Oil & gas news
New coal railway line profits both coal company and Crow Tribe
Crow Tribe set to profit further from reservation’s natural coal resources, as Westmoreland Coal Company delivers first shipment of coal via rail.
German coal-fired power plant upgrade makes progress
The first of two new 800 MW coal-fired units at RWE’s Hamm power plant will begin operations shortly.
Optimistic forecast for North Sea drilling
North Sea drilling activity remains steady, with a positive forecast for the next two quarters, according to a new report into offshore activity from Deloitte.
Minnesota approves Alberta Clipper oil pipeline extension
The Minnesota Public Utilities Commission unanimously approved plans by Enbridge Energy to boost the capacity of its Alberta Clipper oil pipeline in Minnesota, as environmental and Native American protesters chanted in opposition.
China’s coal output falls in first half of 2013
Chinese mining companies affected by imports from overseas and oversupply of coal.
Coal India Ltd. Looks to acquire international assets
State-run company set to invest in Botswana and Australia, following partnership with Mozambique government.
GE delivers LNG carriers to China
The first electrically propelled LNG carriers are to be delivered to China by GE Power Conversion
Scottish coal-fired power plant could remain online until 2025
Energy Minister indicates Longannet power plant could continue operating for a further two decades.
Job losses possible as Solid Energy restructures coal mine
Solid Energy propose management and support services job cuts at New Zealand's Stockton coal mine.
BHP Billiton increases coal production in 12 months to June 2013
Anglo-American miner, BHP Billiton, has announced a rise in coal production in the 12 months to June 2013.