After coming out of bankruptcy this summer, West Virginia-based miner Allegheny Metallurgical recently powered up its state-of-the-art longwall in Barbour County after investing more than $1 billion in the mine site, facilities and employees.
“We have built a world-class team and facility here at Allegheny Met,” said Eric Lipinski, chief operating officer at Allegheny Metallurgical. “The restart of our longwall is confirmation of our commitment to the long-term success of Barbour County and West Virginia.”
With the new longwall, Allegheny Metallurgical said it estimates that it will produce 3.5 million metric tons annually to supply steelmakers.
“We have one of the most innovative metallurgical coal operations in the world, right here in West Virginia,” added Lipinski. “The operation of the longwall reflects our investment in both advanced mining technology and our workforce.”
Allegheny Metallurgical currently employs more than 400 individuals, and at full-operation will have a team of more than 500.
“The people who work here are second to none,” Lipinski said. “The hard work, commitment, and resilience of this group amazes me every day. I am so proud of what they have accomplished.”