The "Crisis" of Vaca Muerta: Why Stoppages Put the Oil Jewel of Argentina in Check

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By Elisa Corzo The Sindicato de Petroleros Privados de Río Negro, Neuquén and La Pampa has just announced a 48-hour stoppage affecting the production of Vaca Muerta, for next Thursday 31 July and Friday 1 August. It is in response to the dismissal of some 1200 workers and the discharge of others 2000, in companies operating in one of the most booming economic sectors in the country. The measure was announced by the owner of the guild, Marcelo R…

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In June 2025, Vaca Muerta reached a historic peak: gas production reached 158.8 million m3 per day, and oil rose to 778,800 barrels per day, marking the best yield in years. However, in full bonanza, the sector faces a trade union escalation that pauses the operation. The Union of Truckers of Río Negro and Neuquén, representing the transport staff of sands for fracking, announced an indefinite stoppage that took place on Friday, July 25. They de…