“Rather than push incremental tons into an over-supplied market, we are taking a disciplined approach to managing our mine production in line with market conditions,” said Don Lindsay, president and CEO. “We will continue to focus on reducing costs and improving efficiency to ensure our mines are cash positive throughout the cycle and well-positioned when markets improve.”

Third quarter production will be reduced by approximately 1.5 million metric tons (mt) to 5.7 million mt, a reduction of 22% for the quarter, with expected sales in the range of 6-6.5 million mt. Annual coal production is now estimated at 25-26 million mt. The company said additional coal production adjustments will be considered over the course of 2015 as market conditions continue to evolve.