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AMBA Commuter Trains Run at 30 Km/H as Government Seeks Conciliation

Authorities moved to halt the union's low‑speed operation described by engineers as a safety precaution.

Overview

  • Trenes Argentinos reported widespread delays and cancellations after La Fraternidad ordered trains to run at 30 km/h across the Roca, Mitre, San Martín, Sarmiento, Urquiza and Belgrano Sur lines.
  • The Secretaría de Transporte and Trenes Argentinos asked the Secretaría de Trabajo to impose compulsory conciliation to stop the action.
  • La Fraternidad cited track conditions, defective signaling and stalled pay talks, while the operator called it a surprise and covert measure.
  • Disruptions included a Roca service stranded between Burzaco and Adrogué with passengers walking along the tracks before service was restored.
  • Officials estimate the disruption affects more than one million daily users, and the union signaled the slowdown could continue beyond 24 hours unless demands are addressed.