ST. LOUIS, Sept. 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Peabody
(NYSE: BTU) today announced the ratification of a new collective
bargaining agreement by the union representing the company's hourly
workers at its Shoal Creek mine.
"Peabody is pleased to have reached an agreement with our Shoal
Creek mine employees that we believe is beneficial for all
stakeholders, allowing the mine to operate safely and efficiently",
said Marc Hathhorn, President of
Peabody's Australian and seaborne mining operations. "We
appreciate the cooperation of the UMWA leadership and our Shoal
Creek employees in reaching an agreement."
About Peabody
Peabody (NYSE: BTU) is a leading coal producer, providing
essential products to fuel baseload electricity for emerging and
developed countries and create the steel needed to build
foundational infrastructure. Our commitment to sustainability
underpins our activities today and helps to shape our strategy for
the future. For further information, visit PeabodyEnergy.com.
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