BP Whiting Refinery Returns to Bargaining Table with United Steelworkers
BP's Whiting refinery resumed contract talks with United Steelworkers Local 7-1 on May 18, 2026. The company said it arrived prepared for good-faith negotiations but expressed disappointment after the union left without addressing unresolved issues.
BP's Whiting refinery returned to the bargaining table on May 18, 2026, prepared to continue contract negotiations with United Steelworkers Local 7-1. The company stated it was hopeful for productive conversations but was disappointed that the union chose to leave without meaningfully engaging on unresolved issues.
During the meeting, the union again requested that BP lift the lockout. The refinery said the union remained unwilling to resume meaningful discussions on items critical to the future of the facility. BP Whiting said it can continue to negotiate while the lockout remains in place.
The United Steelworkers left the negotiations and delayed progress, according to the company statement. BP Whiting committed to staying at the table despite the union's departure.
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