Giovanni Castellucci

Giovanni Castellucci is the former CEO of Autostrade per l'Italia, who led the company from 2005 to 2019. He is currently on trial regarding the collapse of the Morandi Bridge in Genoa, which tragically resulted in the loss of 43 lives in August 2018. Castellucci has publicly expressed his feelings of responsibility for the management of the bridge but maintains that he is not guilty of any wrongdoing. During the trial proceedings, he has emphasized the emotional impact of the disaster and his commitment to cooperating with investigations and supporting the victims' families. His defense includes a rebuttal against accusations of reducing maintenance investments to increase dividends, asserting that the company's spending on maintenance was appropriate. Castellucci's case has drawn significant public attention, reflecting broader concerns about infrastructure safety and corporate responsibility in Italy.