Queensland coal exports set new record
The 11% increase on the same month last year highlights the increasing demand from world markets for Queensland’s coal.
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Marret Asset Management announces proposed sale of New Elk Coal Company
Marret Asset Management has revealed the proposed sale of New Elk Coal Company, LLC by Cline Mining Inc., part of the private portfolio of Marret High Yield Strategies Fund and Marret Multi-Strategy Income Fund.
Kibo Energy enters a Collaboration Agreement with STEAG Energy Service
Kibo Energy PLC has entered into a Collaboration Agreement with STEAG Energy Service GmbH, which will incorporate STEAG’s engineering expertise, experience and capability to Kibo’s development capacity for its growing portfolio of advanced energy projects.
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K Line takes delivery of Corona Dynamic
Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha Ltd. (K Line) has announced the delivery of new ‘Corona’ series coal carrier: Corona Dynamic.
Fenwei surveys production, sales and stocks at approximately 200 Chinese coal mines and coke plants
Fenwei Energy Information Services Co. undertakes a survey of production, sales and stocks at approximately 200 Chinese coal mines and coke plants.
Repairs underway to bring AGL’s Loy Yang Unit 2 back to service
On 11 July, AGL enlisted GE Power Australia Pty Ltd (GE) to carry out repairs on Unit 2 at its Loy Yang A power plant in Victoria (Australia).
Arch Coal announces release date for 2Q19 results
Arch Coal announces that it will discuss its second quarter financial results in an investor conference call that is due to be broadcast live on 24 July.
Blackjewel restarts operations in Kentucky, Virginia, West Virginia and Wyoming
Blackjewel L.L.C. has confirmed that the basic operations aimed at protecting the safety and security of its coal mines in Kentucky, Virginia, West Virginia and Wyoming have restarted following the suspension of operations on 1 July.
NETL and DOE invest US14.7 million in large-scale fossil fuel pilot projects
This R&D will enable the US to have a high efficiency, low emissions coal fleet that will continue to provide stability to the power grid.
New CEO for Corsa Coal
Corsa Coal has announced that its CEO will be stepping down from his role today to pursue other opportunities and names his successor.
CONSOL Energy and CONSOL Coal Resources schedule 2Q19 earnings release and conference call
These releases will be followed by a joint conference call hosted by members of the management team at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time.
Regency Mines provides metallurgical coal interests update
Regency Mines has provided an update on its interest in the Mining Equity Trust, with a key highlight being the invitation of Carraigbarre Capital Ltd into the business.
Tlou Energy issues gas flow testing update at Lesedi
The Lesedi 4 pod has reached critical desorption pressure, and a short-term gas flow test conducted at the Lesedi 3 pod yielded positive results.
SUEK commissions giant longwall face at Yalevsky mine
SUEK-Kuzbass has started to develop longwall face No. 50-05 at the Yalevsky mine in Russia.
Kibo reports positive co-operation with Mining Commission for MCPP mining licence application
Kibo Energy PLC has reported that it has had constructive and co-operative interactions with the Mining Commission, which has helped the development of the Mbeya Coal to Power Project licencing process.
Black Thunder Mine awarded 2018 Wyoming DEQ Reclamation Award
On 9 July, Thunder Basin Coal Company's Black Thunder Mine was honoured by the Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality with its 2018 Wyoming DEQ Reclamation Award.
Greece’s new lignite plant risks never being finished and operational
New EU emissions laws have shut the door on Greece’s new lignite plant.
B&W awarded patent for new coal ash conveyor
The patent is for a cost-effective coal ash conveyor system that enables utilities to reduce water usage and their reliance on ash storage ponds.
DNRME issues statement on tragic death of worker at Baralaba North coal mine
The Department of Natural Resources, Mines and Energy have released a statement following the tragic death of a worker at the Baralaba North coal mine in the Bowen Basin on 7 July.
Coal train derails into Virginia’s Great Dismal Swamp
36 rail cars carrying coal have derailed into the Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge in Virginia.
EnergyAustralia to invest over AUS$80 million to improve operational efficiency at Mt Piper power plant
EnergyAustralia is to invest over AUS$80 million in operational upgrades at its Mt Piper coal-fired power plant near Lithgow, in order to expand the plant's capacity by 60 MW without burning any additional coal.
QRC comments on Baralaba mine fatality
“The industry is working on measures for a safety reset to refocus on safety in light of the recent tragedies,” says Queensland Resources Council.
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