Storm ‘Marta’ Shuts 168 Spanish Roads and Suspends Algeciras–Tangier Ferries
Renfe Halts Most Andalusia Trains and Cuts Galician Services for Third Day Amid Flooding
Ceuta Transfers 61 Migrants to Mainland Spain as CETI Occupancy Tops 140 %
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Madrid Deploys 62 Snowploughs and 4,000 t of Salt as Storm Marta Heads North-East
The Community of Madrid activated a 171-strong winter-road fleet, 62 snowploughs and 4,000 t of salt on 7 February to keep major routes open as Storm Marta pushes north-east. Companies are advised to curtail non-essential travel in mountain areas and monitor potential truck restrictions on the A-1 and A-6.
Report Finds 34 m Airline Passengers Leaving Spain Faced Delays or Cancellations in 2025
An AirHelp report released on 7 February shows that 34 million travellers experienced flight delays or cancellations departing Spain in 2025, with extreme weather now eclipsing strikes as the main cause of disruption. The findings prompt calls for corporates to insert wider scheduling buffers and highlight continuing pressure on Aena’s busiest hubs.
Spanish airports warn of ‘disastrous’ summer queues as new EU biometric border system expands
Airports and airlines say Spain risks five-hour passport queues this summer unless the EU allows flexibility in implementing the Entry-Exit System. With only 35 % of passengers currently processed, delays already reach three hours. Industry bodies want border police authorised to suspend biometric capture and for staffing to be increased. Mobility managers should factor extra time into itineraries and watch for airport-specific contingency rules.
Barcelona tractor demonstration snarls traffic as farmers protest EU-Mercosur deal
A tractor convoy blocked major streets in Barcelona on 6 February, amplifying Spain-wide farmer protests over the EU-Mercosur deal. The demonstration disrupted road traffic and complicated airport transfers for travellers and assignees. Organisers vow to stay until the government offers stronger safeguards against cheaper South-American imports.