Shandong Coal Industry Administration in
China's Shandong Province is proposing to upgrade small coal mines with annual
production capacities under 300,000 mt in the province in order to expand their capacities. By the end of 2015, all coal mines in the province with annual capacities lower than 300,000 mt are to be shut down.
To control
mining accidents, the local authorities in Shandong are keeping a close eye on local
mining activities and have issued very strict requirements for accident reports and accountability. As regards illegal
mining activities, the mines and the relevant responsible persons will be faced with sanctions.