Energy Resources has requested Leighton Asia to expand the production capacity at its Ukhaa Khudag coal mine in the South Gobi region. The contract adjustment will ramp up production rates from current levels to 15 million tonnes per year by January 2013.
Leighton Asia was awarded the mining contract for the coal mine in February 2009 and coal production commenced in April 2009 with total production of 1.8 million tonnes in the year ended December 31, 2009.
Hamish Tyrwhitt, managing director of Leighton Asia, said: “The request to expand capacity was a testament to Leighton’s strong performance since 2009. It further demonstrates our ability to deliver world class mining solutions to our clients, both through the quality of our people and the safety and reliability of our operations.
“Our strong working relationship with Energy Resources and the local communities in the South Gobi region will ensure the continued success of this project.”
