Frequently asked questions
Watch Adam Lancey (Vice President, NSW Energy Coal) explaining the Frequently Asked Questions here.
Following a review of all available options, BHP has made a decision to keep Mt Arthur Coal in its portfolio and seek the relevant approvals to continue mining beyond its current mining consent that expires in 2026, as part of a responsible process to cease mining in 2030 and provide a pathway to closure for the operation.
Our ambition is to work with the local community on world class rehabilitation and future land use that supports the needs of the Upper Hunter.
Watch this message from Adam Lancey, Vice President NSW Energy Coal, to employees.
Over the next eight years, we will work together with the community to undertake a comprehensive and equitable pathway to 2030 which will prioritise, above all else, building a forward plan for our Mt Arthur Coal team and surrounding communities.
Watch Adam Lancey (Vice President, NSW Energy Coal) explaining the Frequently Asked Questions here.
In August 2020, we began reviewing options to exit lower grade metallurgical coal in Queensland and thermal coal in New South Wales and Colombia. This was expected to take up to two years.
During this time we have explored a range of options, including demerging the assets or selling them to third parties. We have made previous announcements around our Cerrejon and BMC assets.
Get in touch: NSWEC.community@bhp.com or 1800 882 044