Sines gas terminal strike reaches 100% participation

Sunday, 23 August 2026AI summary
Sines gas terminal strike reaches 100% participation
Photo: JOSE SENA GOULAO/LUSA

Workers at REN Atlântico, which manages the liquefied natural gas terminal in Sines, began a three-day strike this Sunday with 100% participation. The industrial action has raised concerns regarding potential supply disruptions, with officials in Madeira already warning of possible consequences.

Context & Explainers

REN (Rede Eléctrica Nacional) is Portugal's operator for high-voltage electricity transmission and for gas transport infrastructure, responsible for running the transmission grid and keeping the system stable. It also publishes national electricity consumption data and is the main contact in cases of large-scale outages or transmission issues.