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Rubí tunnel partially reopens and eases the logistics crisis in Barcelona
The partial reopening of the Rubí tunnel offers a breather for goods transport in Barcelona. After weeks of closure, one of the key connections towards Europe is back in operation, although with restrictions.
During the closure, companies and carriers had to divert routes or resort to lorries, which increased costs and delayed deliveries. The lack of alternatives turned the problem into a bottleneck for day-to-day logistics.
Now, the service is being restored progressively. Trains will run on a single track and with limited timetables, allowing part of the activity to resume while the works continue.
The infrastructure remains under constant monitoring to guarantee safety. Reinforcement work will continue in the coming weeks, so the restrictions will not disappear immediately.
The tunnel is a key link between the port of Barcelona and the rest of Europe. Its closure has exposed the system’s fragility and the need to improve the network to prevent further blockages.
Even if you do not travel by freight train, incidents of this kind affect prices, deliveries and the availability of products. With the reopening, delays in supplies and logistics costs are likely to be reduced. Even so, while the limitations remain in place, the impact may continue to be felt in some sectors.