Australia coal news
Demand for New South Wales coal is on the rise
New export data shows that global demand for Australia’s New South Wales coal continues at near-record levels, with exports increasing by 1.5 million t in 2016.
Australian government takes balanced view with low emissions strategy
The Minerals Council of Australia reports that the Australia is committed to continuing on a low emissions pathway.
BHP Billiton makes board changes
BHP Billiton appoints Grant Kill to the company’s board as an independent Non-Executive Director.
New report backs carbon capture and storage in Australia
An independent report commissioned by government, industry and research organisations has laid down a comprehensive plan for carbon capture and storage (CCS) deployment in Australia.
New Acland mine trials ground breaking technology
New Hope Group continues to break new ground in mining technology by trialling a diesel and natural gas hybrid truck at its New Acland Mine on the Darling Downs, Australia.
New Hope Group moving forward with Acland expansion
New Hope Group receives Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act approval for New Acland stage 3 continuation project.
Orion Mining receives conditions for indicative approval for Blair Athol mine
TerraCom’s subsidiary, Orion Mining, receives conditions for indicative approval the Queensland Government Department of Natural Resources and Mines for Blair Athol mine.
Australia's mining industry launches 'Making the Future Possible' campaign
The campaign will focus on promoting the contribution of the mining sector to the Australian economy.
Glencore reports coal production for 2016
Glencore’s coal production of 124.9 million t was 5% down on 2015, mainly reflecting the divestment of Optimum Coal.
Fast-tracking NSW and Queensland project funding for industry-research collaboration
New South Wales and Queensland intend to make the mining sector more efficient and boost the strength of railway tracks through four new research projects.