Special reports

The global carbon capture and storage industry is about to go through its most active construction period to date but more commitment is needed to ensure progress continues.

President Joko Widodo, in office since October 2014, was by far the preferable choice of candidate for foreign investors in Indonesia. Yet Widodo’s win was only a hollow victory for the country’s beleaguered mining investors.

The regulatory model of mine health and safety is not enough. It’s time to move beyond it if the industry is to achieve its goal of zero fatalities.

Despite low prices for Australian coal, junior miners have the most to gain from investing in new projects

On a revenue-to-revenue basis, mining spends 80% less on technology and innovation than the petroleum sector. This must change.

The Canadian coal industry holds little upside until global metallurgical coal prices recover

The outlook for thermal coal prices is dependent on Indian import demand.

The Chinese metallurgical coal sector will continue to suffer in 2015.

US thermal coal markets continue to face challenges due to changing fuel needs in the electricity sector and an uncertain regulatory environment.

How companies can mitigate inherent risks with a captive insurer and discuss the advantages of keeping a reserve for future claims.

2014 was a bleak year for coal project development as low coal prices left little incentive to invest in exploration and mine development.

Mozambique remains a land of substantial opportunities and significant challenges for those developing its coal industry.

Only 1% of mining professionals consider the sector well prepared for meeting the coming shortage of leadership talent.

A new report from the Texas Mining and Reclamation Association highlights the economic and fiscal impacts of lignite mining and related industries in Texas.

Operational excellence and innovation are among the keys to surviving in challenging times.