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Partnership with Portugal on power system resilience
Portugal and the UK have a long history of working together as allies. Sharing experience on power system resilience is another example of this centuries-old partnership in action.
Resilience & Emergency Management
25 Sep 2026 - 1
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Why collaboration matters
As electricity systems change, sharing knowledge helps operators understand common challenges and plan ahead.
NESO experts met colleagues from Portugal’s transmission network operator, Redes Energéticas Nacionais (REN), to discuss system resilience, weather events, restoration planning and the challenges of operating a modern electricity network through the energy transition.
Learning from real-world experience
Chris Radojewski, EU Public Affairs and Policy Manager, said:
“Learning directly from experts offers deeper insight than data and reports. The visit has built a foundation for continued exchange across multiple disciplines, including planning, operations and resilience.”
Strengthening restoration planning
Kanan Ganakesavan, Electricity System Restoration Manager, said:
“It was valuable to hear first-hand how REN’s control engineers operate a modern electricity system and plan for different scenarios.
“We identified shared challenges and took away valuable lessons for implementing best practice.”
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Building foundations for future exchange
The discussions build on both organisations’ participation in the Renewables Grid Initiative and Coreso, creating a strong foundation for continued collaboration.
NESO colleagues also met Lisa Bandari, Ambassador to Portugal, at the British Embassy in Lisbon. The conversation focused on Great Britain’s experience of maintaining grid stability and system resilience as the energy system changes, alongside the UK Government’s Clean Power Mission.
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By continuing to share expertise with international partners, NESO can help build a more resilient, secure and future-ready energy system — in Great Britain and beyond.
