On Friday, it was reported that Glencore [GLEN.UL] plans to buy back the prized Prodeco coal operations in Colombia from mining group Xstrata (XTA.L), but may chose to bring in a partner to do so.
Coal miner Consol Energy Inc (CNX.N)announced that a better-than-expected fourth-quarter profit and forecast increased exports of steel-making coal to Asia.
Freewest Resources Canada Inc. (TSX VENTURE:FWR) reported today the completion of its previously announced arrangement under the Canada Business Corporations Act.
North American Gem Inc. (NAG) (TSX VENTURE:NAG) has mobilized a third auger to increase mining production at the North American Gem #1 Mine in Whitley County, Kentucky.
Sparton Resources Inc. (TSX VENTURE:SRI) reported that the company has completed the second sale of germanium concentrate from its 51% owned 306 Huajun Coal Co. Ltd. which produces germanium concentrates and thermal coal in the Lincang area of Yunnan Province, China.
Goldsource Mines Inc. (TSX VENTURE:GXS) reported that the company has started the winter drill program at its coal properties in Saskatchewan and Manitoba.
North American Gem Inc. (TSX VENTURE:NAG) (NAG) reported the engagement of Ms. Deborah Moses, a Professional Engineer, with the support of Engineering Consulting Services, Inc. (ECSI) to provide engineering services for the Company’s coal operations in Kentucky and West Virginia.
On Tuesday, it was reported that Vitol buys 4-yr export space at Carbosan port, Santa Marta.
International Mining Machinery is reported to have plans to raise up to about $427 million in an initial public offering of shares in Hong Kong.
Friday, January 29, 2010