Apsatsky Mine – Russia
The following article examines the Apsatsky Mine in Russia, placing it in the broader context of the Russian coal industry. It covers the mine’s likely location and geological characteristics, the…
Jayant Mine – India
The Jayant coal mining complex is one of the notable mining operations in central India, located in the broader Singrauli coalfield region. This article explores the mine’s location, geological characteristics,…
Sub-bituminous B
Sub-bituminous B coal is a low- to medium-rank thermal coal that plays an important role in contemporary energy systems, particularly for power generation. It sits between lignite and bituminous coal…
Sub-bituminous coal
Sub-bituminous coal is an intermediate rank of coal that bridges the gap between lignite and bituminous coal. It plays a crucial role in modern energy systems, particularly in power generation,…
Low-volatile bituminous coal
Low-volatile bituminous coal is a high-rank coal grade prized for its elevated carbon content, strong coking properties and relatively low volatile matter. This article examines its geological characteristics, global distribution,…
High-volatile bituminous coal
High-volatile bituminous coal occupies an important place among the ranks of coal used around the world. This article summarizes its geological characteristics, where it occurs and is mined, economic and…
Semi-soft coking coal
Semi-soft coking coal occupies an important middle ground in the world of metallurgical coals. It is neither the highest-grade hard coking coal used to produce premium blast-furnace coke nor the…
Soft coking coal
Soft coking coal occupies a specific and important niche within the family of bituminous coals. It combines properties that make it partially suitable for metallurgical processes, particularly when blended with…
Hard coking coal
Hard coking coal is one of the most important raw materials in traditional iron- and steelmaking. Unlike thermal coal used mainly for power generation, this specialised grade of coal is…
