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Published: January 27, 2026 Report Code: GDMMCCO078MR-ST

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Analyze Australia’s coal mining industry outlook with GlobalData’s Australia Coal Mining to 2035 report. Explore coal production forecasts, reserves, thermal and metallurgical coal trends, world coal prices, major mining projects, operational developments, mining sector CO₂ emissions, and demand drivers from power generation, steel, and cement industries. Gain insight into Australia’s coal market, key mining companies, exploration activity, and clean energy partnerships shaping the sector through 2035.

Why Does Australia’s Coal Mining Market Matter for You?

Australia remains one of the world’s most significant coal producers, with thermal and metallurgical coal continuing to play a major role in domestic production and export markets.

This report provides a comprehensive analysis of Australia’s coal mining industry through 2035. In addition, it examines production trends, reserves, pricing dynamics, demand drivers, operational developments, emissions trends, and major active and planned mining projects.

You can use this report to:

  • Understand historical and forecast coal production trends in Australia
  • Analyze thermal and metallurgical coal market dynamics
  • Track major mine expansions, operational developments, and exploration projects
  • Benchmark leading coal producers and competitive positioning
  • Evaluate demand drivers from power generation, steel, and cement industries
  • Monitor mining sector CO₂ emissions and climate-related developments
  • Identify investment, partnership, and supply chain opportunities across the coal sector

Built on GlobalData’s proprietary mining intelligence and sector expertise, this report helps support strategic planning, market analysis, investment evaluation, and competitive benchmarking.

Key Insights in the Australia Coal Mining Industry Report

The report highlights how Australia’s coal mining industry continues to remain a critical pillar of the national economy.

Key themes covered include:

  • Thermal coal accounts for more than 60% of Australia’s total coal output
  • Coal production remained broadly stable in 2025 at 65.3 million tonnes (Mt)
  • Continued ramp-up at the Olive Downs Complex following the start of operations in June 2023
  • Planned production increases at Sarji, Maules Creek, and Burton mines
  • Improved stripping ratios and operational efficiency at Hunter Valley and Dawson mines
  • Forecast coal production growth of 3.9% in 2026 to 483.2Mt
  • Capacity expansion at Maxwell Underground, Byerwen, Narrabri Underground, and New Acland mines
  • Growing focus on international climate and clean energy partnerships

In addition, the report analyzes global coal reserves, pricing trends, and sector-wide emissions developments influencing the Australian market.

Scope

What Will You Learn from This Australia Coal Mining Market Analysis Report?

This report provides insight into:

  • Australia’s coal production outlook through 2035

  • Thermal and metallurgical coal production trends

  • Coal reserves and reserve distribution by country

  • World coal price trends

  • Demand drivers affecting the coal mining sector

  • Competitive landscape and major mining companies

  • Major operating, planned, and exploration projects

  • Mining sector CO₂ emissions by commodity

  • International climate and clean energy partnerships linked to the mining industry

Target Buyers for This Report

This report may be valuable for:

  • Mining companies and coal producers

  • Commodity market analysts

  • Metals and mining investors

  • Energy sector strategists

  • Infrastructure and industrial development firms

  • Steel and cement manufacturers

  • Government agencies and policymakers

  • Mining equipment and services providers

  • Environmental and sustainability consultants

  • Investment banks and advisory firms

  • Supply chain and logistics companies

In addition, companies evaluating long-term exposure to coal markets and mining investment opportunities may use this report to support strategic decision-making.

How Companies Use This Australia Coal Mining Industry Report

Mining companies, investors, and industrial stakeholders can use this report to benchmark production trends, evaluate projects, and monitor competitive developments across the Australian coal sector.

For example:

  • Coal producers may use the report to benchmark production performance and operational efficiency

  • Investors can assess forecast output growth and mine expansion activity

  • Steel and cement manufacturers may evaluate coal supply trends and long-term demand drivers

  • Equipment and mining services providers can identify opportunities linked to new and expanding mining projects

  • Consulting firms may use the insights to support commodity market analysis and investment strategy projects

  • Sustainability teams can monitor emissions trends and climate-related developments affecting the industry

Reasons to Buy

Benchmark Australia’s Coal Industry Against Global Mining Leaders

This report helps you benchmark Australia’s coal mining sector against broader global coal production and reserves trends.

It provides comparative insight into:

  • Coal production performance

  • Reserve positioning

  • Operational developments

  • Exploration activity

  • Competitive landscape dynamics

  • Commodity pricing trends

  • Mining emissions and climate initiatives

As a result, you can better understand how Australia’s coal mining industry is evolving within the global energy and commodities market.

Built on Trusted GlobalData Mining Intelligence

GlobalData’s Australia Coal Mining to 2035 report is built on proprietary mining industry databases and deep commodity sector expertise.

Trusted by Fortune 500 companies, mining firms, investors, and government stakeholders, GlobalData’s intelligence helps organizations monitor market developments and identify emerging opportunities.

In addition, GlobalData’s analysts bring decades of expertise across mining, energy, industrial commodities, and natural resources sectors.

Act Now to Track Australia’s Coal Production and Mining Project Opportunities

Australia’s coal sector continues to evolve through operational expansions, production efficiency improvements, and shifting global energy dynamics.

This report can help you monitor production forecasts, benchmark mining developments, and identify strategic opportunities across Australia’s coal mining industry through 2035.

Glencore
Yanzhou Coal Mining Co Ltd
BHP
Peabody Energy
Anglo American Plc

Table of Contents

Overview

Coal reserves and resources

Coal production

Competitive landscape

Coal prices

Major active mines

Major development projects

Major exploration projects

Demand and trade

Mining taxes and royalties

Appendix

Table

Table 1: Coal reserves by country (billion tonnes), 2020

Table 2: Coal reserves by country (billion tonnes), 2021

Table 3: Coal production by type (million tonnes), 2006–2026

Table 4: Production by company (million tonnes), 2022

Table 5: Newcastle thermal coal prices, quarterly ($/tonne), 2015–2022

Table 6: Active mines, 2022

Table 7: Development projects, 2022

Table 8: Exploration projects, 2022

Table 9: List of future closing coal-fired plants in Australia, 2022–26

Table 10: Coal consumption by end use (million tonnes), 2006–2026

Table 11: Coal exports by country (million tonnes), 2021

Table 12: Historical and forecast coal exports (million tonnes), 2006–2026

Table 13: Electricity mix (TWh), 2021

Table 14: Glencore Plc, major projects, 2022

Table 15: BHP, major projects, 2022

Table 16: Yancoal Australia Ltd, major projects, 2022

Table 17: Peabody Energy Corp., major projects, 2022

Table 18: Whitehaven Coal Ltd, major projects, 2022

Table 19: Anglo American plc, major projects, 2022

Table 20: National level mining governing bodies and agencies, 2022

Table 21: Mining governing bodies and agencies by state/territory, 2022

Table 22: Mining governing bodies and agencies by state/territory, 2022

Table 23: Exploration (mineral owner) license application and renewal fees in NSW, 2022

Table 24: Exploration (mineral owner) license application and renewal fees in NSW, 2022

Table 25: Mining leases and fees in NSW, 2022

Table 26: Assessment leases and fees in NSW, 2022

Table 27: Mining license, lease, permit and administration fees in Northern Territory, 2022

Table 28: Mining titles and fees in Victoria, 2022

Table 29: Mineral titles and fees in Queensland, 2022

Table 30: Mineral tenements and fees in South Australia, 2022

Table 31: Fees for mining license and lease in Tasmania, 2022

Table 32: Other mining related fees in Tasmania, 2022

Table 33: Mining rents in Tasmania, 2022

Table 34: Mining tenements and fees in Western Australia, 2022

Table 35: Royalty rates in New South Wales by commodity, 2022

Table 36: CRD factor, 2008–2021

Table 37: Price and royalty rate for base and precious metals in Queensland, FY2021–2022

Table 38: Discounts on processed minerals, 2022

Table 39: South Australia royalty rates (%), 2022

Table 40: Royalty rates in Western Australia (%), 2022

Table 41: Withholding tax (%), 2022

Table 42: Likelihood: High

Table 43: Likelihood: Medium

Table 44: Likelihood: Low

Figures

Figure 1: Proved coal reserves by country (%), 2020

Figure 2: Coal production by type (million tonnes), 2006–2026

Figure 3: Australian thermal coal prices, quarterly ($/tonne), 2015–2022

Figure 4: Coal consumption by end-use (million tonnes), 2006–2026

Figure 5: Export by country (%), 2010 vs 2021

Figure 6: Historical and forecast coal exports (million tonnes), 2006–2026

Figure 7: Electricity generation mix (%), 2021

Figure 8: Coal Production by company (million tonnes), 2020 vs 2021

Figure 9: Three Levels of Australia Government

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