After a successful 2007 edition that gathered more than 270 people, Coaltrans Australia returns in 2008 to examine of the Australian coal markets, with an even more exciting programme and a beautifully renovated venue at the Sofitel Brisbane.
Among topics covered at the conference are: Australian coal in the global energy context, Short and long term price scenarios for metcoal and steam coal, Coal consumers’ perspective on securing supply, Procurement challenges facing the Australian energy sector, The impact of an emissions reduction strategy - regulatory framework, practical consequences, and reactions, Available clean coal technologies, Freight rates, supply and demand trends, Mine optimisation, Where are Australia’s new frontiers? Developing remote basins, Aligning rail & port infrastructure: Innovative strategies to escape congestion.
