August 23, 2023 Another deadly coal accident in China threatens output growth A gas explosion on Monday at a mine in China’s third-largest coal province killed 11, halting operations there and ending a month-long run of declining prices for thermal coal.
August 23, 2023 South32 sees China economic support helping base metals Underlying earnings for the year ended June 30 came in at $916 million, lower than the $2.60 billion posted last year.
August 23, 2023 Whitehaven Coal’s 2024 output outlook below estimates, suspends share buyback The country's largest independent coal miner reported a net profit after tax attributable of A$2.67 billion.
August 23, 2023 South32 Appin mine workers to continue strike as talks stall The trade union said in a statement that the workers at the mine and the company failed to reach an agreement on Wednesday.
August 21, 2023 Australia eyes three lost years of commodities sales to China China is the biggest buyer of Australian commodities, which has allowed Beijing to use trade as a tool to amplify its diplomatic efforts.
August 19, 2023 Death toll from fire at ArcelorMittal mine in Kazakhstan rises to four The fire broke out at the mine in Kazakhstan's Karaganda region on Thursday. One miner is still missing.
August 18, 2023 Teck planning full exit from coal business, in event of partial sale will spin off remainder The Vancouver-based miner has been entertaining a variety of bids for its metallurgical coal business since late April after an earlier restructuring plan failed.
August 18, 2023 Fire kills three at ArcelorMittal mine in Kazakhstan Efforts to contain the fire, which broke out on Thursday, and to restore normal ventilation are under way.
August 18, 2023 South32 Appin mine’s supervisors to continue strike Workers voted to go on a strike till Aug. 18 after rejecting a new workplace deal.
August 17, 2023 JSW Steel considers 75% interest in Teck’s coal business The Indian steelmaker is in discussions with banks over potential financing for the acquisition.
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