There are more than 3025 coal mines in operation globally, of which 367 are in China, according to GlobalData’s mines and projects database. The following are the five largest coal mines by production in China in 2023, according to GlobalData’s mining database, which tracks more than 33,000 mines and projects from early exploration to closure across more than 150 countries and over 100 commodities. Buy the latest mine-site profiles here.
1. Northern Shaanxi Mine
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The Northern Shaanxi Mine is a surface and underground mine located in Shaanxi. It is owned by Shaanxi Coal and Chemical Industry Group and produced an estimated 41.34 mtpa of coal in 2023. Buy the profile here.
2. Heidaigou Mine
Located in Inner Mongolia, the Heidaigou Mine is owned by China Shenhua Energy. The surface mine produced an estimated 33.1 mtpa of coal in 2023. The mine will operate until 2030. Buy the profile here.
3. Daliuta-Huojitu Mine
The Daliuta-Huojitu Mine is located in Shaanxi. It is owned by China Shenhua Energy and produced an estimated 30.45 mtpa of coal in 2023. The mine will operate until 2055. Buy the profile here.
4. Bulianta Mine
The Bulianta Mine, owned by China Shenhua Energy, is an underground mine located in Inner Mongolia. The mine produced an estimated 29 mtpa of coal in 2023. The mine will operate until 2034. Buy the profile here.
5. Huolinhe Coal Mine
Owned by Inner Mongolia Dian Tou Energy, the Huolinhe Coal Mine is a surface mine located in Inner Mongolia. It produced an estimated 27.88 mtpa of coal in 2023. Buy the profile here.
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