The train departed from the Ridley Terminals coal port in Prince Rupert, British Columbia, with the shipment marking a milestone for the area in coal production, company representatives said.
“NEMI has overcome numerous challenges to achieve its goal in becoming the first new metallurgical coal producer in the Tumbler Ridge area since 1983,” the company said.
NEMI thanked its employees, shareholders and contractors for their dedication in the project, which it said was a year in the making.
The company said in December it anticipated the operation would produce 40,000-60,000t monthly to start.
NEMI Energy, which specialises in met coal properties throughout northeast British Columbia, owns 100% interest in Trend as well as a 50% interest in the Belcourt Saxon Limited Partnership.
