Overview
- SEMAF, CCOO and UGT called off the planned Feb. 9–11 walkout after the Transport Ministry, Adif and Renfe pledged measures to strengthen rail safety and staffing.
- Smaller unions CGT and Sindicato Ferroviario said they would continue striking through Wednesday, citing exclusion from the talks and lack of detail on the deal.
- The Transport Ministry set minimum service levels of 73% for long-distance trains, 75% for commuter services at rush hour and 50% off-peak.
- Officials and unions described commitments to bolster investment, clarify responsibilities and improve safety management, with detailed steps yet to be published and monitoring promised by CCOO.
- January’s accidents left 46 dead in Andalusia and one driver dead in Catalonia, investigations are ongoing, and EU rules require refunds, care and compensation for delays or cancellations, including those caused by strikes.