July 23, 2026. NGV Italy participated in the Automotive Sector Roundtable of the Italian Ministry of Enterprise, held on July 14, 2026, presenting the Government with several observations considered essential to supporting the decarbonization of the transport sector. The Roundtable advocated for a pragmatic approach based on technological neutrality and the promotion of solutions capable of concretely contributing to European climate objectives.
During the meeting, the Association expressed its appreciation for the pioneering role of the Italian Government in the review process of the European Green Deal for the Automotive Sector, acknowledging its commitment to guiding the debate towards an approach more in line with market dynamics and the needs of the industrial system. In particular, NGV Italy emphasized the importance of recognizing biomethane for transport, produced from agricultural sources and organic municipal solid waste, as a sector of national excellence and a strategic resource for sustainable decarbonization.
The Association also expressed its concern about the slowness and complexity of the review process for the European Regulation on CO2 emissions from vehicles, stressing that continued regulatory uncertainty could hinder investment and industrial development. In this context, NGV Italy reiterated the need for the Italian government to continue its strong support for the principle of technological neutrality, ensuring that the various solutions capable of contributing to decarbonization goals are assessed objectively and without discrimination. For the Association, this means recognizing equal treatment for battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and renewable fuel vehicles (RFVs), in line with the approach outlined in the draft report prepared by Massimiliano Salini, rapporteur for the European Parliament’s ENVI Committee.
Finally, NGV Italy welcomed the introduction of the new Eco-bonus for commercial vehicles, highlighting its multi-year nature and its open approach to multiple technologies, elements that represent significant support for the demand for biomethane-powered vehicles. At the same time, the Association emphasized the need for the Invitalia platform to become operational within a timeframe compatible with market needs, given that operators are already receiving orders and awaiting its activation.
Participation in the Automotive Sector Roundtable is part of NGV Italy’s ongoing commitment to an ecological transition based on scientific evidence, industrial competitiveness, and technological neutrality—principles that the Association continues to promote in its discussions with national and European institutions.
