Leopoldo Calvo-Sotelo, the rebellious brother of the president, Rafael del Pino, has not exercised his so-called "right of separation" and remains a partner in the new company. At the last meeting, 93.3% of shareholders supported the merger of Ferrovial with its Dutch subsidiary, triggering the move.

The government has not been able to stop the operation or convince shareholders that "there are no economic reasons" that justify the change of headquarters.