What was the outcome of the negotiations between unions and companies?

Norwegian labour unions reached a wage deal, successfully averting a strike at floating offshore oil and gas drilling rigs.

How many workers were prepared to strike if negotiations failed?

A total of 438 workers on three rigs were ready to strike if the talks did not succeed.

Was any disruption to oil and gas production expected?

No immediate disruption to oil and gas production was anticipated despite the potential strike.

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Norway oil drilling workers agree wage deal, averting strike

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Posted on June 20, 2025

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Last updated: January 23, 2026

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Norway oil drilling workers agree wage deal, averting strike

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Norwegian Oil Workers Reach Wage Agreement, Preventing Strike

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