Coal - 05 February 2013

Arch Coal, one of the largest US coal producers, has released its full year results for 2012 showing a US$ 295 million net loss in Q4 2012.

Wood Mackenzie has released two reports analysing effects of Australia's extreme rainfall on the coal and coalbed methane (CBM) industries.

Brazilian mining major, Vale, has announced record coal production in 2012 as its operations in Mozambique and Australia continue to ramp up.

Dr Don Elder, CEO of Solid Energy, has announced his resignation from the company.