Why did the Offshore Alliance cancel the planned strike at the Ichthys LNG project?

The Offshore Alliance canceled the planned strike because of 'progress made in bargaining', as stated by a union spokesperson.

What is the global significance of the Ichthys LNG project in terms of output and export capacity?

Ichthys accounts for about 2% of global LNG output and has the capacity to export around 9.3 million tons per year, mainly to Japan.

Australian LNG Union Cancels Ichthys Strike as Talks Progress

May 25, 2026

The Offshore Alliance cancelled a planned strike at Inpex Corp.’s Ichthys LNG project following bargaining progress. The facility accounts for 2% of global output, potentially impacting supply amidst existing geopolitical tensions.

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