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REN pays Iberdrola five million to recover network in case of blackout

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Briefings

REN signed a five-year contract with Iberdrola worth five million euros to restore power during outages, using the Tâmega hydroelectric complex in Portugal. The deal was awarded on October 14, 2026, after a tender set at 8.25 million euros, with Iberdrola's offer 39% below the base price. REN already has two similar contracts with EDP and Movhera for autonomous power restoration services.

Key points

• REN signed a five-year contract with Iberdrola worth five million euros to restore power during outages using the Tâmega hydroelectric complex in Portugal.
• The deal was awarded on October 14, 2026, after a tender set at 8.25 million euros, with Iberdrola's offer 39% below the base price.

Context

REN already has two similar contracts with EDP and Movhera for autonomous power restoration services. The contract was launched in August and adjudicated on October 14, 2026, with the Tâmega complex in Portugal hosting three hydroelectric dams where Iberdrola operates.

Limitations

Evidence is limited to a single contract signed in August 2026, with no data on performance outcomes, contract duration beyond the five-year term, or specific outage incidents covered.

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