Structural diagnostics: safeguarding the value of Italy’s built heritage - RINA Prime Value Services

Structural diagnostics: safeguarding the value of Italy’s built heritage

27 Mar 2025

RINA Prime ensures the protection and resilience of buildings and infrastructure through certified services and testing on existing structures

Structural diagnosticsItaly’s real estate and infrastructure assets are vast—but increasingly vulnerable. A significant portion of buildings and civil works were constructed in periods when safety criteria and technical regulations were very different from today’s standards. Over 72% of buildings were built before 1976 (Source: ANCE, 2023), and many strategic infrastructures, such as bridges and viaducts, are now over 40 years old (Source: MIT, 2024). 

Aging structures, material deterioration, seismic activity, and hydrogeological events are intensifying the need for robust strategies in diagnostics, maintenance, and long-term asset management—especially for large portfolio owners and public asset managers. 

Structural pathologies are no longer just a technical concern. They intersect with critical issues such as public safety, sustainability, and asset value. Monitoring the condition of buildings is essential to ensure long-term integrity. Non-destructive testing plays a vital role in identifying issues early, without invasive interventions, and provides a strong basis for planning repairs or upgrades. 

In response to these growing needs, RINA Prime Value Services has been officially authorized by the Italian Ministry of Infrastructure (Decree No. 168 of 24/05/2024) as a certified 633 Laboratory. This recognition enables us to carry out material testing in accordance with Section A of Circular 633/STC, including: 

  • Reinforced concrete structures 
  • Prestressed concrete structures 
  • Masonry structures 

Our qualified services include: 

  • Diagnostic investigations on existing buildings and infrastructure 
  • Structural, static and seismic assessments 
  • Technical inspections for obsolescence and risk evaluation 
  • Specialist support for asset managers, public authorities and motorway concessionaires 

Partnering with an authorized lab like RINA Prime ensures full regulatory compliance, certified methodologies and state-of-the-art equipment—delivering real value in protecting and enhancing Italy’s built heritage.