Founded in 1944, ANAV (National Association of Passenger Transport Operators) represents private passenger transport companies within Confindustria. The Association represents operators providing local public transport, dedicated school transport, commercial coach services, private coach hire with driver, and open-top sightseeing bus services.The sector includes approximately 6,000 companies, 70,000 buses, and 120,000 employees, generating around €10 billion in annual turnover. ANAV is also a member of Federtrasporto and Federturismo, contributing to Italy's collective mobility and tourism system.