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27 Dec 2019 | 06:17 PM UTC

Portugal: Ground handlers to strike at airports countrywide December 27-29

Ground handlers to strike at airports across Portugal December 27-29; transportation disruptions possible

Warning

Event

Workers at the ground handling company Portway are set to strike from Friday, December 27, to Sunday, December 29, in airports across Portugal. The strike will take place at Lisbon Portela airport (LIS), Porto's Francisco Sá Carneiro airport (OPO), Faro airport (FAO), and Madeira airport (FNC). Disruptions to airport operations, including flight delays, are possible as a result of the strike. 

Advice

Individuals in Portugal are advised to monitor developments to the situation, anticipate disruptions to airport operations, and adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities.