The introduction of barriers and proximity cards to regulate the entry of discretionary transport vehicles has sparked strong opposition. Industry professionals report that any technical issue with the system blocks traffic, causing long delays that affect both tourist buses and public transport.
Beyond traffic issues, transport operators highlight a decline in working conditions. Companies criticize the removal of parking zones and the lack of basic facilities, such as restrooms or shade, in the area designated for mandatory breaks outside the terminal.
“"The problem is not an isolated incident. When one barrier fails, the other one does, affecting all the vehicles behind."
Various institutions, including the Cabildo de Tenerife and the Government of the Canary Islands, have demanded an immediate rectification from the airport operator. Authorities describe the measure as unilateral and call for a return to normal operations to prevent economic damage and harm to the island's tourism image.
Meanwhile, Aena maintains that the recorded incidents are isolated and denies they were caused by technical system failures, attributing the delays to errors in the use of access methods by drivers.
