Production Optimisation Programme ("POP 2010")
The programme began in 2008 and involves the significant recapitalisation to upgrade our underground longwall and development equipment at all four of our mining facilities. This will replace existing assets with state-of-the-art equipment. We believe that POP 2010 is not only essential for the long-term sustainability of our mining operations but also strengthens our competitive advantage.
POP 2010 is a two-phase project that will install 10 new longwalls and 23 sets of tunneling equipment over two years. By implementing our new equipment, we aim to boost productivity and should also improve safety performance. The new equipment will also enable us to extract coal from deeper and more geologically challenging seams. Phase I was completed on time and to budget, and all longwall and gateroad equipment are in operation.
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Coking Plant Optimisation Programme ("COP 2010")
The COP 2010 is a capital investment programme designed to improve the productivity of our coking operations.
The refurbishment of the first section of Svoboda coke plant battery No. 8 has been completed and heating has started. The start-up of the chamber took place in December 2008.
Preparatory work for the construction of the new No. 10 coking battery at the Svoboda plant has also started.
