Alliance Coal breaks ground on new Kentucky mine

Alliance Coal, a subsidiary of Tulsa-based Alliance Resource Partners, held a groundbreaking ceremony on July 6 for its newest underground mine in Henderson, Ky.   Construction of the $35 million operation is scheduled to be completed by the end of 2024. The mine will be operated by River View Coal, a wholly owned subsidiary of Alliance Coal. The coal from the…

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Getting smart about mine water management

A pair of case studies at U.S. and Mexico mines offer scope to the issue as well as the elements of long-term success  By Ken Albaugh As operational cost pressures continue to increase and water scarcity intensifies, efficient mine water management has never been more important. Integrating smart water management solutions reduces production downtime and operating costs while improving performance,…

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