INPEX Australia

INPEX is proud to celebrate one year supporting Hoops 4 Health AUS, a First Nations-led organisation helping deliver programs that create safe and inclusive spaces for young people to connect and build confidence through basketball.

Over the past 12 months, our support has contributed to more than 70 sessions at Hoops 4 Health’s training centre, reaching young people with culturally grounded programs across Darwin and surrounding communities.

We look forward to continuing our support for Hoops 4 Health as we work together to drive meaningful community outcomes and support the wellbeing of the Top End’s young people.

Meet Katie, Operations Scheduler at INPEX.

Born and raised in Katherine, NT, she began working onshore at Ichthys LNG as a Mechanical Fitter during the construction phase.

Swipe to read more about Katie’s career journey and her commitment to community.

Learn more about a career at INPEX by visiting inpex.com.au/careers

We recently attended the Women in Resources Inc Awards to celebrate the success of women, gender diversity champions and companies working to enhance diversity and inclusion across the Northern Territory’s resource sector.

We were proud of our Ichthys LNG team members below who were recognised as finalists, representing INPEX and our valued contracting partner, Monadelphous.

Penny (INPEX) – Excellence in Technological Innovation
Chyna (Monadelphous) – Outstanding Technician / Operator / Tradesperson
Louise (Monadelphous) – Inclusion and Diversity Champion
Nicole (Monadelphous) – Exceptional Woman in Resources

INPEX has supported the Women in Resources NT Awards since their inception 13 years ago, celebrating leadership and inclusion across the industry.

Congratulations to all finalists and winners!

At Hoops 4 Health, sport is driving positive social impact for young people across the Northern Territory.

A few of our Darwin team members recently took to the court for the Corporate Challenge – a friendly basketball tournament that brought together local businesses with a commitment to community, health and positive wellbeing.

INPEX is a proud supporter of Hoops 4 Health. Learn more about their important work here - https://www.hoops4health.org/

The Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) held in Kuala Lumpur, brought together energy leaders, policymakers and investors to explore 'Excellence in Asia: Advancing Energy Responsibly'.

Bill Townsend, INPEX Senior Vice President Corporate, joined OTC Asia’s Around the World series - participating in a panel which discussed why Australia remains attractive for long term energy investment and how domestic policy and project certainty contribute to regional energy security.

Against a backdrop of global geopolitical disruption, Bill highlighted Australia’s position as a stable, reliable and geographically advantaged region. He also shared INPEX’s long term commitment to supporting secure, reliable supply as global energy markets continue to evolve.

Thank you to OTC Asia for facilitating this forum.

The Garrmalang Festival is Darwin’s only First Nations-led festival, celebrating culture through music, art and language.

Now in its 11th year, it brings together community, artists and performers at the heart of Larrakia Country, with a range of family-friendly activities and cultural displays.

INPEX is proud to support the Garrmalang and the Garrmalang Presents program, fostering meaningful cultural connection and learning opportunities in Darwin.

Today marks the start of National Reconciliation Week (NRW).

This year’s theme, ‘All In’, reminds us reconciliation is a shared responsibility for all Australians, built through everyday actions.

INPEX's reconciliation journey began in 2013, guided by trusted relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities in the regions where we operate. Now, over a decade later, our journey continues to evolve.

At INPEX, we are proud of the meaningful outcomes we create together with communities, for communities.

Visit our website to learn more - https://www.inpex.com.au/sustainability/aboriginal-affairs/

Held in Perth, the 2026 Nikkei Asia Forum brought together business leaders, policymakers and academics from Japan and Australia to explore shared priorities including energy security, trade resilience and defence.

Opening the forum, Toshiaki Kitamura, Vice Chairman, JABCC and INPEX Former Chairman & President CEO, underscored the enduring strength of the Australia–Japan energy partnership, noting that resilient and trusted relationships have never been more critical amid global supply chain disruption.

Reinforcing the importance of the bilateral relationship, Hitoshi Okawa, INPEX Representative Director and Senior Executive Vice President, reflected on INPEX’s journey in Australia and the development of Ichthys LNG. Trust was a cornerstone of his address - foundational to the Australia Japan relationship, the formation of the team that would go onto deliver one of the world's most significant energy projects, the support of Aboriginal communities, and the policy stability that enabled long‑term investment.

Looking to the future, Mr Okawa then addressed the realities of the energy transition, noting the continued vital role of LNG alongside decarbonisation through proven technologies such as carbon capture and storage. He concluded with advice to the next generation - that important work is never easy, and it is by embracing challenge that ideals become reality.

Tetsu Murayama, INPEX Managing Director, Country Chair Australia shared that continued, responsible development of energy resources can coexist with climate ambition, support jobs and regional communities and maintain Australia’s standing as a trusted partner in the region.

Meaningful engagement with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities is an important responsibility for companies operating in Australia.

Reflecting the strong interest in this area, the ‘Unlocking First Nations business opportunities in defence and energy’ panel welcomed Yuko Tokunaga, INPEX Manager Corporate Social Responsibility, to share her insights from INPEX’s reconciliation journey across Western Australia and the Northern Territory, which began in 2013.

Yuko also highlighted the strong cultural parallels between Japanese and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, including a deep connection to land, spirituality, and the importance of mutual respect.

INPEX was proud to sponsor this event, reinforcing the importance of the long-standing friendship between Australia and Japan.

Keep your crew safe when you’re enjoying Darwin Harbour.

INPEX is doing planned maintenance works at the Ichthys LNG Module Offloading Facility (M*F) from May to December.

For the safety of our workforce and your crew, the Regional Harbourmaster has established a temporary boundary around the M*F for the duration of the works.

This exclusion zone is detailed in the map below and the boundary is clearly marked by yellow buoys.

Thank you for your cooperation.

https://nt.gov.au/marine/marine-safety/directions-and-notices/notice-to-mariners