Luis Pierrini resigned as transportation secretary on Wednesday for personal reasons, and the government appointed Fernando Herrmann as his replacement. Herrmann, an architect with a long academic background, will face the challenge of negotiating with the Automotor Tram Union (UTA). This change is part of adjustments in the national Cabinet.
On Wednesday, January 21, 2026, Luis Pierrini submitted his resignation as the nation's Secretary of Transportation, citing personal reasons. The national government quickly confirmed the appointment of Fernando Herrmann to take over the role, effective immediately.
Herrmann, a trained architect, brings a long academic career in transportation and urban planning. One of his key challenges will be negotiating with the Automotor Tram Union (UTA), a crucial union in the sector.
This shift fits into recent changes in the president's Cabinet, though no further modifications were detailed. Pierrini's departure, who had held the position since the start of the term, raises questions about the continuity of public transport and mobility policies in the country.
Official sources stated that the transition will be smooth, prioritizing stability in a sector vital to Argentina's economy.
