Planned strike action involving more than 400 offshore workers employed by Bilfinger UK Limited has been suspended after the company tabled an improved offer in an ongoing pension dispute.

More than 400 offshore workers employed by Bilfinger UK Limited were set to take part in 48 hours of strike action, beginning on 19 February, with members calling on the company to move to a gross earnings pension scheme.

The strike was expected to affect dozens of offshore installations, with major oil and gas operators including BP, CNR, Ineos Ithaca and TAQA among those impacted.

However, Unite confirmed that the 48-hour strike action had been called off while members considered a revised proposal.

According to the union, the threat of industrial action prompted Bilfinger to return to the negotiating table and put forward a new offer that would increase the company’s contributions to the pension scheme.

A consultative ballot of affected members on the revised offer is now underway and will close on 23 February 2026.

Unite industrial officer, Paula Buchan, said the suspension of strike action reflected the progress made in talks.

She added: “The determination of our members has forced Bilfinger back to the negotiating table. Our members will now decide whether this new offer is enough to bring this dispute to a close.”

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