After just 12 months of production the Dartbrook underground coal mine near Aberdeen is expected to be placed in 'care and maintenance'.

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In July Dartbrook was placed in the hands of administrators and receivers ( FTI Consulting ) owing creditors $200 million, and soon after 100 workers, nearly two-thirds of the mine's workforce, lost their jobs.

On the latest development, FTI Consulting spokesman said, "Following an operational review, the Receivers and Managers of Dartbrook Coal Mine are proposing to suspend underground mining operations. Operations at the coal handling and prepara

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