Peak Downs, Queensland

Peak Downs is an open-cut steelmaking coal mine located approximately 31 kilometres south-east of Moranbah in Queensland's Bowen Basin on the traditional lands of the Barada Barna people. The mine forms part of BHP Mitsubishi Alliance (BMA), the 50:50 joint venture between BHP and Mitsubishi Development, and commenced operations in 1972. Peak Downs is one of five BMA mines operating in Central Queensland and is recognised as one of Australia's largest coal mines by recoverable coal reserves.

Peak Downs produces high-quality hard coking coal used to make steel for infrastructure, housing, transport and renewable energy development around the world. Steelmaking coal remains an essential ingredient in blast furnace steel production and helps supply the materials needed for modern life.

The operation extracts coal from the Moranbah Coal Measures, a geological sequence of sandstones, siltstones, claystones and coal seams that extend more than 300 metres below the surface. As part of BMA's integrated steelmaking coal business, Peak Downs helps supply customers around the world through Queensland's rail and port infrastructure, including the Hay Point Coal Terminal near Mackay.

We work with Traditional Owners and regional partners to create long-term value in the communities where we operate. BMA and the Barada Barna Aboriginal Corporation have entered into a Native Title Project Agreement covering BMA's Bowen Basin operations, including Peak Downs. The agreement supports opportunities in employment, education, training and business development, helping create benefits for current and future generations. The agreement also supports opportunities for Barada Barna people to strengthen connections to Country and participate in economic and community development initiatives.