SP Train Strike Day 2: Rodízio Suspended

Which train lines are on strike in São Paulo?

Lines 11-Coral, 12-Safira and 13-Jade are paralysed for a second consecutive day. All metro lines (1-Blue, 2-Green, 3-Red, 4-Yellow and 5-Lilás), monorail lines (15-Silver and 17-Gold) and CPTM lines 7-Ruby, 8-Diamond, 9-Emerald and 10-Turquoise are running normally.

Why are workers striking?

Employees are protesting the concession of the three lines to private operator Trivia Trens. They are demanding job guarantees for 4,700 workers, re-nationalisation of the lines, and passage of Bill 730/2025 in the São Paulo state assembly (Alesp) — a proposal by PSOL deputy Guilherme Cortez that would require the state government to absorb CPTM staff into public administration after any concession.

Is there a court order in place?

Yes. The São Paulo Regional Labour Court (TRT-SP) ruled that at least 80% of striking workers must operate the three lines during peak hours, and at least 60% during off-peak hours. CPTM president Michael Cerqueira stated on Tuesday (4 August) that strikers are not complying with the ruling. The union faces a R$ 400,000 daily fine for non-compliance. The union (STEFZCB) has not set a deadline for ending the strike.

What does the vehicle-rotation suspension mean for drivers?

São Paulo's vehicle-rotation scheme (rodízio) restricts cars from the city centre based on licence-plate numbers on weekday rush hours. When the rail network is disrupted, the city suspends the scheme so commuters can drive without penalty. The suspension remains in effect for the duration of the strike.