Australia Coal Market Report and Forecast 2025-2034

The Australia coal market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 1.20% between 2025 and 2034. The major drivers of the market include rising adoption of coal for electricity generation due to the reliable, dependable, and predictable nature of the fuel and increasing requirement for coal for cement production due to the expansion of the construction sector.

Key Trends in the Market

Coal is a black combustible fossil fuel that contain high amounts of hydrocarbons and carbons and is classified into sub-bituminous, anthracite, lignite, and bituminous categories. The combustion of coal produces heat that is used for converting water into steam, that drives the turbine, resulting in the production of electricity. Certain varieties of bituminous coal are also used for making steel.

• The expansion of the construction sector due to increasing population and industrialisation are aiding the Australia coal market growth. Coal is used as a source of energy in the cement production process, which is an essential component of the construction sector. Additionally, coal combustion products also play a crucial role in concrete production.
• The rapid consumption of steel due to the expansion of the urban sector and strong momentum in infrastructure development is boosting the product demand. Burning coke with coal results in the production of carbon monoxide, which, in combination with high temperature, results in the conversion of iron ore into liquid. The impurities are removed from the molten pig ore and alloys are added, resulting in the formation of steel.
• The rising investments by the market players towards research and development activities for supporting the production of coal mining equipment with enhanced efficiency and low environmental impact is providing lucrative growth opportunities to the market.

Australia Coal Market Analysis

The report titled “Australia Coal Market Report and Forecast 2025-2034 offers a detailed analysis of the market based on the following segments:

Market Breakup by Type

• Bituminous Coal
• Sub-Bituminous Coal
• Anthracite Coal
• Lignite Coal

Market Breakup by Mining Technology

• Surface Mining
• Underground Mining

Market Breakup by Application

• Electricity
• Iron and Steel
• Others

Market Share by Type

Bituminous coal is anticipated to account for a significant Australia coal market share over the forecast period. This growth can be attributed to the broad range of commercial applications of the coal due to its relatively low moisture content and high heat value. The other advantages associated with the utilisation of bituminous coal include ease of storage and transportation. Bituminous coal also finds usage in metallurgical applications including alumina refineries, cement manufacturing, and paper manufacturing, among others.

Market Share by Application

The increasing requirement for electricity due to the rapid expansion of the commercial and industrial sectors is boosting the Australia coal market demand. The reliable, dependable, and predictable nature of the fuel is propelling the utilisation of coal for energy generation and bolstering the product demand as a backup fuel. The rise in construction activities due to expansion of the residential sector because of increasing population is boosting the requirement for electricity. The usage of coal for electricity production can also be attributed to the relatively inexpensive nature of the fuel.

Competitive Landscape

The comprehensive report provides an in-depth assessment of the market based on the Porter's five forces model along with giving a SWOT analysis. The report gives a detailed analysis of the following key players in the market, covering their competitive landscape and latest developments like mergers, acquisitions, investments, and expansion plans.

BHP Group Ltd.

BHP Group Ltd. is a mining and metals company that was founded in 1885 and is headquartered in Victoria, Australia. The company’s product portfolio includes coal, iron ore, uranium, nickel, copper, and gold, among others.

Glencore Plc

Glencore Plc, headquartered in Baar, Switzerland, is a mining and commodity trading company that was founded in 1974. The company specialises in agricultural products, coal, energy products, minerals, and metals, among others.

Bloomfield Group

Bloomfield Group is a leading mining and engineering company that was founded in 1938 and is headquartered in New South Wales, Australia. The company is known for providing high quality products to their customers.

Other Australia coal market key players include Banpu PCL (Centennial Coal Company Pty Limited), Yancoal Australia Ltd., Idemitsu Kosan Co., Ltd., Jellinbah Group Pty Ltd., Peabody Energy, Inc., Whitehaven Coal Ltd., and Anglo American Plc, among others.