Catamarca transport safety enforcement

In early August 2026, the Transport Secretariat of Argentina’s Catamarca province ordered the removal of 15 public‑service buses that exceeded the legal age limit, giving operators a 15‑day deadline to withdraw the vehicles. The retired units were split among three operators: Cooperativa San Fernando, El Nene S.R.L. and La Rubí S.R.L.

At the same time, the province announced a broader regularisation process for all bus operators in the Valle Central. Companies must update documentation and prove that their fleets meet minimum safety and quality standards, or risk losing operating permits. The law caps bus age at ten years, with a possible three‑year extension after mandatory inspections. Officials indicated a dossier is being prepared to retire an additional 12 non‑compliant buses and are considering longer‑term contracts to improve operators’ access to credit for fleet renewal.

A related safety measure was reported in Morelia, Mexico, where the urban cable‑car system was temporarily halted during thunderstorms in accordance with international lightning‑protection protocols. Both actions illustrate regional authorities’ emphasis on preventive safety compliance for passenger transport.