SMAQ
Published 8 November 2026, 22:31
SMAQ — Sindicato Nacional dos Maquinistas dos Caminhos de Ferro Portugueses (National Union of Portuguese Railway Train Drivers)
The union of train and tram drivers. It calls drivers' strikes at CP and on the Metro Sul do Tejo tram in Almada and Seixal; when the drivers strike, hardly any trains run, even if all the other staff are at work.
Where you come across it. News about train and tram strikes.
Strikes are announced in advance but can be called off on the last day. To see what will run, check the minimum timetable (serviços mínimos) on the operator's website the day before.
Official website: smaq.pt