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Andalusia Presses Madrid to Fast-Track Coastal Rail and Málaga Airport Expansion

The Andalusian government has formally petitioned Spain’s Transport Ministry for urgent action on delayed infrastructure projects to address surging demand and regional connectivity challenges.

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Viajeros en los paneles del Aeropuerto de San Pablo en Sevilla
El consejero Arturo Bernal en rueda de prensa

Overview

  • Andalusian Tourism Minister Arturo Bernal sent formal letters on May 14 and 15, 2025, urging the Spanish government to prioritize the Mediterranean coastal rail project and Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport expansion.
  • The coastal train project, connecting Algeciras to Nerja, remains stalled at the viability study phase despite years of delays, impacting mobility and economic development in the region.
  • Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport surpassed its 2026 passenger forecast in 2024, reaching nearly 25 million travelers, with operational capacity limits expected by 2026.
  • Bernal called for immediate exceptional measures under the DORA framework, including the construction of the airport’s north access road, which has been stalled for seven years.
  • The Andalusian government emphasized the strategic importance of these projects for boosting territorial cohesion, economic growth, and sustainable development in one of Spain’s most dynamic regions.