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Arnot Colliery

Modern underground and open-cut mining delivering high-quality thermal coal to power South Africa.

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Arnot Colliery

Arnot Colliery operational map - Mpumalanga mining area - full view
Strategic location of Arnot Colliery within the Mpumalanga coalfields (full map view)
  • Mining Method: Mechanised board & pillar (Continuous Miner)
  • ROM Coal (Current): ~0.5 Mtpa (scaling to 2.2 Mtpa)
  • Workforce: 300+ direct employees (growing)
  • Power Station: Arnot Power Station (conveyor delivery)
  • Location: Mpumalanga, South Africa
Coal Reserves (JORC Compliant)
Reserve CategoryMillion Tonnes (Mt)
Measured25.6
Indicated18.2
Inferred12.4
Total56.2 Mt

*Based on latest geological modelling (2025)

Strategically located adjacent to the Arnot Power Station and in close proximity to the Rietkuil rail siding, Arnot OpCo benefits from well-developed infrastructure and efficient access to both domestic and export markets.

The operation is supported by an estimated 210 million tonnes of coal resources and more than 20 million tonnes of reserves, providing a strong foundation for long-term, sustainable production. Arnot currently produces approximately 100,000 tonnes per month from its open-cast operations, supplying coal to Eskom's Arnot Power Station, as well as other domestic customers through FOT arrangements.

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Commitment to Sustainable Mining

Arnot OpCo employs advanced mechanised mining techniques to maximise efficiency while minimising environmental impact. Our operations are designed with safety, community well-being, and long-term resource stewardship at the core.