Updated 29/8/2025 Two Disputes, One Summer of Travel Disruption Passengers travelling through Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI) this summer have been caught in the middle of two parallel ground staff disputes. While negotiations between Menzies Aviation and the UGT union have moved forward, the strikes involving Azul Handling, Ryanair’s ground services provider in Spain, remain […]
New Central Bus Terminal Now Open at Palma Airport A brand-new bus terminal at Palma de Mallorca Airport has officially opened, bringing together all public bus services in one convenient location. Both the TIB interurban network (Aerotib lines) and the EMT Palma urban network started operating from the new site on Friday, the 8th of […]
If you’re flying via Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI) this summer, you will notice the ongoing building works across the terminal and its surrounding areas, with several major improvements already in place. Here’s a breakdown of what’s changed, what’s underway, and what you can expect. The Refurbishment Project at a Glance The current works are […]
Good news for residents and holidaymakers in Mallorca this summer: the strike affecting interurban TIB bus services has officially been suspended. Following a tense ten-day standoff between the SATI union and the concessionary transport companies, a preliminary agreement has been reached that will restore normal service across the island’s public transport network. Strike called off […]
Are Tourists Facing Hostility in Mallorca? We have all seen the sensational headlines: “Anti-tourism protests sweep Majorca”, “Furious Spaniards demand Brits go home”, or “Warning issued to Brit holidaymakers who plan on going to Mallorca this year.” But what is the reality behind these attention-grabbing stories? Will you be met by angry locals shouting abuse, […]
Palma de Mallorca Airport saw significant worker unrest today, as airport staff gathered for a protest over poor working conditions and job insecurity. The demonstration was organised by one of Spain’s largest and oldest trade unions, the UGT (Unión General de Trabajadores). It took place between 08:00 and 12:00 and drew around 50 workers. The […]
Weather disruptions affecting Palma de Mallorca Airport After a turbulent night of storms at Barcelona Airport, unsettled weather continues to affect north-eastern Spain and parts of the Mediterranean. Ongoing storm cells are forcing air traffic controllers to reduce the number of flights per hour across several Mediterranean airspace sectors, resulting in delays and possible diversions. […]
Updated 25/07/2025 What Visitors Need to Know About the Industrial Action If you are planning to explore Mallorca by public bus this summer, be aware of strike action that is currently impacting services across the island. The strike involves TIB buses, which operate interurban routes connecting Palma and many towns and resorts throughout Mallorca, including […]
Severe Storm Hits Mallorca This Morning Passengers travelling via Palma de Mallorca Airport today, Thursday 10 July, are facing significant disruption due to an intense summer storm that swept across the island early this morning. Flight Delays and Air Traffic Restrictions at Palma Airport Heavy rain, thunder, and lightning hit much of Mallorca at dawn, […]
Latest update from Palma Airport – Friday, July 4th Major Delays and Cancellations at Palma Airport on the 3rd and 4th of July Travellers across Europe are once again facing disruption as French air traffic controllers stage a strike on the 3rd and 4th of July. The industrial action is affecting not only flights to […]
