Earnings

Our aim is that our products provide superior returns to shareholders and contribute to the development of the communities where we operate.

As part of our approach to sustainable development, we are committed to ensuring that our earnings contribute to local and national economies and provide value throughout the entire coal chain. This includes analysis and action focused on the life cycle of products, customer relationships and commodity markets and on supplier relationships.

Read more about Rio Tinto Coal Australia's earnings.

Results

Coal & Allied's financial performance in 2006 was strong, due to positive market conditions and continued strong demand.

Coal & Allied reported a net profit after tax of $A206.8 million.

Read more of our results in the 2006 Sustainable Development Report.