Gas for Madeira arrives Thursday despite strike

Six gas tanker containers loaded at the Sines terminal during the REN Atlântico workers' strike are expected to arrive at the port of Caniçal in Madeira this Thursday, August 27, 2026. The strike, which affected gas supply logistics, ended on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, following an agreement to ensure essential supply levels to the region.

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While the supply of gas to Madeira was threatened by a strike at the Sines terminal, regional authorities report that an agreement was reached to ensure shipments continue, meaning service disruptions for households and businesses in Madeira are not expected at this time.

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