North American Coal

Our operations are closely integrated with your processes, goals and business needs. Our solutions are focused on your long-term success.Our business model aligns company goals with customer objectives. Our contracts form partnerships that can last for decades. We mine coal and limestone and provide other value-added services, such as maintaining and operating draglines and providing wetland and conservation services. All this is done while achieving award-winning safety and environmental records.

DECADES OF SAFE, COST-EFFECTIVE OPERATIONS.

Frank E. Taplin established the company in 1913 as a regional coal sales brokerage in Cleveland, Ohio. Since then, we have evolved to embrace emerging markets and opportunities. But what has never changed, and never will, is that we always deliver the most integrated, customer-focused and cost-effective solutions. More than 100 years later, our founder would be proud.

WE EMPOWER OUR PEOPLE WITH DIGNITY. AND RESPECT.

We feel very fortunate to have attracted some of the most talented professionals in the industry. Most have been with us for a very long time. We think that’s because a culture of dignity and respect runs through every level of our business. This helps foster a can-do attitude that allows us to deliver the most cost-effective, integrated solutions to our customers.

Metal/Non-Metal Mining

We are the largest lignite producer in the U.S., operating mines with annual production levels ranging from a few hundred thousand tons per year to more than 10 million.  Our services are comprehensive. We specialize in reserve evaluation, permitting, mine planning, operation and final reclamation – and everything in between. We are your solution-based partners.

North American Operations

North American operates 10 surface coal mines and 18 limestone quarries, delivering more than 38.5 million tons of coal and 46 million tons of limestone in 2018. We operate more draglines than anyone else in the U.S. (nearly 50), and control 161,000 surface acres, 1.9 billion tons of coal and mineral interests on more than 24,000 gross acres in active oil and gas plays.

PROVIDING SOLUTIONS. ACHIEVING RESULTS

Our geologists, engineers and mine experts evaluate and recommend the best technical solutions for your operation, from planning, permitting and mining right through to reclamation.

• We know that every mine operation has its own challenges. That’s why we work hard to provide the sound, carefully engineered solutions that meet your specific needs. We have the expertise to advance your project from concept stage to full operation. We partner with you to ensure you have the data – backed by actual operational history – required to finance your project. By evaluating your financial, geological, environmental, regulatory and location requirements, we design the right solution for your unique situation.
• We are skilled at working with local, state and federal regulators to secure your permits. We have a thorough knowledge of all requirements, including the timeframes required to fully permit your operation. Through outstanding historical performance, we have developed excellent relationships with state and federal regulators, local residents and other stakeholders and will use these relationships to benefit your project. Securing the right permits at the right time leads to the most cost-efficient operations.
• North American geologists and engineers design and conduct the background research required to evaluate potential resource sites. We utilize state-of-the-art geologic modeling technology to analyze exploration results and calculate the reserve and/or resource estimations. We comply with international reporting guidelines, allowing you to use the results to obtain the necessary financing. Our team is proud to provide the insight and expertise that best fits your business needs.