Chinese coal imports fell 12% in September to 25.14 million tonnes, the lowest level since May this year, according to data from the General Administration of Customs. The arrival of early autumn weather was cited among the reasons for the drop in purchases, alongside Typhoon Mangkhut, which impacted coal unloading at Guangzhou port. China is also expected to import more liquefied natural gas (LNG) and other fuels as it seeks to reduce its reliance on imported oil.
Chinese coal imports fell 12% in September to 25.14 million tonnes, the lowest level since May this year, according to data from the General Administration of Customs. The arrival of early autumn weather was cited among the reasons for the drop in purchases, alongside Typhoon Mangkhut, which impacted coal unloading at Guangzhou port. In addition, Qinhuangdao port, China's biggest, temporarily restricted coal unloading to reduce pollution levels.