Energy Coal
What Products and Services can Energy Coal offer?
BHP Billiton produces thermal coal for use in the electric power generation industry as well as general industrial uses such as cement production. We are one of the world's largest producers and marketers of export thermal coal. Our global supply footprint is comprised of equity export positions in South Africa, Australia and Colombia as well as agency and 3rd party sourcing positions in a number of geographies including Indonesia, South Africa, Australia, China and Russia.
We are able to supply a full suite of coal qualities ranging from bituminous to sub-bituminous. We are the exclusive marketing agent for PT Arutmin in Indonesia.
Together with our ability to provide downstream logistics and commercial solutions, this global footprint puts us at the forefront in being able to meet customer needs.
For information on where our Energy Coal operations are located, see Energy Coal in Our Businesses.
Why choose us?
- In addition to supporting our ability to provide customer-tailored solutions to our customers, our global network of world-class operating assets allows us to ensure security of physical supply and coal quality, a key advantage relative to many of our non-producing competitors.
- As the world's power and energy markets evolve, BHP Billiton Energy Coal is pursuing growth through market based commercial activities, leveraging its strong physical supply and logistics positions to provide its energy customers with an extended range of products and services.
- We are committed to a sustainable future. We acknowledge the challenge of managing the environmental impact of fossil fuel combustion. Coal will continue to have a vital role in meeting society's energy needs and BHP Billiton will continue to work actively and responsibly with all stakeholders to promote the use of coal in a "sustainable society". We recognise the contribution of our employees and the need to promote a safe and healthy work environment. We are committed to an inclusive relationship with the communities where we operate.
Who are our customers?
We supply Energy Coal to global seaborne markets in Europe, Asia and the Americas. We also supply domestic markets in South Africa, Australia and the United States.
Marketing Offices
The Netherlands
Verheeskade 25
2521 BE The Hague
The Netherlands
Phone: (31 70) 315 6591
Fax: (31 70) 315 6838
Singapore
3 Anson Road #18-01
Springleaf Tower
Singapore 079909
Phone: (65 6) 349 3333
Fax: (65 6) 349 4000
These offices handle all sales and product enquiries for energy coal.
E-mail: Energy.Coal@bhpbilliton.com
