Carbon Energy Limited Announce Successful Commissioning Of Underground Coal Gasification Panel 2 Progressing

18.04.2011  |  ABN Newswire

08:59 AEST Apr 18, 2011 ABN Newswire (C) 2004-2011 Asia Business News PL. All Rights Reserved.

Brisbane, Australia (ABN Newswire) - Carbon Energy Limited (ASX: CNX) (PINK:CNXAF) is pleased to advise that commissioning of Underground Coal Gasification (UCG) Panel 2 is proceeding as planned at the Company's Bloodwood Creek facility, located in the Surat Basin, south-east Queensland.

Following successful commissioning of the horizontal product well and main flare on 4th April, the panel continues to perform consistently and according to expectations. Gas quality continues to build and commissioning of the surface gas processing facilities is progressing as planned.

Introduction of syngas to the power station's first gas engine and subsequent commissioning is anticipated to commence prior to the end of this month in accordance with the Company's schedule.

Further project updates will be provided over the coming months as key milestones are achieved.


About Carbon Energy Limited:

Carbon Energy's purpose is to produce clean energy and chemicals feedstock from Underground Coal Gasification (UCG) syngas.

The Company's unique approach to UCG and syngas production increases the efficiency of capturing carbon dioxide making it a leader in clean coal technology.

Carbon Energy's technological advantage comes from its association with Australia's premier research agency, CSIRO, including world-class geotechnical, hydrological and gasification modelling capabilities.

Carbon Energy is building an international portfolio of coal assets suitable for UCG and accessible to high-value markets.



Contact:

Andrew Dash
Managing Director
Carbon Energy Limited
Tel: +61-7-3337-9944
Fax: +61-7-3337-9944
http://www.carbonenergy.com.au