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Great Lakes coal loadings down 17%

Great Lakes coal loadings down 17%

   Coal loadings at ports on the Great Lakes in May totaled 3.6 million tons, a 17 percent decrease compared to May 2008.

   Through the end of May, coal shipments stand at 7.3 million tons, a 35 percent decrease compared to the first five months of 2008, the Lake Carriers Association said Monday.