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FUP accepts Petrobras’ labor offer, ending the week-long strike.
Petrobras maintained production with contingency measures.
Strike raised concerns over pension plan impacts worth billions.

The Brazilian oil workers’ union FUP decided to accept Petrobras’ offer on December 22, 2025, signaling an end to the strike that began on December 15.

This signals relief for Petrobras’ operations but underscores ongoing labor tensions affecting the energy sector ahead of the 2026 elections, with potential financial implications.

Pension Concerns Highlight FUP’s Strike Motivation

The Unified Federation of Oil Workers (FUP) announced their acceptance of Petrobras’ counteroffer via a social media post on December 22, 2025. This decision ended a week-long strike that had not affected oil or gas production due to contingency operations in place. With significant pension deduction disputes, the union emphasized concerns about retiree impacts, potentially involving billions.

“A majority of our board approved Petrobras’ counteroffer, signaling plans to accept it and end the week-long strike.” — Paulo Cesar Martin, Director, FUP

Petrobras’ Strategy Keeps Production Steady

Petrobras efficiently managed the strike with contingency teams ensuring uninterrupted oil and gas production across 28 platforms and 9 refineries. Despite the strike ending, pension concerns remain, as ongoing disputes involve major financial implications for around 50,000 retirees, compounding pressure on Petrobras and the government as elections approach.

Historical Strikes Show Need for Long-Term Solutions

Historically, Petrobras faced strikes like the 2020 action with limited operational impact, while the 1995 strike led to significant losses. This recent strike follows patterns of quick resolutions but underscores persistent pension issues, which experts suggest may require legislative action to prevent future disruptions, potentially influencing Petrobras’ positioning ahead of upcoming elections.

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