Mining

The US Mine Safety and Health Administration is issuing a call to safety to coal miners working in underground and opencast mines across the US.

Judy Dlamini intends to step down from Anglo American’s board in order to focus on other business commitments.

Anglo American completes sale of its 70% interest in the Foxleigh metallurgical coal mine in Queensland, Australia.

Dan Funcannon has been promoted to Vice President and General Manager for Kotmasu America’s mining division.

South32’s South Africa thermal coal saleable production saw an 8% decrease for year ended 30 June 2016.

South32 has reported Illawarra metallurgical coal saleable production decreased by 6% to 8.4 million t in FY16.

A recent survey by Timetric’s Mining Intelligence Centre identifies widely used mining software platforms across mines in Asia-Pacific.

Universal Coal has announced that the re-commissioning of New Clydesdale Colliery remains on schedule, expecting first coal in September 2016.

Westmoreland Coal will focus on the reclamation at Jewett?mine following NRG Texas Power’s cancellation of its lignite supply contract.

The Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE) has announced the winners of the 2016 Excellence in Surface Coal Mining Reclamation Awards.

Glencore has released its half year report for 2016 and reported an update on its coal operations for 1H16.

Rio Tinto’s Mount Thorley Warkworth coal mine plants 8000 seedlings this year for Warkworth Sands Woodlands restoration in Australia.

A majority of American voters support the use of coal as part of a diverse mix of energy resources, according to the NMA.

Australian coal company Whitehaven Coal is targeting an increase in production on higher demand for its coals from Asia.

Peabody Energy reaches agreement with Illinois State Department on financial assurances in support of coal mine restoration activities.