Alliance Resource Partners Reports Q2 2026 Earnings with Operational Improvements and Strategic Acquisitions
Alliance Resource Partners, L.P. (ARLP) reported strong operational performance in the second quarter of 2026 driven by higher coal sales volumes, record Oil & Gas Royalties revenue, and improved operating costs across key mines. Coal operating expenses decreased by 6.3% year-over-year due to long-term capital investments aimed at enhancing efficiency. The Appalachia segment saw a significant improvement in EBITDA expense per ton thanks to high productivity at the Tunnel Ridge mine. The company managed lower domestic coal demand through its contracted sales book, while strategic positioning in the Illinois Basin was strengthened by exceeding production targets at River View and offsetting downtime from longwall moves. Management expects increased coal production and cash flow in Q3 2026 as no further longwall moves are scheduled until early 2027. ARLP completed an $206.2 million acquisition of AllDale III and IV, expanding into the Permian and Haynesville basins while maintaining financial discipline. The partnership has secured coal commitments for 2027 reflecting strong customer confidence in its reliability as a dispatchable fuel provider.
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Topics: coal ebitda improvement oil & gas royalties operational performance