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Rolling blackouts nationwide expected from Thursday due to EAC workers' strike.

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Cyprus is facing potential rolling power cuts starting Thursday, July 9, 2026, due to strikes by workers of the Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC).
The Transmission System Operator Cyprus has indicated that electricity supply may be interrupted on a rotating basis to manage reduced power availability.
Power shortages could result in cuts of up to 25% of total demand, particularly during peak hours from 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM.
The strikes and related measures have prompted a suspension of the Competitive Electricity Market.
EAC unions are currently in discussions at the Presidential Palace regarding the situation.

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Beginning on Thursday, July 9, 2026, Cyprus may experience partial and rotating power outages due to strikes by workers at the Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC). The Transmission System Operator of Cyprus (ΔΣΜΚ) has indicated that these outages could be necessary to manage reduced electricity supply, with potential consumption cuts of up to 25% during peak hours, particularly between 7:30 PM and 9:30 PM. The outages are expected to be most impactful from 5:30 PM to 1 AM daily.

The anticipated blackouts are a result of announced measures by EAC unions, which have prompted the ΔΣΜΚ to halt the Competitive Electricity Market. The unions are currently in discussions with the government at the Presidential Palace regarding their actions, but specific details of the negotiations have not been made public. The situation remains fluid as the unions and state officials seek a resolution to prevent the rolling blackouts.

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