The president of Adif meets with the Corps to explain the Urda incident and put the position at their disposal
The president of Adif, Luis Pedro Marco de la Peña, is set to meet with Carlos Cuerpo, the new Minister of Transport, to discuss the recent train accident in Urda, Toledo. Following the incident, which resulted in 69 fatalities, Marco de la Peña is expected to offer his resignation. The meeting comes after Adif's board approved a €20 billion financing framework for infrastructure improvements until 2030. This funding aims to enhance safety measures in the wake of previous accidents. Opposition groups and unions have called for Marco de la Peña's dismissal, while he has committed to implementing reforms to prevent future tragedies. His experience in the railway sector includes previous roles in both public and private sectors, emphasizing his technical and political background.
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