AERRL calls for a revision of the UNI « Prassi di Riferimento » in Italy (PdR), ensuring that it does not create parallel national ECM certification schemes and remains fully aligned with the EU framework.
AERRL considers the PdR harmful for the harmonious development of ECM activities in Italy, contradictory to EU regulations, harmful to interoperability, misaligned with ERA guidance and an obstacle to cross‑border maintenance. AERRL stands ready to support UNI and Fermerci, offering its extensive experience in maintenance activities, its involvement in the revision of the ECM Guidelines and its commitment to a competitive and interoperable European railway system.

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