Virginia governor Glenn Youngkin recently made several appointments to his key board, including eight in coal mining. Full story.
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Contractor PPA adding 4,000 employees: report
Indonesian coal mining contractor PT Putra Perkasa Abadi (PPA) will be on a growth path this year, reportedly adding 4,000 employees to its roster. Full story.
Read MoreColombia establishing national mining company
The Andean nation of Colombia is reportedly finalising a launch of a national mining company and a new state-owned mining company as royalties rise in the region. The government’s National Mining Agency (NMA) told Reuters last week that Colombian president Gustavo Petro has vowed to reform the mining sector, focusing on critical minerals for the energy transition, like copper. While…
Read MoreBowen marks first coal at Broadmeadow East
Bowen Coking Coal has become the newest independent met coal producer in Queensland, Australia, with the start of coal mining at the Broadmeadow East pit near Moranbah. Read full article.
Read MoreWV Coal Hall inducts four
The West Virginia Coal Hall of Fame has inducted four industry veterans for its 24th class, the class of 2022. Read full article here.
Read MoreIndika divesting Petrosea arm
Indonesian energy company Indika Energy confirmed it is selling its controlling interest in its coal mining business, Petrosea, for A$146.6 million, so it may use the raised capital to expand a new business endeavour. Read the full article from The Asia Miner.
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