Lephalale coal bed methane project, South Africa – update
Name of the Project
Lephalale coal bed methane project.
Location
Waterberg coalfield, in Limpopo, South Africa.
Project Owner/s
Pure-play producer and exporter of thermal coal Thungela Resources.
Project Description
The project is a significant methane gas resource that Thungela is evaluating for development opportunities.
Once commissioned, the modular liquefied natural gas plant will supply gas to a power generation facility to be deployed at one of Thungela’s existing operations, thereby partially substituting Eskom electricity use.
Potential Job Creation
Not stated.
Capital Expenditure
Thungela spent R117-million on the project in the six months to June 30, 2025, with a further R300-million to be spent in 2025 and 2026.
Planned Start/End Date
Not confirmed.
Latest Developments
None stated.
Key Contracts, Suppliers and Consultants
Not disclosed.
Contact Details for Project Information
Thungela Resources, tel +27 11 638 9300.
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