Renfe Drivers' Strike on November 10 and 12 Severely Impacts Freight Services
Spanish train drivers, represented by the union Semaf, are conducting strikes on November 10 and 12, primarily affecting Renfe staff. The Ministry of Transport has mandated minimum service levels, with freight trains guaranteed only 20% of their scheduled operations. In contrast, passenger services are significantly more protected: commuter trains will run at 75% during peak hours and 50% off-peak, regional trains at 65%, and high-speed and long-distance services at 72%. The strike on November 10 is a full 24-hour stoppage, while November 12 will feature partial stoppages. This rail-specific industrial action is part of a three-day period of disruption, as a general strike not specific to the rail sector is also scheduled for November 11. The core of the dispute revolves around a safety agreement signed on February 9, which the union claims has seen insufficient progress since April, with meetings being postponed.
