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The Rodalies network faces relief after millions in investment
Users of Rodalies de Catalunya could begin to notice improvements to their daily journeys from June. The Ministry of Transport plans to remove nearly half of the speed restrictions currently affecting the network.
The measure follows an investment of more than 186 million euros aimed at repairing critical sections and improving infrastructure. The aim is to reduce incidents that for months have affected punctuality and passengers' experience.
The network currently has around 200 temporary speed restrictions. If some 100 are removed, as planned, the impact will be direct on journey times and the regularity of the service.
The announcement has generated expectations among those who depend on the train every day, especially on key connections between Barcelona and its metropolitan area. The improvement could ease one of the main sources of friction in urban mobility.
In a city where public transport is essential, every adjustment to the network translates into real changes in daily routine. Reducing incidents means not only faster journeys, but also greater confidence in the system.
The Rodalies network remains a pillar for thousands of daily journeys. The progress of these works will determine how far Barcelona manages to move towards more efficient and predictable mobility.