Coal Fundamentals
Master the international coal market
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21-23 April 2026, Singapore
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This 3-day in-person training course provides a comprehensive and practical understanding of the global coal industry — from production to trade and market dynamics.
Throughout the course, participants will:
Explore coal mining, quality standards, and blending techniques
Understand contracts, Incoterms, and force majeure
Gain insight into pricing mechanisms, spreads, arbitrage, and inter-fuel economics (gas, CO₂)
Assess the strategic role of logistics and freight in maintaining competitiveness
Navigate the legal and commercial aspects of the international coal trade
Engage in real-world case studies, group exercises, and interactive discussions
Reflect on the energy transition, market outlook, and future challenges
Led by seasoned industry experts, Coal Fundamentals combines technical knowledge, commercial insight, and strategic foresight to strengthen decision-making in today’s evolving energy landscape.
Accredited by the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) scheme, this course is designed for professionals aiming to deepen their expertise and gain recognized certification within the energy and commodities sectors.
Discover the detailed program
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Welcome & Introduction
Session 1: Introduction to Coal
Session 2: Fundamentals of Coal Mining
Session 3: Thermal Coal Utilisation and Quality
Session 4: Coal Market Analysis and Forecast
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Session 5: Coal Sales and Purchase Agreements
Session 6: Introduction to Metallurgical Coal
Session 7: Pricing of Thermal Coal and Metallurgical Coal
Session 8: Interactive Coal Quality and Buying Activity
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Session 9 Coal Industry Agreements - Legal Aspects
Session 10 Interactive Force Majeure/ Legal Aspects
Session 11 Introduction to Ocean Freight
Session 12 Interfuel Economics and the Impact of Carbon
Session 13 The Future of Energy and the Role of Coal – The case for coal
Session 14 Fundamentals of Climate Change without Politics
Session 15 Coal Industry Overview and Long-Term Prospects, Wrap Up & Course Certificates