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The Brattle Group Expands Its Infrastructure Sector

In a significant step to reinforce its infrastructure practice, The Brattle Group has announced the hiring of two distinguished experts, Luigi de Francisci and Paolo Prestininzi. This move reflects Brattle's commitment to addressing a wide range of infrastructure challenges and expanding its interdisciplinary capabilities.

Welcoming New Experts

Dr. Lucia Bazzucchi, Principal and Infrastructure Practice Leader at Brattle, expressed her enthusiasm about the new additions. She noted, "We are thrilled to welcome Luigi and Paolo, both of whom possess extensive knowledge within the regulatory space and the industry itself. Their experience in European institutions and large infrastructure operators will deepen our ability to support clients facing a variety of infrastructure projects and challenges, from regulatory and market design reforms to disputes and operational investment analyses."

Expertise of Luigi de Francisci

Luigi de Francisci brings over 30 years of experience in Italy's energy and utility sector, making him a valuable asset to the Brattle team. He has held prominent leadership and regulatory roles at several key organizations, including the Gestore della Trasmissione Nazionale (GRTN), Italy's national grid operator, and Terna S.p.A., Europe's largest independent electricity transmission operator. Most recently, he served at ACEA, one of Italy's largest multi-utility companies.

Moreover, de Francisci has collaborated closely with both national and international regulatory bodies and has represented Italian infrastructure institutions in various European forums. His in-depth knowledge encompasses tariff reviews, regulatory compliance, infrastructure regulation, and contractual closures.

Paolo Prestininzi’s Contribution

Paolo Prestininzi, as an expert in corporate finance, brings significant experience advising investors and infrastructure operators on regulatory matters, asset valuation, and restructuring. He has worked on numerous complex international infrastructure projects throughout the transaction lifecycle, including pre-financing, post-transaction integration, and corporate restructuring. Prestininzi previous positions include roles at one of the Big Four accounting firms and a leading international infrastructure operator, focusing on highways, airports, and fiber optic networks.

Supporting Infrastructure Investment and Policy

Brattle’s infrastructure team specializes in addressing high-stakes economic, financial, and regulatory issues tied to infrastructure investments, regulation, and policy. Their clients include investors, operators, regulatory agencies, and governments facing intricate challenges across various sectors, including energy, telecommunications, transportation (aircraft, railways, shipping, and toll roads), water, and waste management.

The unique strength of Brattle lies in its blend of rigorous quantitative analysis and deep subject matter expertise, grounded in the academic, regulatory, and practical experience of its consultants. The addition of de Francisci and Prestininzi not only enhances the team’s capacity but also underscores Brattle's strategic commitment to supporting clients at the forefront of infrastructure transformation.

For more information about Brattle's infrastructure sector, please visit www.brattle.com/practices/infrastructure.

About The Brattle Group

The Brattle Group tackles complex economic, financial, and regulatory questions for businesses, law firms, and governments worldwide. The firm is renowned for the clarity of its insights and the credibility of its experts, which include leading international academics and industry specialists. With 500 talented professionals across four continents, Brattle continues to deliver innovative solutions to a global client base. More details are available at brattle.com.