The volume of coal transported by trains and ships in China saw a surge in October and November amid the country's solid efforts to ensure stability in coal supply during this winter, official data showed.

Because of this substantial improvement in efficiency, the number of newly registered businesses has kept a fast pace of growth.

The 2201 ferrosilicon contract price on ZCE closed at 8610 yuan per ton on December 6.

"Once the prices move outside of the reasonable range, (we will) take timely measures to regulate the prices," the NDRC said.

Refined nickel production in January-September totalled 2.043mn t, while apparent demand was 2.151mn t.

By 2025, the ministry will build about 100 model programs to encourage green freight delivery.

By 2025, the ministry will build about 100 model programs to encourage green freight delivery.

Coal and power trade between China and Russia has also been on the rise.