Alpha Completes Acquisition of Massey Energy

On Wednesday, June 1^st, Alpha Natural Resources completed the acquisition of Massey Energy and the “Day One” celebration of the combination featured Governor Tomblin and Alpha CEO Kevin Crutchfield unveiling the new Alpha Natural Resources sign at the Julian, WV office.  The name of the road leading to the office was also renamed “Running Right Way” in recognition of Alpha’s comprehensive performance and safety program.  “Today’s transaction is transformational for Alpha Natural Resources, the Central Appalachian region and the U.S. coal industry,” Kevin Crutchfield, Alpha’s chief executive, said in a statement. “We are now twice the people, with twice the energy, powering the world.”