Coal

Coal India Ltd (CIL) has begun tranche-VII of the linkage auction to non-regulated sector (NRS) within days of completion of tranche-VI.

Bedeschi has announced the finalisation of a contract for a coal transshipment system in Indonesia.

Riya Vyas, iEnergy Natural Resources Ltd, evaluates the coal industry's 2023 progression, indicating favourable demand in 2024 amidst political and environmental developments.

Teck has provided a 2023 update on its Quebrada Blanca operations in Chile.

Teck Resources Ltd has announced the closing of the sale of a minority interest in its steelmaking coal business, Elk Valley Resources, to Nippon Steel Corp. and POSCO.

Lee Gailer, RST Solutions, outlines how to achieve ideal moisture levels for controlling dust while using less water to preserve product quality.

Peabody has announced that the North Goonyella Mine in Australia will now be known as the Centurion Mine.

Australian Pacific Coal has agreed terms for a US$60 million funding package for the Dartbrook Mine.

Erin Karschnik and Gary Robertson, Komatsu, consider the ‘hidden’ benefits and value of bucket payload technology and its impact on soft rock mining operations.

Caterpillar Inc., USA, presents the latest contribution to the dozer sector and considers its prospects of upholding the proud tradition of the historic Cat D10 Dozer line.

FutureCoal welcomes COP28’s recognition of the role that abated coal and carbon capture technologies will play in lowering global emissions, but questions whether there is genuine acceptance of the multiple pathways to decarbonisation.

Troy Rybicki, Bridon Bekaert, reviews the advantages of fibre rope boom suspension pendants, highlighting their substantial weight reduction, damping properties, reduced metal fatigue, and extended operational lifespan.

Komatsu, Becker-Warkop, and Hydrotech have delivered powered roof supports to a US longwall coal producer.

The latest IEA market report sees lower demand to 2026, based on current policies, but stronger actions are needed to drive a steeper decline towards meeting international climate goals.

David Kurtz, GlobalData, overviews the current state of the Indian coal sector.