Peabody Energy Corp is the world's largest private sector coal company. With products that fuel more than 10 percent of America's electricity supply and three percent of global demand, the company is well positioned to meet growth from electricity generators and steelmakers worldwide.

In 2006, Peabody Energy sold a record 225 million tonnes (248 million tons) of coal, generating revenues totalling US$5.3 billion.

Peabody offers a broad portfolio of coal supplies. It manages or holds majority interests in more than 30 mines in the U.S., Australia and Venezeula, and has access to brokered coal secured by Peabody COALTRADE.

Peabody Energy's mission is to be a leading worldwide producer and supplier of sustainable energy solutions, which power economic prosperity and result in a better quality of life. The company will develop and manage safe, efficient, low-cost, world-class coal mining operations that provide customers with quality products, reliable supply and superior service. Its relationship marketing approach reflects the company's ability to partner with its clients in their long-term supply chain planning processes.

Peabody Energy Australia

Peabody Energy considers Australia to be a premier location for coal mine development and investment. After returning to Australia in 2002 with the acquisition of Wilkie Creek mine and Horse Creek coal resource in Queensland's Surat Basin, Peabody is actively pursuing growth plans with a view to being a long-term participant in the Australian coal industry.

With 8 mines located in Queensland and New South Wales - as well as active coal trading in all major Australian coal regions through Peabody Coaltrade - Peabody is well on its way to achieving its goal.

The Australian operations are managed by Peabody Energy Australia Pty Limited, a subsidiary of Peabody Energy, which employs more 1000 people. A further 2500 people are employed under six major mining contracts.

In 2006, Peabody Energy Australia achieved total sales of 9.96 million tonnes (11 million tons) primarily to steel producers in Japan, Europe, Taiwan, India and South America, as well as electricity generators in Australia and Asia.