes The Trieste has a full-length deck with a starboard-positioned island based on two separated blocks accommodation and C4ISR facilities in the bow-central areas in the lower decks and a stern well deck Certified by RINA Services according to the latest anti-pollution and green international rules the new platform has wide accommodations and living spaces for a total of 1,064 personnel including a 360-crew component while the remaining beds are split between aviation command and control and amphibious components Thanks to its transport and aviation capabilities the Trieste LHD will be able to ensure the operations of the embarked 600-personnel strong amphibious battalion Extended facilities are however devoted to NATO ‘Role 2E’ hospital and interoperable C4ISR within NATO It will be also capable to provide potable water and electrical power ashore in case of disaster relief and humanitarian operations The stern 50 x 15 metres well deck can accommodate up to four new type LC-23 LCM (Landing Craft Medium) or one LCAC (Landing Craft Air Cushion) in addition to an organic component including two 15 metres combat boats and two-each 7.1 and 9.3 metres RHIBs The Trieste LHD has an 18×50 metres garage deck capable to host military and civil vehicles up to the 60+ tonnes main battle tanks and can accommodate up to 1,200 linear metres of vehicles also including the use of the hangar and flight deck areas Vehicles can board the ship via the rear ramp as well as the starboard ramp The 230 x 36 metres flight deck features a 12° ski-jump has nine helicopter spots; it can accommodate both rotary- and fixed-wing aircraft including EH-101 AV-8B and F-35B air assets both on the flight deck and the 107.8 x 25 metres hangar the Trieste LHD can accommodate up to 20 F-35Bs aircraft and two NH-90 helicopters With a propulsion package in a CODOGOL (Combined Diesel Or Gas Or eLectric) configuration based on two shafts with controllable pitch propellers and rudders provided by Fincantieri and centred on two Rolls-Royce MT30 gas turbines each rated at 38 MW two MAN 20V32/44CR diesel engines rated at 12 MW each and two 2.25 MW-each General Electric Power Conversion electric motors the new ship can reach a maximum speed of 25 knots on gas turbines Electrical power generation for both ship systems and propulsion is provided by four 5.4 MW-each MAN 9L32/44CR gensets Developed under the Legge Navale or Naval Law programme the Trieste LHD exploits the latest electronics and system developments The Integrated Platform Management System is based on the Fincantieri Nextech SEASNavy new generation system while the SADOC Mk4 is the latest iteration of the Command Management System developed by Leonardo for the new generation of Italian Navy’s frontline vessels Leonardo also provides the core of the extensive communications suite with software defined radios while the navigation radars come from GEM Elettronica The integrated sensors’ suite includes the Leonardo new generation four fixed-faces X-band StarFire AESA radar (with provision for the C-band radar of the Dual Band Radar suite) and the new generation L-band Kronos Power Shield early warning radar characterized by an AESA rotating antenna and full digital architecture with ‘digital beamforming’ for long-range surveillance detection and tracking of both air breath and ballistic missiles targets These radars are integrated with the new Leonardo SIR-M-PA IFF system equipped with conformal antenna as well as the new generation EW suite developed and provided by the ELT Group based on an EW manager controlling Radar Electronic Support Measures The EW suite is interfaced with Leonardo two ODLS-20 (Oto Melara Decoy Launching System) decoy launchers for both air The LHD will also share the same Distributed Static Staring IRST EO/IR suite by Leonardo installed on the PPA Full in addition to Sitep Italia Multirole Acoustic Stabilized Systems with surveillance and non-lethal weapons suite that includes the acoustic cannon and the laser dazzler The air traffic and approach suite includes the Leonardo SPN-720 solid-state the Thales Italia TACAN and Calzoni visual landing aids Additional equipment will be installed with the suite designed for the F-35B operations missile and surface threats is ensured by three Leonardo 76/62 mm Super Rapido Multi-feeding gun mountings in the Davide (Strales for international sales) configuration with DART guided ammunition controlled by a dual radar/EO NA-30S Mk2 fire control system and three remotely controlled KBA 25/80 mm guns with EO/IR FCS The ship is also fitted-for but not with (Level 1) the MBDA Italia SAAM Extended Self-Defence air-defence system based on two vertical launching system (2×8 cells each) for the Aster 15/30 on the starboard ship’s side The underwater protection is provided by the Obstacle Avoidance System sonar provided by Leonardo together with the Black Snake towed-array torpedo detection system integrated through a Reaction Management System with the two OLDS-20 decoy launchers Indo Defence – Jakarta – 11-14 June DSEI – London – 9-12 September PARTNER – Belgrade – 23-26 September Seafuture – La Spezia – 29 Sept.-2 October ADEX – Seoul – 29 October-2 November Dubai Air Show – Dubai – 17-21 November Milipol Paris – Paris – 18-21 Novenber Expodefensa – Bogotá – 1-3 December Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" The construction of the Hungarian port has begun at the Adriatic Sea in Trieste Parliamentary State Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade.  Work will begin with the construction of a large section of the seawall and a 50,000-cubic meter filling on Hungarian state-owned land in northern Italy as stated by Levente Magyar during his visit to the construction site a 250-meter stretch of coastline will be built giving Hungary a total of 650 meters of coastline on the Adriatic local reports state that the area was acquired by the state for 31 million euros under a 60-year concession agreement The Hungarian government has entrusted the development of the seaport to Adria Port Zrt. a commercial enterprise fully owned by the Hungarian state An area of 30 hectares is also available for development including the facilities needed for maritime operations Hungary exports cargo worth around 60,000 billion forints (150 billion euros) every year with the majority of them leaving Europe by sea The State Secretary stated that that he held important talks with representatives of the Italian government including the Deputy Minister for Infrastructure and Transport Comment * document.getElementById("comment").setAttribute( "id" "afe502e8e0a2a7415a72d270aeec4f64" );document.getElementById("c08a1a06c7").setAttribute( "id" the two-year tour of the most beautiful training ship in the world was illustrated Several thousand people crowded along the banks and the Audace pier to watch the arrival of the Navy training ship “Amerigo Vespucci” which docked on the banks at 16.15:XNUMX pm The Carabinieri fanfare and the Bersaglieri were present in front of the royal staircase on the Mandracchio shore In the late morning and afternoon the Villaggio In Italia was opened along the banks of the Julian capital Around 15 pm the Frecce Tricolori appeared and greeted the Vespucci towed by tugboats The Minister of Defense was supposed to be present Guido Crosetto but for health reasons he was unable to attend replaced by the Undersecretary of State for Defense The ministers were also present Luca Ciriani e Francesco Lollobrigida The Amerigo Vespucci is not only the most beautiful ship in the world This was stated by the Undersecretary of State for Defense Matteo Perego of Cremnago during his speech at the ceremony marking the return of the Vespucci to Italy and the start of the Mediterranean Tour “During the world tour,” Perego emphasized “we have shown that Italy is not just synonymous with fashion or design but a very specific message: Italy is also reliability values ​​embodied every day by Defense personnel.” The ceremony the largest vessel ever built for the Navy by the national shipbuilding industry together with the passage of the Frecce Tricolori who are celebrating the 64th anniversary of their foundation today “The meeting between the Vespucci and Trieste ships represents a symbolic meeting between tradition and innovation: on one side the historic training ship on the other the Trieste ship and the Frecce Tricolori symbols of Italian technological and operational excellence A union that best symbolizes the ability of the Defense to combine past to effectively face the current and upcoming challenges to defense and security” with the Vespucci ship and the Villaggio Italia we have planted seeds that will bear fruit in the coming years: commercial relations Now we want to bring this experience to Italians and ensure that each stop of the 'Mediterranean Tour' is a moment of comparison Today we are also inaugurating the 'Villaggio In Italia' a symbol of the valorization of our roots” The undersecretary concluded: “Being Italian is a strong cultural identity which the world recognizes and appreciates we have the duty to look beyond the horizon to build a tomorrow in which Italy is increasingly a protagonist on the international scene And we will do it as we have always done: with competence and passion” Read also other news on Nova News Click here and receive updates on WhatsApp Follow us on the social channels of Nova News on Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, Telegram The Young European Artist Trieste Contemporanea Award (YEATCA) is open to artists under 30 who were born in one of the following countries: Albania Applications must be submitted by 25 May 2025 and will be reviewed shortly after the deadline by an international jury of art curators and professionals The winner will be invited to plan a solo exhibition in Trieste opening at Studio Tommaseo in December 2025.The exhibition production budget includes: curatorial support and exhibition catalog publication; travel and accommodation expenses for the artist to attend the installation and opening simply fill out the online application form and attach the portfolio as specified on the Trieste Contemporanea website This competition was submitted by an ArchDaily user. If you'd like to submit a competition, call for submissions or other architectural 'opportunity' please use our "Submit a Competition" form The views expressed in announcements submitted by ArchDaily users do not necessarily reflect the views of ArchDaily You'll now receive updates based on what you follow Personalize your stream and start following your favorite authors If you have done all of this and still can't find the email With its prime location as the northernmost harbor in the Mediterranean is set to become a crucial nexus connecting Europe Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has lauded Trieste as “Italy’s maritime capital.” Its significance is further highlighted by its potential role in the Three Seas Initiative a project involving twelve Central and Eastern European nations Trieste has also attracted the attention of Chinese state-owned companies reflecting the strategic ambitions of the Chinese Communist Party in Europe Following heightened interest from Washington the Strategic Culture Foundation—a Russian think tank with ties to Russian intelligence and sanctioned by the US—has launched a pointed critique arguing that Trieste will be the “next theatre of war” You don't have permission to access the page you requested What is this page?The website you are visiting is protected.For security reasons this page cannot be displayed.