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Algeciras-Zaragoza rolling highway to be fully operational by the end of 2026

The port of Algeciras. Image: Shutterstock. © Miguel Perfectti

The launch of a rolling highway service between Algeciras and Zaragoza is one of the most important for rail freight in Spain. After months of uncertainty, there now seems to be possible dates for the partial and full openings of the route. The Madrid-Zaragoza section could be operational at the beginning of 2026, while the whole line might be ready by the end of it.

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Author: Marco Raimondi

Marco Raimondi is an editor of RailFreight.com, the online magazine for rail freight professionals.

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2 comments op “Algeciras-Zaragoza rolling highway to be fully operational by the end of 2026”

Michal Ciulany|26.05.25|11:51

nice information. what kind of gauge will be on this part? is it only for container traffic or maybe for trailers?

Marco Raimondi|13.06.25|11:18

Hello and thank you for your comment. It will be in Iberian gauge and will be for semi-trailers and swap bodies.

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