Dec 13 (LNGJ) - Woodside Energy, the operator of the Northwest Shelf and Pluto LNG plants in Western Australia, has reached an agreement with three maritime labor unions to ensure employment of around 70 Australian-resident seafarers on LNG carriers within the Woodside fleet. In its most recent report on shipping, Woodside said it maintained an LNG carrier fleet of six vessels under long-term contracts.
“This agreement reflects our shared interest with unions in ensuring continued opportunities for employment across all aspects of the LNG industry, including shipping, and recognises the Australian government’s interest in strengthening maritime supply chains,” said. Woodside Chief Executive Meg O’Neill.
