ROANOKE, W.Va. — The Metallurgical Coal Producers Association (MCPA) and the U.S. Department of Labor’s Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) formally signed a national Alliance Agreement during the 2026 MCPA Annual Conference, establishing a collaborative effort focused on advancing miner safety, health education and industry best practices within the metallurgical coal sector. The agreement, signed as part of MSHA’s Alliance Program, brings together MCPA and MSHA to promote safer...

ROANOKE, WV (May 21, 2026) – Coal executives from five metallurgical coal production companies agreed while the industry is facing headwinds now with low market prices, there are still opportunities to shine in the future. The panelists, which included executives from Alpha Metallurgical Resources, Robindale Energy, Allegheny Met, Blackhawk Mining and RAMACO Resources gave their thoughts on the current state of the coal industry and its future during a panel discussion Wednesday morning on...

GRUNDY, VA (NOVEMBER 4, 2025) – Outstanding achievements in the Virginia coal industry were recognized Thursday, October 30 during the annual Metallurgical Coal Producers Association (MCPA) and Virginia Energy awards banquet. The event was held at the Russell County Conference Center in Lebanon, VA, and recognized the best in the industry in mining, reclamation and safety. “We enjoy taking this opportunity every year to recognize the best of the best companies who are engaged daily in mining...