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On Sunday 8 November, the final Great Lakes coal freighter delivered to the B.C. Cobb plant, in Michigan, USA.
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On Sunday 8 November, the final Great Lakes coal freighter delivered to the B.C. Cobb plant, in Michigan, USA.

A round-up of some of this week’s key news items from the international coal industry, from project developments to updates on coal mining.

BMT WBM has been awarded a contract to design a new conveyor system for the Loy Yang coal mine in Victoria, Australia.

FreightCar America Inc. report strong growth following 3Q15 results with revenues totalling US$241.1 million.

Siwetell, part of Cargotec, has secured a contract to supply a sixth unloader to the Mai-Liao power plant in Taiwan.

A round-up of some of this week’s key news items from the international coal industry from updates on projects to the latest third quarter results.

The start of construction for the equivalent forest railway path with termination stop ‘tower at the heavy mountain’ commences.

Norfolk Southern reports financial results for railway operations and coal revenues for 3Q15.

Cloud Peak and Westshore Terminals amend their throughput agreement as US coal exports are hit by oversupply and a strong US dollar.

Canadian rail operator, CN, has announced record third quarter results, despite a downturn in coal shipments.

A drop in freight volumes in most industries – including an 18% fall in coal volumes – saw Union Pacific’s 3Q15 operating revenues down 10%.

Australian rail company, Aurizon, recorded falls in coal and iron ore volumes in 3Q15, reflecting the challenging environment for bulk commodities.