HyperloopTT has taken a major step forward in its Italian hyperloop initiative. The company recently completed the feasibility study for “Hyper Transfer,” a prototype hyperloop system designed to carry both cargo and passengers. This project aims to be the world’s first commercial hyperloop connecting Venice-Mestre with Padua.
The announcement was made by Luca Zaia, governor of the Veneto region, at the Transport Logistic 2025 fair in Munich. Zaia said, “This is not a futuristic idea but a concrete project born in Veneto. It is a revolutionary technology, strongly supported by the region, now entering its operational phase.”
The feasibility study was validated by the University of Padua and Italferr, the design firm of Italy’s state railway company. Both confirmed that the project is feasible using existing and tested technologies ready for industrial use. According to Zaia, the project now moves from concept to practical testing. The next step is to build the first test track in Veneto, covering about 10 kilometers between Padua and Venice. This track will allow real-world verification of the technology on a full scale.
The project is backed by a strong consortium, led by HyperloopTT, a Los Angeles-based company focused on hyperloop technology since 2013. Alongside HyperloopTT are Webuild, Italy’s top engineering and construction firm; Leonardo, a global aerospace and defense company; and Hyperloop Italia, HyperloopTT’s Italian licensee.
The test track will test every aspect of the system—from passenger and cargo pods to safety and energy management. Once operational, Hyper Transfer is expected to cut travel times between Venice-Mestre and Padua significantly. It will also reduce traffic congestion, energy use, and emissions. The system is designed to be scalable, with the potential to transform transportation throughout the Veneto region.
