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Horizon Mine Coal Specifications and Logistics

Coal from the Horizon Mine is a high-quality, cost-effective product. It is a bituminous coal high in energy content, yet low in sulfur, moisture, and ash. Typical specifications are:

Btu Content: 12,000 appx
Moisture: >10%
Ash: >10%
Sulfur: > 0.7%

The mine is truck and rail accessible though the BNSF, UPRR, and Utah Railroads. Any combination of rail/barge/ship can be made to deliver Horizon coal to domestic and international users/buyers. Our sales and marketing team has expertise, many years of direct experience, and working knowledge of transportation logistics both domestically and abroad.

Coal is an economic, plentiful and environmentally sound fuel source. As the most abundant fossil fuel produced in the United States, coal contributes to generating 56 percent of the nation’s electricity. This inexpensive electricity generated by coal results in lower operating costs for businesses and homeowners, thus helping to boost the economy and increase coal's competitiveness in the marketplace.

For the latest coal specifications, questions about transportation logistics, or pricing quotes please contact the Sales & Marketing team directly.

In the News

October 15, 2009
America West Resources Receives $1 Million Spot Price Coal Contract from West Coast Co-Gen Power Plant

October 14, 2009
America West Resources Expands Sales & Marketing Team

September 24, 2009
America West Resources' CEO Issues Operational Update

September 8, 2009
America West Resources Takes Delivery of New Mining Equipment

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America West Resources, Inc. Highlights
  • The market cap of the company is less than $30 million
  • Operations at the Horizon Mine has been contiguous since 2003
  • Proven coal reserves for many years in the future
  • Strong, seasoned management team with extensive background in coal
  • Multiple year contracts in place with large companies
  • Company is 18 percent institutionally owned
  • The Company has a low debt to value ratio