For over 40 years, the Newlands Coal Mine (NCM) has produced thermal and metallurgical coal for export. It has now come to an end of its life and is ready for closure and rehabilitation. Glencore has engaged Liberty Industrial in the demolition of sections of the coal mine starting in 2024. The project involves the decommissioning, demolition and disposal of the Coal Handling Processing Plant (CHPP) and its supporting infrastructure. This will be undertaken across thirteen Defined Areas. The NCM site is located 140km west of Mackay, in the northern part of Queensland’s Bowen Basin. NCM is located approximately 32km from the township of Glenden.
Robust Solutions
- Liberty Industrial has taken weather conditions into account and the schedule has been developed accordingly.
- Liberty Industrial boasts a team of experienced professionals with extensive experience in the challenging environment of Newlands Mine.
- Drawing from our successful execution of the Grasstree Coal Mine project in North Queensland, our team is well acquainted with the intricacies of similar operational landscapes.
- Liberty Industrial’s commitment to excellence is underpinned by our proven track record, experienced personnel and the utilisation of state-of-the-art equipment, ensuring the successful and safe delivery of the Newlands Mine project.
- A standout feature of the approach is the strategic application of induced collapse techniques on taller structures.
- Liberty Industrial’s methodology features specialist heavy equipment and machinery, such as the Kobelco SK1300 High Reach Excavator. Within just six days, the machine dismantled three stackers ranging up to 36m in height, streamlining operations and prioritising team safety.
- Leveraging a range of excavators, the team aims to efficiently downsize other structures, demonstrating a comprehensive and tailored approach to the project.
Exceptional Outcomes
Liberty Industrial has a positive history with Glencore, having been engaged in multiple projects since 2020. Liberty Industrial aims to finish the Newlands Mine project on time and within the agreed budget.
