“While substantial progress has been achieved, several key items are yet to be resolved, including rates of pay, allowances, and career progression framework,” Inpex said in an emailed response to Reuters.
The Japanese firm also said that it had been notified of further protected industrial actions that might occur from June 11-26.
Ichthys accounts for about 10 per cent of Australia’s LNG supply, putting the dispute in focus for energy traders as Japan faces a possible LNG supply crunch due to the Iran war. Australia is Japan’s largest LNG supplier.