RBCT again chops coal export target
The Richards Bay Coal Terminal has reduced its 2011 export target for the second time this year, citing railage problems.
Rio confirms plan to sell Riversdale’s ZAC
Rio Tinto will sell Riversdale’s Zululand Anthracite Colliery once it has completed its takeover of the junior coal firm.
Rio Tinto to hold 100% of Riversdale
Rio Tinto is to move to compulsory acquisition of Riversdale Mining after Tata Steel accepted all of its shareholding into Rio Tinto's takeover offer for Riversdale.
Transnet mulls new Richards Bay line
Freight logistics group Transnet may build a new rail line to the port at Richards Bay via Swaziland to free up capacity on its main coal export line, reports Business Day.
Shanduka to boost Sentula profits
Teaming up with Shanduka will lift Sentula's profits, because the group will be running its own mines in addition to operating as a mining contractor.
RBCT coal line re-opens
Transnet Freight Rail has re-opened the coal export line - from Ermelo to Richards Bay - after a 20 day shutdown for maintenance and improvement.
Another Waterberg player seeks listing
A new early stage player in the Waterberg coalfields is pursuing a JSE listing, giving investors another option among a growing number of coal juniors looking to make their mark in the area.
Ngqula, Erwin meet up in coal sector
Former South African Airways and Industrial Development Corporation CEO Khaya Ngqula has got his hands dirty - literally - plying his trade in the coal industry.
Govt makes progress on Quattro quotas
The department of mineral resources has granted entitlement to two new coal exporters under the Quattro system, with a further two slots still up for grabs.
Firestone makes rights progress
Firestone Energy's application for mining rights made by its joint venture with Sekoko Resources has been approved at a regional level by the department of mineral resources.