BUMA wins multi-million-dollar contract extension

BUMA Australia has been awarded a two-year contract extension at the Goonyella Riverside coal mine in central Queensland, a joint venture between BHP (ASX: BHP) and Mitsubishi Alliance.

The contract will see BUMA, a wholly owned subsidiary of PT Bukit Makmur Mandiri Utama, continue to deliver mining services at the project through to September 2027.

BUMA will continue to deploy three prime fleets throughout the contract period to the Goonyella project.

Since 2022, BUMA Australia has provided labour, supervision, technical expertise and mobile plant services for pre-strip operations and coal mining at the Goonyella project.

BUMA Australia chief executive Johan Ballot says the contract extension highlights the longstanding relationship with BMA.

“It marks another important milestone in our growth journey and reinforces our commitment to delivering safe, high-quality outcomes, further solidifying our reputation as a trusted mining services provider in Australia,” he said.

In addition to its operational role, the company continues to support the surrounding Isaac region by creating local employment opportunities and supporting key community initiatives.

The Goonyella Extension builds on BUMA Australia’s strong track record and growing presence in the Australian mining sector.

Last year, BUMA secured key contracts, including one awarded by Blackwater Operations, a subsidiary of Whitehaven Coal, for pre-strip mining services at the Blackwater mine, and an $400m extension with TEC Coal for continued operations at the Meandu mine.

BUMA International Group director Iwan Fuad Salim comments on the extension.

“The contract extension reflects the company’s capabilities and performance as a top-tier mining operator in both Australia and Indonesia,” he said.