The affected facilities, Wheatstone and Gorgon, are responsible for approximately 7% of the world's LNG supply.

Despite the fault and ongoing strikes by workers, scheduled LNG deliveries remained unaffected.

The decision was based on government policy regarding the importation of fracked gas, with An Bord Pleanála deeming it inappropriate to allow or proceed with any LNG terminal developments in Ireland until an energy supply review has been completed.

The strike began after intervention by Australia's Fair Work Commission failed to reach an agreement, despite multiple rounds of negotiations.

The deal includes the delivery of eight LM6000PF+ gas turbines, main refrigerant compressors, and control units required for the initial phase.

This move strengthens the long-term supply of the Ichthys LNG natural gas liquefaction plant, in which TotalEnergies holds a 26% stake, while Inpex and other Asian minority shareholders own the remaining 74%.

The Protected Industrial Action Ballots for Chevron's Wheatstone Downstream and Gorgon Facility have opened on August 18, while the ballot for the Wheatstone Platform will open on August 21.

This comes as workers at Chevron's Wheatstone and Gorgon LNG export facilities remain embroiled in a dispute with the company over pay and working conditions.

Saipem, the renowned oilfield services provider, successfully completed the installation of a vital gas pipeline for Gastrade's pioneering Alexandroupolis LNG terminal.

With the arrival of the last module by ship from Zhuhai, China, Fluor marked the conclusion of a critical phase in constructing a large terminal for liquefying, storing, and loading liquefied natural gas for export to global markets.