Latest Coal Mining News

Australian Pacific Coal Limited’s Dartbrook Mine has entered receivership, with the company now assuming no residual value in the asset. Despite this, AQC maintains solvency and continues to explore its options amid ongoing financial challenges.

AJ Lucas Group Limited reported a solid 29% rise in Australian Operations EBITDA for the December quarter, underpinned by disciplined cost management and a significant UK settlement. Despite a revenue dip and suspended mining operations, the company reduced related party loans, securing lower interest rates and strengthening its financial position.

Cokal Limited has advanced its metallurgical coal operations in Central Kalimantan with new mining contracts, resumed coal shipments, and infrastructure upgrades, aiming for a 2026 production target of approximately 420,000 tonnes.

Jameson Resources has made significant strides in progressing its Crown Mountain coal project, securing a $3 million capital injection and navigating key board changes while advancing environmental approvals.

Stanmore Resources capped 2025 with record coal production and sales, overcoming early-year weather setbacks to meet full-year guidance and significantly reduce net debt. The company enters 2026 with strong liquidity but faces fresh weather challenges.

TerraCom Limited has successfully completed a $60 million entitlement offer, surpassing its initial $40 million underwriting and demonstrating strong support from substantial shareholders and management.

Mastermyne Group has extended its exclusive distribution agreement with Jennmar Holdings for critical strata consolidation products by a decade, locking in supply until 2047. This move strengthens its foothold in the Australian underground coal mining sector.

TerraCom Limited has announced a partially underwritten renounceable entitlement offer aiming to raise approximately A$60 million to bolster its financial position amid ongoing coal price pressures. Key directors have committed to participate, while substantial shareholder Orbit Marketing stands ready to underwrite a significant portion of any shortfall.

Aspire Mining has secured a $69.9 million lump-sum EPC contract with China Coal Technology and Engineering Group’s international arm, significantly de-risking its Ovoot Coking Coal Project and targeting first coal production by late 2027.

Bathurst Resources Limited has announced a substantial increase in its marketable coal reserves, driven by key project developments and positive feasibility studies, while total resources saw a slight decline due to reassessments and mining depletion.

State Gas Limited is on the cusp of securing its first 2P Reserve certification for the Rolleston West Project, while progressing its innovative High Density Natural Gas technology despite financial and operational hurdles.

Bowen Coking Coal Ltd has released its mid-2025 update on coal resources and reserves across key Queensland projects, confirming 11 million tonnes of run-of-mine coal reserves at Ellensfield South and Plumtree North. The report also highlights a significant resource increase at Hillalong South and a steady reserve position at Broadmeadow East amid ongoing administration.