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From Mines to Markets: The Future of Colombian Coal Exports


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OPIS TALKS COAL, METALS & MINING:

What’s driving the global demand for metallurgical coal and coke? Can Colombia position itself as a reliable supplier amid shifting trade dynamics? How are logistics and freight challenges shaping the future of this essential industry?

In this episode of OPIS Talks, Carlos Andres Cante Puentes, Executive President of FenalCarbon, tackles these questions and the evolving landscape of coal and coke markets, with a spotlight on Colombia’s reserves, production growth, and export potential. The episode examines the impact of infrastructure limitations, freight costs, and competition from countries like Australia. The discussion also covers the effects of geopolitical shifts, tariffs, and environmental policies on global trade patterns. With insights into the ongoing tension between decarbonization goals and the need for reliable, affordable energy, this episode offers a timely look at the forces shaping the future of industrial raw materials.

This interview is hosted by Dr. James Stevenson, Vice President and Research Lead, Coal, Metals, & Mining, and Ranjana von Wendland, Associate Director, Global Business Development, Steel Raw Materials.

Join us for the 28th McCloskey Coal Conference of the Americas, in Cartagena, Colombia, April 22-24, 2025! Network with industry leaders, government officials and market experts while you gain critical insights into the thermal coal, metallurgical coal, metallurgical coke, and anthracite markets. Learn more: https://www.opisnet.com/mccloskey-coal-conference-americas/

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