A nationwide strike in France has led to a reduction in gas pumping at the large LNG terminal in Dunkirk, which is operated by the Belgian company Fluxys. This is reported by foreign media.
Fluxys announced problems at the terminal and force majeure, which will last until October 3.
The Dunkirk terminal is the second largest hub in Europe and supplies gas to France and Belgium, covering one fifth of the annual supply needs of both countries. The strike affected not only Dunkirk, but also all other French LNG terminals.
Workers and trade unions went on strikes and protests to put pressure on the French government to cancel plans for budget austerity. The unions intend to continue the strike until the demands are met.
The strike is of great importance for the whole of Europe, as France is one of the main importers and suppliers of LNG to neighboring countries and Europe's largest buyer of Russian liquefied natural gas, most of which passes through its terminals after the termination of pipeline gas supplies from Russia.
Fluxys is an independent energy company for the transportation, storage and management of LNG terminals. The company transports natural gas, hydrogen, biomethane and carbon dioxide and provides infrastructure for various energy sources. The headquarters is located in Brussels (Belgium).
