During the third quarter of 2022, Peabody Energy commenced the redevelopment of the North Goonyella Mine, which is known for its premium hard-coking coal reserves exceeding 70 million tons. The project aims to optimize the existing infrastructure and equipment at the mine, leveraging their substantial capacity.
Key components of the project include the installation of a new 300-meter longwall system, the enhancement of the coal handling preparation plant, the development of a dedicated rail loop to facilitate transportation to the Dalrymple Bay Coal Terminal, and the establishment of an accommodation village with housing and service amenities to cater to over 400 workers.
North Goonyella Coal Mine - Peabody
Peabody Energy
Bowen Basin region near Moranbah, QLD
2022 to Ongoing
Undisclosed
Extensive geotechnical review in the lead-up to the proposed re-entry and planned underground site visits.
JDK provided ad-hoc geotechnical and geological recommendations and site coverage to ensure the daily requirements of the technical services department were met throughout the project’s remaining production years.
JDK's management team was responsible for the acquisition delivery and supply of ongoing Geotechnical and Geological personnel when they were called upon.
JDK’s Rock Engineering Team has been providing extensive geotechnical expertise in the coal industry toward the interpretation of similar coal seam (Goonyella Seam) current and forecasted conditions. JDK employs industry best practices to manage, control, and prevent underground risk during production and maintenance. All work by the JDK Team was completed safely, within budget, and on time while meeting the requirements of the mine's design and OMS standards.