31 Oct 2023 | 11:20 AM UTC
Portugal: Unionized maritime pilots to strike nationwide Nov. 6-8
Unionized maritime pilots to strike across Portugal, Nov. 6-8. Likely disruptions to port operations, maritime logistics, passenger ships.
Unionized maritime pilots plan to strike natiownide Nov. 6-8. Members of the OFICIALMAR/FECTRANS and SINCOMAR unions are demanding assurances that their retirement age will remain at 60 years. Pilots are required to navigate freight and passenger shipping in and out of ports; the strike will likely cause delays and disruptions to port operations. Further industrial action is planned: Nov. 14-16, Nov. 22-24, and Nov. 29-30.
Disruptions to port operations, including general cargo services and passenger ships, are almost certain during the strike. Lingering shipping delays could persist after the action ends as port authorities clear any backlogs. Related protests are possible near sea ports.
Confirm maritime shipments and port-handling operations in Portugal ports through November. Exercise caution near port areas; avoid any potential protests.
