# Spanish railway worker strikes > Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/spanish-railway-worker-strikes > Updated: 2026-11-07T15:04:33.000Z. Sources: 27. Developments: 3. The SEMAF union initiated strikes in Spain, leading to significant service disruptions. In early November, the operator OUIGO cancelled all scheduled train services for November 2 after a court ruling provisionally overturned a government mandate intended to ensure minimum service levels. While OUIGO reached an agreement with SEMAF to cancel strikes for several dates in November and December, the union maintained its strike threats for other dates. Following a meeting with Economy Minister Carlos Cuerpo that failed to resolve grievances, SEMAF called for solo strikes across eight different operators, including Renfe, Iryo, and several others. The union’s actions are driven by allegations of breaches in collective bargaining agreements concerning worker fatigue, excessive shifts, and work-life balance. Recent negotiations with First Vice President and Minister of Transport Carlos Cuerpo yielded no progress, leading SEMAF to proceed with planned strikes at Renfe on November 10 and 12. The union described the meeting as a “first contact” session where no advancements were made regarding demands for improved railway safety and working conditions. A broader general strike is scheduled for November 17, involving 24-hour strikes at Adif and Renfe organized by several unions, including CCOO, UGT, CGT, SF, and the Sindicato de Circulación Ferroviario (SCF). The SCF has specifically called for 24-hour strikes at Adif on November 17 and 19, citing staff shortages and the need for updated technical safety instructions. Unions continue to demand increased staffing in control centers and a review of technical instructions to prevent fatigue following a fatal accident in Urda. In response to the upcoming Renfe strikes on November 10 and 12, the Ministry of Transport and Sustainable Mobility has established minimum service levels. High-speed and long-distance trains will operate at 72%, medium-distance services at an average of 65%, and freight services at 20%. ## Claims - Semaf has cancelled its planned strikes at Ouigo for November 9, December 4, and December 8. (reported by 6 sources) - Semaf is maintaining its 24-hour strike in Renfe for November 10 and partial strikes for November 12. (reported by 6 sources) - Carlos Cuerpo held a meeting with Semaf representatives that resulted in no agreement. (reported by 6 sources) - A general strike involving Adif, Renfe, Iryo, and Ouigo is scheduled for November 17. (reported by 5 sources) - The Sindicato de Circulación Ferroviario (SCF) has called for 24-hour strikes at Adif on November 17 and 19. (reported by 2 sources) - A train accident in Urda resulted in 69 fatalities. (reported by 2 sources) - The SCF union is demanding a review of technical instruction IT-402-001-023-SC-031. (reported by 2 sources) - The Spanish Ministry of Transport set minimum services for the Renfe strike on November 10 and 12. (reported by 2 sources) - High-speed and long-distance train services will maintain 72% minimum service levels. (reported by 2 sources) - Medium-distance services will operate at an average of 65% minimum service. (reported by 2 sources) - Freight services are set at a 20% minimum service level. (reported by 2 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-11-07: Spain: Minimum services set for Renfe strike on November 10 and 12 Spain has set minimum service levels for the Renfe strike on November 10 and 12, with high-speed trains at 72% and commuter services reaching 75% during peak hours. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/spain-minimum-services-set-for-renfe-strike-on-november-10-and-12 ### 2026-11-05: Spain railway strikes: Semaf maintains Renfe walkouts after failed talks Spanish railway unions maintain strikes at Renfe for November 10 and 12, and have called for a general strike on November 17 following failed negotiations with the Ministry of Transport. 21 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/spanish-train-drivers-maintain-strike-threat-despite-ouigo-agreement ### 2026-11-01: OUIGO cancels all Spanish trains for November 2 due to strike OUIGO has cancelled all train services in Spain for November 2 following a court ruling that nullified minimum service requirements during a SEMAF union strike, affecting 20,000 travelers. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ouigo-cancels-all-spanish-trains-for-november-2-due-to-strike --- Cite as: Spanish railway worker strikes. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/spanish-railway-worker-strikes