National mining groups to combine
The Australian Coal Association (ACA) and the Minerals Council of Australia (MCA) have announced that they will combine to form a single representative body for the Australian mining sector.
A statement said the decision to integrate the two organisations has been taken by member companies to ensure the industry is well positioned for the future.
It went on to say the move will ensure the mining industry has a clear voice in national policy debates on the economy, climate change management, energy, low emissions technology, regulatory reform and project approvals.
According to the statement, the MCA secretariat will be expanded to ensure the coal industry is well represented. This will include the transfer of some staff to the MCA.
Ross Willims, Chairman of the Australian Coal Association, paid tribute to the outgoing ACA CEO Dr Nikki Williams and the ACA team.
“Nikki brought great passion, commitment and drive, together with deep experience, to the ACA role and is thanked for her service to this critical industry. Nikki’s advocacy skills have delivered on an important strategic agenda for the industry and she is leaving with our best wishes for the future,” Mr Willims said.
The ACA’s Coal 21 Fund (ACALET) will remain a separate company and will continue to drive the coal industry’s practical commitment to the development of low emissions technology.
The integration is expected to be completed before the end of the year.
The joint statement can be viewed here.
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