Adani’s Australian business Bravus strikes coal at Carmichael project

AdGroup’s Australian business re-branded as Bravus said on Thursday it has struck coal and exposed the first of coal seams at Carmichael project in Queensland.

Bravus Mining and Resources CEO David Boshoff said it was an exciting day for 2,600-plus people on the project, a day that has been in the making for over a decade.

“Throughout the last two years of construction and during the many years when we fought to secure our approvals, our people have put their hearts and souls into this project. It is wonderful that we have now struck coal,” he said.

“Nearly two years ago today we received our final approvals to develop the Carmichael mine and rail project. We have faced many hurdles along the way, but thanks to the hard work and perseverance of our team, we have now reached the coal seams.”

Boshoff said Bravus is on track to export first coal as promised this year.