Coal news updates

The US Department of the Interior announces approval of a mining plan modification that will unlock 14.5 million t of federally owned coal at the Antelope Mine in Converse County, Wyoming.

Liam Sheeder, Belt Tech Industrial, USA, discusses how belt hardness relates to splicing success, and factors to consider when purchasing used conveyor belt.

R. Subramaniam, AGR Knowledge Services, discusses how India’s coal’s use will persist even as the nation transitions to cleaner energy sources.

The US Department of the Interior has completed the environmental review for a major Utah coal project, marking the first expedited coal leasing action under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.

Jane Marsh discusses emissions – a primary concern in the mining industry – and details how the sector is adopting sustainable practices, including smart ventilation control and heat exchange systems, to increase operational efficiency and safety.

The Department of the Interior has approved a mining plan modification for the Rosebud Mine in Rosebud and Treasure counties, Montana.

As part of the Trump administration’s commitment to strengthening American energy independence and economic security, the Bureau of Land Management will hold a competitive sealed-bid coal lease sale for federal coal reserves at the Freedom Mine in Mercer County, North Dakota, on 3 September 2025.

Daniel J. Brunner and Benjamin Lyddall, REI Drilling, Inc., USA, summarise the application of geosensing to underground directional drilling for geologic exploration.

IEA update shows coal use worldwide is likely to stay close to all-time high reached in 2024, with varying trends seen across different regions in 1H25.

The US Energy Information Administration has announced that it expects US coal-fired power plants to remain relatively well-stocked through the end of 2026.

Dan Marshall, Martin Engineering, USA, highlights common conveyor belt cleaning pitfalls, and how best to avoid them.

Eurocoke Summit will return in September 2025, bringing together global leaders to explore the future of carbon-conscious production, innovation in biocoke, and evolving global trade dynamics.

PJKT 72 and Contract Highwall Mining have officially launched Phase One of a major metallurgical coal prospecting initiative in Jackson County, Alabama.

Hexagon has announced the launch of Hexagon Operator Alertness System (OAS) 7.5, a significant advancement in mining safety technology that sets a new global benchmark.

Lee Gailer, RST Solutions, Australia, reveals the benefits of reducing water consumption with advanced spray and foaming systems.

Global coal demand could remain stronger for longer, with coal-fired power generation potentially staying dominant through 2030, according to a new Horizons report from Wood Mackenzie.

Jane Marsh outlines how sulfur contamination impacts coal operations, communities, and the environment, and advocates for companies to adopt chemical and biological methods to reduce harm.

Aaron Wilson, Flexco, considers preventative conveyor maintenance measures that reduce downtime and optimise processes.

Thiess has been awarded a 14-month extension to continue works at the Wahana project in Satui, South Kalimantan, Indonesia, by long-term client, PT Wahana Baratama Mining.

Jane Marsh, Editor-in-Chief at environment.co, details how water recycling offers coal mining companies a practical way to cut costs, meet regulatory demands, and strengthen resilience against growing water scarcity challenges.

The US Department of the Interior has given the green light to Hurricane Creek Mining to mine coal on Bryson Mountain in Claiborne County, Tennessee.

Todd Furrow, TerraSource Global, USA, explores the impact of selecting the right rotary breakers for individual mining operations.

BUMA Australia Pty Ltd has secured a two-year contract extension from the BHP and Mitsubishi Alliance continue delivering mining services at the Goonyella Riverside Mine.

Marubeni Corp. has acquired an additional stake in Jellinbah Group Pty Ltd, which owns 70% of the Jellinbah East and Lake Vermont steelmaking coal mines in Australia.