Semaf drivers' union strikes over rail safety after Adamuz crash

Semaf, Spain's main train drivers' union, called a three-day strike across the rail sector for 9, 10 and 11 February 2026. It announced the action on 21 January, days after two serious rail accidents in Spain, including the one at Adamuz in the southern province of Córdoba, which caused dozens of deaths.

The union demanded stronger safety guarantees on the network, better working conditions and clear accountability for those responsible for the safety of rail infrastructure. Other unions, including CCOO and UGT, also backed the stoppages. The strike began on Monday 9 February and led to cancelled trains on several routes, including services in León.

The dispute eased quickly. According to press reports, Transport Minister Óscar Puente signed an agreement with Semaf, CCOO and UGT late on the first day, and the remaining strike days were called off. Semaf later said some of the safety commitments reached in February were being blocked, which led to new strike calls at Renfe, the state rail operator.