Chevron Evacuates Contractors as Strikes Disrupt Operations at Australian LNG Projects

Chevron started withdrawing contractor workers from its Gorgon LNG facility in Australia as staff went on strike at two major projects.
Chevron chartered a flight to evacuate 50 contract crew from the Gorgon Project.
Chevron and unions are at odds over issues like pay, job security, rosters, overtime rules.
Workers at Chevron's Australian LNG projects started strikes after talks broke down, potentially disrupting over 5% of global supply.
No further talks scheduled between Chevron and unions according to Australia's Fair Work Commission.

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