As per reports, from 0000 hours (local time) on Saturday (26 July) to 0000 hours (local time) on Tuesday (29 July) , workers at Serviços Portugueses de Handling(SPdH), the largest ground handling services provider in Portugal, will begin a strike, potentially affecting airport operations across the country.
• The action is called by the Metallurgical and Related Industries Union (SIMA) and the Transport Union (ST), citing demands for fair wages, paid night shifts, and better working conditions. Further strikes are scheduled for 08–11 August, 15–18 August, 22–25 August, and 29 August–01 September.
• While arbitration has mandated minimum services, delays are still expected, especially at Lisbon’s Humberto Delgado Airport, where around 2,000 employees are based. The company has activated contingency measures, but authorities recommend arriving early for flights.
