Renfe Train Drivers Call 24-Hour Strike on October 29, 2026
The Semaf union has called a 24-hour strike for Renfe train drivers on October 29, 2026, affecting national high-speed and commuter services. Separate strikes are scheduled for Ouigo drivers on multiple dates through December 2026.
Storm Austen Disrupts Rail Services in Southwest England with 80mph Winds
Storm Austen is expected to bring 80mph winds and amber wind warnings to southwest England on 23 October, causing rail speed restrictions and cancellations. Rail operators Great Western Railway and CrossCountry have reduced services and advised passengers to check updates before traveling.
Sydney’s $23 Billion Southwest Metro to Open October 30 After Delays
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Renfe train drivers strike 24 hours on October 29, 2026 disrupts Spanish rail services
The Semaf union has called a 24-hour strike for Renfe Group train drivers on October 29, 2026, affecting all services including high-speed and commuter lines. Separate strikes by Ouigo drivers are scheduled for late October through December, impacting major routes including Madrid and Barcelona.
Storm Austen Disrupts Rail Services in Devon and Cornwall with 80mph Winds
Storm Austen brings winds over 80mph to Devon and Cornwall, causing widespread rail disruptions. GWR limits services to London Paddington-Plymouth, while CrossCountry cancels Penzance-Plymouth trains.
Sydney’s $23B Southwest Metro Rail Line to Open October 30, 2026
Sydney’s $23 billion Southwest Metro rail line will open on October 30, 2026, after over two years of delays. The driverless trains will run from Bankstown to Tallawong with frequent service and rail replacement buses on standby for initial days.
Renfe Train Drivers to Strike for 24 Hours on October 29
Renfe train drivers will conduct a 24-hour strike on October 29, 2026, over railway safety conflicts. This will cause cancellations and disruptions in train services in Spain.
Xiamen Metro Expands with New Inter-Urban and Express Lines
Xiamen Metro expanded its network by 57.4 km with two new fully automated lines on September 16, 2026. The new routes include an express metro line and the first inter-urban metro linking to Zhangzhou.
Transport Secretary Blasts East Midlands Railway Service Ahead of 2027 Renationalisation
UK Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander criticized East Midlands Railway services as unacceptable amid issues with Hitachi Rail's new Aurora trains. The government plans to renationalise EMR by March 2027 to improve service and save £150 million annually.
False Fire Alarm and Trespasser Disrupt Auckland City Rail Link
A false fire alarm at Karanga-a-Hape station and a trespasser at Waitematā station caused widespread delays on Auckland’s City Rail Link on October 19, 2026. Auckland Councillor Richard Hills confirmed the issues were resolved and services were returning to normal.
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