JSW Steel (JSW) will develop a coking coal mining project in Mozambique, the company announced. The move forms part of the Indian steelmaker's strategy to secure raw material supplies for its integrated steel operations and to reduce exposure to market volatility. The announcement was first published on 14 March 2026 and indicates a shift towards greater control over upstream inputs. JSW intends to advance the work through systematic exploration and appraisal in coordination with Mozambican authorities and local stakeholders.

Coking coal, used in the production of metallurgical coke for steelmaking, remains a critical input for blast furnace operations worldwide. Securing captive sources can help JSW stabilise feedstock availability and manage cost pressures, particularly as global demand for steel fluctuates. The project is expected to complement the firm's existing raw material portfolio and to support long term supply resilience without altering current production plans in India. The company indicated it will assess environmental and social factors as part of project planning.

JSW expects the initiative to contribute to supply chain diversification and to create opportunities for local employment and capacity building during exploration and development stages. The firm plans to engage with community representatives and to align operations with applicable Mozambican regulatory frameworks and international standards. Project planning is expected to include measures to mitigate environmental impacts and to ensure rehabilitation and responsible resource management. Stakeholder consultations are planned to shape project design and monitoring arrangements.

Details on capital allocation, expected production volumes and timelines were not disclosed in the announcement, and the company has indicated that further information will be shared as the project advances. The initiative aligns with JSW's broader strategy of securing long term raw material access while managing commercial risk. Observers will monitor regulatory approvals and the pace of exploration, which will determine how quickly the project can contribute to the firm's supply requirements.