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Spain's rail system features both public and private operators. Renfe, a state-owned company, is the traditional operator, while Iryo, mentioned in the story, is a private high-speed rail company that began operating in 2022. Adif, also state-owned, manages the infrastructure for all trains, ensuring tracks and signals are maintained.
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