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🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

On board the first train to pass through Adamuz a month after the accident: "It's impossible not to travel with a knot in your stomach"

The first train from Madrid to Sevilla resumed services a month after a deadly accident in Adamuz, prompting mixed emotions from passengers.

Feb 17 • 11:02 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Iryo and Renfe resume services between Madrid and Seville uninterrupted one month after the Adamuz tragedy

Train operators Iryo and Renfe have reinstated uninterrupted services between Madrid and Seville following repairs after the tragic accident near Adamuz, which had resulted in 46 fatalities.

Feb 17 • 05:01 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Renfe starts service in Catalonia at half capacity: speed limits at 200 points

Renfe has resumed limited service in Catalonia, applying speed restrictions at 200 points while maintenance work is underway.

Feb 16 • 06:46 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The Faces of the Railway Strike: "Where Have They Put the Money, if Everything is So Bad?"

A passenger expresses frustration over significant delays and poor communication during a railway strike in Spain, highlighting the struggle faced by travelers amid operational issues.

Feb 9 • 19:36 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
World

Indra will continue to support the AVE to Mecca for five more years

Indra will extend its support for the AVE high-speed line between Mecca and Medina for an additional five years, following Saudi Arabia's decision to continue Renfe's operation until 2038.

Feb 9 • 17:58 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Puente agrees with unions on 3,600 more positions in Renfe and Adif, more rest for train drivers, 461 million more for maintenance, and 300 "road" vehicles to supervise tracks to end the strike

The Spanish Ministry of Transport has reached an agreement with unions for increased funding and resources in the railway sector to end a strike amid safety concerns following recent accidents.

Feb 9 • 17:27 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The train strike starts this Monday with 350 high-speed services canceled and the Cercanías at 50%

A train strike in Spain has begun, resulting in the cancellation of 350 high-speed services and reduced Cercanías services as negotiations continue.

Feb 9 • 07:33 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Puente announces a 2.8 billion operation for Spanish companies in Saudi Arabia and the continuation of Renfe on the Medina-Mecca line

The Spanish Transport Minister, Óscar Puente, announced a €2.8 billion operation to benefit Spanish companies in Saudi Arabia, including the extension of Renfe's role on the Medina-Mecca high-speed rail line until 2038.

Feb 8 • 15:46 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Journey Across Spain on Non-Working Trains

A report details the persistent delays and chaos in Renfe's Rodalies and AVE train services, particularly between Barcelona and Córdoba.

Feb 8 • 04:45 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
National & Local

"Without trains, there is no future" – outcry in Barcelona over Rodalies chaos

Thousands protested in Barcelona against train delays and lack of investment in the Rodalies train service.

Feb 7 • 17:37 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
National & Local

Renfe maintains suspension of half the Galician railway network for the third consecutive day

Renfe has suspended half of the Galician railway network for three consecutive days due to extreme flood risk.

Feb 7 • 10:35 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Crime & Justice

The Mossos ask for collaboration to find the aggressors of two Renfe security guards in L'Hospitalet de Llobregat

The Mossos d'Esquadra have requested public assistance to locate two men who attacked Renfe security guards with a machete in L'Hospitalet de Llobregat.

Feb 6 • 20:58 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

Renfe, Ouigo and Iryo cancel more than 330 high-speed trains due to the railway strike

Renfe, Ouigo, and Iryo are canceling over 330 high-speed trains during the general strike in the railway sector scheduled for February 9, 10, and 11.

Feb 6 • 15:56 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Keys of the train drivers' strike in February: Will the strike continue? What trains are affected and what minimum services will Renfe have?

Train drivers are set to strike on February 9, 10, and 11 to protest labor conditions.

Feb 6 • 14:44 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

Transport and the unions of Adif and Renfe still fail to reach an agreement and the strike continues

After three days of negotiations, the Ministry of Transport and unions representing workers from Adif and Renfe have yet to reach an agreement regarding the planned strike on February 9, 10, and 11, with unions calling for increased investments in railway infrastructure following recent accidents.

Feb 6 • 10:59 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
Crime & Justice

Outrage among victims and families of Adamuz as Renfe cuts psychological aid

Victims and families affected by the Adamuz train tragedy express outrage after Renfe reduces psychological support, which it no longer treats as an emergency.

Feb 6 • 09:46 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Transport announces that the 'normality' of Rodalies will not arrive until April

Transport officials have stated that normal service for Rodalies will not resume until April, following recent disruptions due to infrastructure issues.

Feb 6 • 09:07 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

Rodalies does not expect to restore normal train services until April

Rodalies spokesman Antonio Carmona announced that normal train services are expected to be restored by April, while ensuring minimum services during the upcoming machinists' strike.

Feb 6 • 08:04 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
National & Local

Cercanías Madrid quadruples the number of incidents since Óscar Puente's arrival

The number of incidents in Madrid's Cercanías train network has quadrupled since Óscar Puente took charge, with 1,521 reported in 2025 compared to just 375 in 2023, while Renfe disputes these figures as 'fictitious'.

Feb 6 • 00:28 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

A landslide in Sant Feliu (Barcelona) interrupts the R4 Rodalies line between Martorell and l'Hospitalet

A landslide in Sant Feliu de Llobregat disrupts the R4 Rodalies line between Martorell and l'Hospitalet de Llobregat, affecting train services according to Renfe's announcement.

Feb 5 • 20:37 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

Transport and the Adif and Renfe unions still without agreement and the strike on February 9, 10, and 11 continues

Following a second meeting, the Ministry of Transport and representatives of Adif and Renfe workers have yet to reach an agreement regarding a strike scheduled for February 9, 10, and 11 due to recent high-speed train accidents.

Feb 5 • 13:16 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

Renfe cancels 955 trains due to the strike on February 9, 10, and 11: 272 high-speed and long-distance and 683 medium-distance

Renfe has canceled 955 trains, including 272 high-speed and long-distance services and 683 medium-distance services, due to a strike by railway unions scheduled for February 9, 10, and 11.

Feb 5 • 12:09 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Renfe, Iryo and Ouigo extend the 25-minute increase in travel time between Madrid and Barcelona until December

Renfe, Iryo, and Ouigo have agreed to extend the increased travel time of 25 minutes on the high-speed line between Madrid and Barcelona until December due to recent railroad chaos.

Feb 5 • 11:38 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

High speed loses speed: Renfe, Iryo, and Ouigo agree with Adif to delay the Madrid-Barcelona route by 25 minutes until December

Spain's high-speed train operators Renfe, Iryo, and Ouigo have reached an agreement with Adif to extend travel times between Madrid and Barcelona by at least 25 minutes until December due to ongoing railway crisis following a tragic accident.

Feb 5 • 11:35 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

Adif extends the 25-minute increase in high-speed travel times between Madrid and Barcelona until December

Adif has decided to extend the average 25-minute increase in high-speed travel times between Madrid and Barcelona until December at the request of operators Renfe, Iryo, and Ouigo.

Feb 5 • 11:18 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Rodalies begins its service with cuts and speed limitations: 'We are losing three to zero'

Rodalies train services resumed with significant disruptions and speed restrictions, with officials unable to provide a timeline for normal operation following a serious accident in January.

Feb 5 • 06:49 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
National & Local

The drip of layoffs in Renfe ahead of a historic railway strike

Renfe faces critical weeks following train accidents while negotiations with unions to prevent upcoming strike actions become increasingly complicated.

Feb 5 • 03:16 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

Renfe temporarily halts the purchase of new high-speed trains due to the Adamuz accident

Renfe has temporarily suspended the purchase of 30 new high-speed trains following the Adamuz accident, focusing instead on restoring services and supporting the victims' families.

Feb 4 • 15:46 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

Unions maintain the strike at Renfe and Adif on February 9, 10, and 11 after the first meeting with Óscar Puente

Unions have decided to continue the planned strike at Renfe and Adif on February 9, 10, and 11, as negotiations after a meeting with Óscar Puente did not reach an agreement.

Feb 4 • 13:21 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
National & Local

Renfe temporarily halts the purchase of 30 new high-speed trains due to the Adamuz accident

Renfe has temporarily halted the order for 30 new high-speed trains following the Adamuz accident, although this is seen as a prioritization rather than a permanent change in plans.

Feb 4 • 11:59 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
National & Local

Renfe dismisses another executive amid the railway crisis

Renfe has dismissed its director of Innovation, Sustainability, and Digital Transformation, Sonia Araújo, as part of ongoing turmoil following a railway crisis marked by accidents and incidents.

Feb 4 • 11:48 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Renfe temporarily halts the purchase of 30 new high-speed trains due to the Adamuz accident

Renfe has temporarily halted the purchase of new high-speed trains in light of the Adamuz accident, focusing on restoring service and aiding victims' families.

Feb 4 • 11:31 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

Renfe cancels Avant trains in Andalusia and only maintains Media Distancia from Madrid to Jaén

Renfe has announced the cancellation of Avant trains in Andalusia and will only maintain Media Distancia service from Madrid to Jaén due to adverse weather conditions.

Feb 4 • 10:31 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Renfe replaces its innovation director after the fiasco of the new Siemens software in Rodalies

Renfe has replaced its innovation director Sonia Araujo following the failure of the new Siemens software, amidst growing government scrutiny.

Feb 4 • 10:05 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

Rodalies starts again at half-speed with no forecast for full service recovery

Rodalies trains are operating again but at reduced capacity and with no clear timeline for full service restoration after disruptions and delays.

Feb 4 • 06:16 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Renfe halts the purchase of 30 high-speed trains while the Adamuz incident is clarified

Renfe has postponed the procurement of 30 high-speed trains amid investigations into the Adamuz accident involving the Frecciarossa model.

Feb 4 • 04:15 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

From little staff to lack of responsibility: all the complaints of Adif and Renfe workers that led them to demand the resignation of Óscar Puente

Workers from Adif and Renfe have staged protests demanding the resignation of Transport Minister Óscar Puente due to numerous complaints regarding staffing and accountability issues, amplified by recent train accidents.

Feb 4 • 00:22 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

Renfe, Iryo, and Ouigo agree that the trip between Madrid and Barcelona will last 25 minutes longer due to Adif's inspections

Renfe, Iryo, and Ouigo have agreed to extend the travel time between Madrid and Barcelona by 25 minutes starting February 5, due to inspections by Adif.

Feb 3 • 14:39 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Renfe, Iryo, and Ouigo accept a 25-minute increase in the Madrid-Barcelona journey due to Adif's reviews

Renfe, Iryo, and Ouigo have agreed to extend the Madrid-Barcelona travel time by 25 minutes as a result of maintenance reviews conducted by Adif, alongside the cancellation of nine early or late services to enhance maintenance operations.

Feb 3 • 13:58 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
National & Local

Renfe, Iryo, and Ouigo agree with Adif to increase travel time between Madrid and Barcelona by 25 minutes

Renfe, Iryo, and Ouigo have reached an agreement with Adif to temporarily increase travel times between Madrid and Barcelona by 25 minutes due to maintenance work on the tracks.

Feb 3 • 13:37 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

Adif and Renfe workers protest after recent accidents: 'We need to act radically'

Workers from Adif and Renfe protested in front of the Ministry of Transport and Sustainable Mobility demanding accountability and better railway management following recent accidents in Adamuz and Rodalies.

Feb 3 • 12:45 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Massive protest by Renfe and Adif workers in front of the Ministry of Transport led by Óscar Puente: "More investment is needed"

A large protest by Renfe and Adif workers took place in Madrid, voicing their dissatisfaction with the government's lack of investment in railway infrastructure and safety following recent accidents.

Feb 3 • 12:02 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
National & Local

The cancellation of the AVE limits travel between Madrid and Barcelona

The recent cancellation of AVE trains complicates same-day travel between Madrid and Barcelona, forcing travelers to rely on expensive flights.

Feb 3 • 03:28 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
National & Local

Renfe, Iryo and Ouigo suspend the last AVE trains from Madrid to Barcelona until further notice at the request of Adif

Renfe, Iryo, and Ouigo have canceled the last AVE trains between Madrid and Barcelona until further notice in order to inspect the track after issues were reported by drivers.

Feb 2 • 15:52 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Adif cancels the last trains of the day on the Madrid-Barcelona line for maintenance operations

Due to ongoing train delays on the Madrid-Barcelona corridor, Adif has requested operators Renfe, Iryo, and Ouigo to suspend the last journeys of the day to facilitate infrastructure maintenance.

Feb 2 • 14:32 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

Adif requests Renfe, Ouigo, and Iryo to suspend the last daily trains between Madrid and Barcelona for track work

Adif has requested Renfe, Ouigo, and Iryo to cancel the last high-speed train services between Madrid and Barcelona to carry out maintenance work on the railway tracks.

Feb 2 • 12:58 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Adif asks Renfe, Iryo, and Ouigo to withdraw their last minute services on the Madrid-Barcelona route to allow more time for their revisions

Adif has requested that Renfe, Iryo, and Ouigo stop their last-minute services on the Madrid-Barcelona route to provide more time for daily inspections due to increasing incidents reported by drivers.

Feb 2 • 12:57 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The 'bus command' that clogged Valladolid and now rules Renfe in Óscar Puente's great crisis: "There were times of much conflict"

The article discusses the challenges faced by Valladolid's public transport system and its mismanagement, leading to rising debts and public dissatisfaction amid modernization efforts.

Feb 1 • 21:55 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

The Adamuz accident and the cessation of operations between Madrid and Andalusia ties Renfe, Iryo, and Ouigo to the red numbers

The tragic train accident in Adamuz, Córdoba, will have significant economic repercussions for high-speed companies Renfe, Iryo, and Ouigo, leading to financial losses.

Feb 1 • 20:28 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

Renfe announces Rodalies will not return to normal on Monday and dismantles the Government's plan

Renfe has announced that only one Rodalies line will be fully operational on Monday, with the rest requiring alternative bus services, contradicting the Government's earlier claim of a return to normalcy.

Feb 1 • 20:15 UTC

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