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March 6, 2011, NEW YORK, NY -(Coal Geology)- As the economy continues its journey towards recovery, demand for continues to skyrocket. Emerging markets – particularly China and India — have played a critical role in coals resurgence, while the devastating floods in Queensland Australia earlier this year has put a premium put on North American and U.S. met coal production. In addition, higher oil prices have pushed coal’s price up as coal can be used as an alternative for electricity generation. The Bedford Report examines the outlook for companies in the Coal Industry and provides research reports on International Coal Group, Inc. (NYSE: ICO) and Alpha Natural Resources, Inc. (NYSE: ANR). Access to the full company reports can be found at:

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Luke Popovich, a spokesman for the National Mining Association, said the U.S. serves as a swing coal supplier to the world market. Popovich explains: “When Queensland flooding and China’s rapid cost-recession recovery created a spike in demand to feed China’s coal demand, our exports spiked up.”

Popovich added that China is a “big factor.” Indeed an official with the China’s coal association said late last year that the country’s demand for coal will continue to increase in the next five years and is expected to reach 3.8 billion tonnes in 2015.

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The US Energy Department echoed Popovich’s claims. Due to the Queensland flooding, the Energy Department believes shipments from the US are poised to rise almost nine percent this year to about 86.5 million tons — the most since 1996.

In recent industry news, Alpha Natural Resources has proposed to merge with Massey Energy Co. to make it the third largest metallurgical coal producer in the world.

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February 8, 2011, SCOTT DEPOT, W.Va., (Coal Geology)– Four of its mining operations of the International Coal Group, Inc. (NYSE: ICO) has received the prestigious Mountaineer Guardian Award for outstanding safety performance in 2010 from the West Virginia Office of Miners’ Health, Safety, and Training and the West Virginia Coal Association.  Additionally, one operation received a West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection (“WVDEP”) Reclamation Award for innovative design, construction and reclamation of an active haul road.  International Coal Group is a leading producer of coal in Northern and Central Appalachia and the Illinois Basin. The Company has 13 active mining complexes, of which 12 are located in Northern and Central Appalachia, and one in Central Illinois. ICG’s mining operations and reserves are strategically located to serve utility, metallurgical and industrial customers domestically and internationally.

The ICG Eastern Birch River surface mine, ICG Eastern Birch River preparation plant, Wolf Run Mining Company’s Imperial deep mine and Wolf Run Mining Company’s Sentinel preparation plant each received the award at the 38th Annual West Virginia Mining Symposium in Charleston.

West Virginia state and local mine inspectors and the West Virginia Coal Association nominated the ICG operations for the award, which has been presented annually since 1983.

This is the fourth consecutive year that the Birch River surface mine and preparation plant garnered Mountaineer Guardian Awards and the third consecutive year that the Imperial mine was honored. In addition, all three operations have previously been recognized by various federal and state agencies for their outstanding safety records.

ICG Eastern received a WVDEP Reclamation Award related to its construction of the Bearpen haul road. The haul road minimized the operation’s impact on local communities, avoided significant stream impact and exceeded regulatory requirements.

“It is an honor for the employees of our ICG Eastern and Wolf Run Mining Company complexes to be presented with these awards,” said ICG President and CEO Ben Hatfield. “The achievements demonstrate the dedicated efforts being made across the ICG workforce to improve our safety and health performance, and to operate responsibly within our communities.”

February  4, 2011, SCOTT DEPOT, W.Va., (Coal Geology): International Coal Group, Inc. (NYSE: ICO) has reported its results for the fourth quarter of 2010. The adjusted EBITDA was $47.8 million in the fourth quarter of 2010 compared to $40.3 million during the fourth quarter of 2009.  Margin per ton sold increased 21% to $14.67 in the fourth quarter of 2010 compared to $12.11 during the same period in 2009, primarily due to higher price realization from growing metallurgical shipments. Net income was $9.6 million, or $0.05 per share on a diluted basis, in the fourth quarter of 2010 compared to a net loss of $11.3 million, or $0.07 per share on a diluted basis, during the fourth quarter of 2009. Net income for the fourth quarter of 2010 included a $0.4 million pre-tax loss on extinguishment of debt related to repurchases of 9% Convertible Senior Notes. Excluding the loss on extinguishment of debt in the fourth quarter of 2010, adjusted net income would have been $9.8 million, or $0.05 per share on a diluted basis. Fourth quarter 2009 financial results included a $13.3 million pre-tax loss on extinguishment of debt resulting from private exchanges of 9% Convertible Senior Notes for shares of the Company’s common stock. Excluding the loss on extinguishment of debt in the fourth quarter of 2009, net income and diluted earnings per share would have been essentially break-even. Coal sales revenues increased to $243.4 million in the fourth quarter of 2010 compared to $231.3 million during the fourth quarter of 2009.

“We were pleased to deliver solid fourth quarter results despite isolated operational challenges and late-quarter shipment delays,” said Ben Hatfield, President and CEO of ICG. “Although our Sentinel mine had several unplanned section moves that reduced metallurgical shipments, we were able to maintain attractive margins. Additionally, weather-related disruptions to rail service delayed approximately 100,000 tons of fourth quarter shipments, impacting Adjusted EBITDA by nearly $5.0 million.”

Hatfield continued, “Current coal prices have moved up sharply for both metallurgical and thermal coal. Metallurgical prices are being driven by the severe flooding in Australia, which has idled substantial production there, and an improving global economic climate. Thermal markets have also shown marked improvement due to rebounding export demand and colder weather, although US utilities are delaying significant spot purchases in order to draw down stockpiles.  We believe US domestic prices are poised for rapid improvement during the latter half of 2011.”

Full Year Results

The Company reported Adjusted EBITDA of $201.1 million in 2010 and $201.7 million in 2009. Adjusted EBITDA in 2010 was reduced by a $10.0 million contract buyout, but increased in 2009 by a $27.0 million payment received for early termination of coal supply agreements and a $7.7 million gain on the termination of a below-market contract. Excluding these transactions, Adjusted EBITDA would have been $211.1 million for 2010 and $167.0 million for 2009.

Net income for 2010 was $30.1 million, or $0.15 per share on a diluted basis, versus net income of $21.5 million, or $0.14 per share on a diluted basis, for 2009. Excluding the $10.0 million contract buyout charge and a $29.4 million loss on extinguishment of debt, adjusted net income for 2010 would have been $54.9 million, or $0.27 per share on a diluted basis. Excluding the $27.0 million payment received for early termination of coal supply agreements, the $7.7 million gain related to the contract termination and a $13.3 million loss on extinguishment of debt, adjusted net income for 2009 would have been $11.3 million, or $0.07 per share on a diluted basis.

Sales, Production and Reserves

ICG sold 3.5 million tons of coal during the fourth quarter of 2010 compared to 3.8 million tons during the fourth quarter of 2009. Production totaled 3.6 million tons for the fourth quarter of both 2010 and 2009. Metallurgical shipments of 571,000 tons represented a 64% increase over the fourth quarter of 2009.

As of December 31, 2010, ICG controlled approximately 1.1 billion tons of coal reserves, located primarily in Illinois, Kentucky, West Virginia, Maryland and Virginia. Additionally, the Company controlled approximately 434 million tons of non-reserve coal deposits, which may be classified as reserves in the future as additional drilling and geological work is completed.

Operational and Other Updates

  • Construction at the new Tygart Valley #1 deep mine complex experienced minor weather-related delays during the fourth quarter, but major earthwork is now complete with site development expected to wrap up in March 2011. Construction of the slope commenced in early November and work on the shafts began in December. Initial coal production is projected for late fourth quarter 2011. At full output, currently projected for early 2014, Tygart Valley #1 is expected to boost the Company’s annual metallurgical sales to approximately 5.5 million tons.

  • Vindex Energy’s Dobbin Ridge preparation plant began processing coal in January 2011 after a $7.7 million upgrade. The associated Bismarck deep mine, despite a slower than anticipated start, is expected to contribute approximately 180,000 tons of low-volatile metallurgical coal sales in 2011, and achieve the targeted run-rate of 250,000 annual tons by the fourth quarter of 2011.

  • During the fourth quarter of 2010, the Company substantially completed its capital restructuring which began late in 2009. In October 2010, the Company redeemed $10.3 million aggregate principal amount of its 9.0% Convertible Senior Notes, incurring a $0.4 million loss. The Company used cash on hand to fund the repurchase.

Market Outlook and Committed Sales

Recent historic flooding in Australia has affected coal prices in world markets. The key metallurgical coal-producing region of Queensland has been especially impacted, driving spot metallurgical prices to over $300 per metric tonne FOB Australia. While US prices have not yet reached that level, the Company anticipates substantial spot price improvement over the next few quarters.

While there has been general improvement in thermal prices, domestic utility spot purchases are expected to be somewhat muted until early summer of this year.  Management believes that continued economic recovery and growing export demand, in conjunction with regulatory actions that constrain Central Appalachian production, will serve as catalysts for meaningful price increases.

Reflecting this market view, the Company has generally limited term-contract commitments in anticipation of improved pricing.

For 2011, committed and priced sales total approximately 12.9 million tons, or 79% of planned shipments, at an average price of $72.25 per ton, excluding freight and handling expenses. Uncommitted tonnage includes approximately 2.5 million tons of thermal coal and 1.0 million tons of metallurgical coal.

For 2012, committed and priced sales total approximately 3.6 million tons, or 21% of planned shipments, at an average price of $53.75 per ton, excluding freight and handling expenses. Uncommitted tonnage includes approximately 10.2 million tons of thermal coal and 3.2 million tons of metallurgical coal.

Liquidity and Debt

As of December 31, 2010, the Company had $215.3 million in cash and $19.6 million in borrowing capacity available under its credit agreement.

Debt outstanding as of December 31, 2010 totaled $329.1 million, net of a $33.2 million discount, consisting primarily of $115.0 million aggregate principal amount of 4.0% Convertible Senior Notes and $200.0 million aggregate principal amount of 9.125% Senior Secured Second-Priority Notes.

Outlook

The Company has updated its guidance to reflect modifications to its production mix and the global economic conditions affecting the coal market:

  • For 2011, the Company expects to produce and sell between 16.1 million and 16.7 million tons of coal, including 3.1 million to 3.5 million tons of metallurgical coal. The average selling price is projected to be $73.00 per ton to $77.00 per ton, with an anticipated average cost of $55.00 to $57.00 per ton, excluding selling, general and administrative expenses.

  • Adjusted EBITDA, or earnings before deducting interest, income taxes, depreciation, depletion, amortization and noncontrolling interest, is expected to be in the range of $270 million to $310 million in 2011.

  • The Company projects its effective tax rate to be approximately 30% for 2011.

  • The Company’s expectation for average coal pricing by region for 2011 is as follows:

Region 2011 Forecast
Central Appalachia $79.00 – $84.00
Northern Appalachia $83.00 – $87.00
Illinois Basin $39.00 – $39.50
Average $73.00 – $77.00
  • The Company anticipates 2011 capital expenditures of between $225 million and $245 million, including approximately $125 million related to development projects at our Tygart Valley #1, Illinois and Vindex operations.

  • For 2012, the Company expects to produce and sell between 16.5 million and 17.5 million tons of coal, including 3.3 million to 3.7 million tons of metallurgical coal.

General Information

ICG is a leading producer of coal in Northern and Central Appalachia and the Illinois Basin. The Company has 13 active mining complexes, of which 12 are located in Northern and Central Appalachia and one in Central Illinois. ICG’s mining operations and reserves are strategically located to serve utility, metallurgical and industrial customers domestically and internationally.

Highlights:

  • Fourth quarter Adjusted EBITDA increases by 19% over 2009
  • Per ton margins increase by 21% compared to fourth quarter 2009
  • Metallurgical shipments up 64% over fourth quarter 2009
  • Record full-year Adjusted EBITDA of $211.1 million, excluding non-routine transactions
INTERNATIONAL COAL GROUP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS

FOR THE THREE MONTHS AND YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2010 AND 2009

(in thousands, except share and per share amounts)

Three months ended

December 31,

Year ended

December 31,

2010 2009 2010 2009
REVENUES:
Coal sales revenues $ 243,449 $ 231,325 $ 1,078,246 $ 1,006,606
Freight and handling revenues 8,447 5,827 35,411 26,279
Other revenues 12,477 8,812 52,814 92,464
Total revenues 264,373 245,964 1,166,471 1,125,349
COSTS AND EXPENSES:
Cost of coal sales 191,390 184,842 850,328 832,214
Freight and handling costs 8,447 5,827 35,411 26,279
Cost of other revenues 7,386 7,399 48,331 36,089
Depreciation, depletion and amortization 26,167 26,790 104,566 106,084
Selling, general and administrative 9,997 8,117 35,569 32,749
Gain on sale of assets, net (642) (475) (4,243) (3,659)
Total costs and expenses 242,745 232,500 1,069,962 1,029,756
Income from operations 21,628 13,464 96,509 95,593
INTEREST AND OTHER INCOME (EXPENSE)
Loss on extinguishment of debt (376) (13,293) (29,409) (13,293)
Interest expense, net (8,095) (13,403) (40,736) (53,044)
Total interest and other income (expense) (8,471) (26,696) (70,145) (66,337)
Income (loss) before income taxes 13,157 (13,232) 26,364 29,256
INCOME TAX BENEFIT (EXPENSE) (3,522) 1,942 3,750 (7,732)
Net income (loss) 9,635 (11,290) 30,114 21,524
Net income attributable to noncontrolling interest (4) (43) (3) (66)
Net income (loss) attributable to International Coal Group, Inc. $ 9,631 $ (11,333) $ 30,111 $ 21,458
Other Data:
Adjusted EBITDA (a) $ 47,795 $ 40,254 $ 201,075 $ 201,677
Earnings per share:
Basic $ 0.05 $ (0.07) $ 0.15 $ 0.14
Diluted $ 0.05 $ (0.07) $ 0.15 $ 0.14
Weighted-average shares:
Basic 202,663,394 155,889,377 197,366,978 153,630,446
Diluted 211,013,945 155,889,377 205,283,999 155,386,263
(a) This press release includes a non-GAAP financial measure within the meaning of applicable SEC rules and regulations. Adjusted EBITDA is a non-GAAP financial measure used by management to gauge operating performance. We define Adjusted EBITDA as net income or loss attributable to International Coal Group, Inc. before deducting interest, income taxes, depreciation, depletion, amortization, loss on extinguishment of debt and noncontrolling interest. Adjusted EBITDA is not, and should not be used as, a substitute for operating income, net income and cash flow as determined in accordance with GAAP. We present Adjusted EBITDA because we consider it an important supplemental measure of our performance and believe it is frequently used by securities analysts, investors and other interested parties in the evaluation of companies in our industry, substantially all of which present EBITDA or Adjusted EBITDA when reporting their results. We also use Adjusted EBITDA as our executive compensation plan bases incentive compensation payments on our Adjusted EBITDA performance measured against budgets. Our ABL Loan Facility uses Adjusted EBITDA (with additional adjustments) to measure our compliance with covenants, such as fixed charge ratio. EBITDA or Adjusted EBITDA is also widely used by us and others in our industry to evaluate and price potential acquisition candidates. Adjusted EBITDA has limitations as an analytical tool, and you should not consider it in isolation or as a substitute for analysis of our results as reported under GAAP. Some of these limitations are that Adjusted EBITDA does not reflect our cash expenditures, or future requirements, for capital expenditures or contractual commitments; changes in, or cash requirements for, our working capital needs; interest expense, or the cash requirements necessary to service interest or principal payments, on our debts. Although depreciation, depletion and amortization are non-cash charges, the assets being depreciated, depleted and amortized will often have to be replaced in the future. Adjusted EBITDA does not reflect any cash requirements for such replacements. Other companies in our industry may calculate EBITDA or Adjusted EBITDA differently than we do, limiting its usefulness as a comparative meas ure. A reconciliation of Adjusted EBITDA to GAAP net income or loss attributable to International Coal Group, Inc. appears at the end of this press release.

INTERNATIONAL COAL GROUP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS

AS OF DECEMBER 31, 2010 AND 2009

(in thousands)

December 31,

2010

December 31,

2009

ASSETS
CURRENT ASSETS:
Cash and cash equivalents $ 215,276 $ 92,641
Accounts receivable, net 82,557 80,291
Inventories, net 70,029 82,037
Deferred income taxes 12,385 15,906
Prepaid expenses and other 19,172 17,734
Total current assets 399,419 288,609
PROPERTY, PLANT, EQUIPMENT AND MINE DEVELOPMENT, net 1,040,118 1,038,200
DEBT ISSUANCE COSTS, net 11,998 7,634
ADVANCE ROYALTIES, net 16,037 18,025
OTHER NON-CURRENT ASSETS 10,947 15,492
Total assets $ 1,478,519 $ 1,367,960
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY
CURRENT LIABILITIES:
Accounts payable $ 78,899 $ 63,582
Short-term debt 2,797 2,166
Current portion of long-term debt and capital leases 18,631 17,794
Current portion of reclamation and mine closure costs 8,414 9,390
Current portion of employee benefits 3,831 3,973
Accrued expenses and other 61,092 74,803
Total current liabilities 173,664 171,708
LONG-TERM DEBT AND CAPITAL LEASE 307,719 366,515
RECLAMATION AND MINE CLOSURE COSTS 70,730 65,601
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS 81,868 63,767
DEFERRED INCOME TAXES 59,274 57,399
BELOW-MARKET COAL SUPPLY AGREEMENTS 26,823 29,939
OTHER NON-CURRENT LIABILITIES 4,176 3,797
Total liabilities 724,254 758,726
COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES
STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY:
Common stock 2,038 1,728
Treasury stock (216) (14)
Additional paid-in capital 851,440 732,124
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) (3,459) 1,048
Retained deficit (95,602) (125,713)
Total International Coal Group, Inc. stockholders’ equity 754,201 609,173
Noncontrolling interest 64 61
Total stockholders’ equity 754,265 609,234
Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity $ 1,478,519 $ 1,367,960
INTERNATIONAL COAL GROUP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS

FOR THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2010 AND 2009

(in thousands)

Year ended

December 31,

2010 2009
CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES:
Net income $ 30,114 $ 21,524
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash from operating activities:
Depreciation, depletion and amortization 104,566 106,084
Loss on extinguishment of debt 29,409 13,293
Amortization and write-off of deferred finance costs and debt discount 7,798 7,001
Amortization of accumulated employee benefit obligations 639 (102)
Compensation expense on share based awards 3,223 3,705
Gain on sale of assets, net (4,243) (3,659)
Provision for bad debt 783 (1,294)
Deferred income taxes (4,533) 7,859
Changes in assets and liabilities:
Accounts receivable (3,049) (3,676)
Inventories 11,988 (23,249)
Prepaid expenses and other (1,438) 14,569
Other non-current assets (2,191) 399
Accounts payable 16,852 (16,814)
Accrued expenses and other (13,888) (13,089)
Reclamation and mine closure costs 2,178 1,341
Other liabilities 9,223 1,862
Net cash from operating activities 187,431 115,754
CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES:
Proceeds from the sale of assets 4,764 3,695
Additions to property, plant, equipment and mine development (102,912) (66,345)
Withdrawals (deposits) of restricted cash 8,807 (10,468)
Distribution to joint venture (40)
Net cash from investing activities (89,341) (73,158)
CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES:
Borrowings on short-term debt 5,191 2,611
Repayments on short-term debt (4,560) (5,186)
Borrowings on long-term debt 9,086
Repayments on long-term debt and capital lease (18,899) (19,104)
Proceeds from convertible notes offering 115,000
Proceeds from senior notes offering 198,596
Proceeds from common stock offering 102,453
Repurchases of senior notes (188,960)
Repurchases of convertible notes (169,458)
Purchases of treasury stock (202) (14)
Proceeds from stock options exercised 114
Debt issuance costs (14,730) (1,278)
Net cash from financing activities 24,545 (13,885)
NET CHANGE IN CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS 122,635 28,711
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS, BEGINNING OF PERIOD 92,641 63,930
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS, END OF PERIOD $ 215,276 $ 92,641
INTERNATIONAL COAL GROUP, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

RECONCILIATION OF NET INCOME (LOSS) TO ADJUSTED EBITDA

FOR THE THREE MONTHS AND YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2010 AND 2009 (UNAUDITED)

(in thousands)

Three months ended

December 31,

Year ended

December 31,

2010 2009 2010 2009
Net income (loss) attributable to International Coal Group, Inc. $ 9,631 $ (11,333) $ 30,111 $ 21,458
Depreciation, depletion and amortization 26,167 26,790 104,566 106,084
Interest expense, net 8,095 13,403 40,736 53,044
Income tax (benefit) expense 3,522 (1,942) (3,750) 7,732
Loss on extinguishment of debt 376 13,293 29,409 13,293
Noncontrolling interest 4 43 3 66
Adjusted EBITDA $ 47,795 $ 40,254 $ 201,075 $ 201,677
RECONCILIATION OF NET INCOME (LOSS) TO ADJUSTED NET INCOME

FOR THE THREE MONTHS AND YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2010 AND 2009 (UNAUDITED)

(in thousands)

Three months ended

December 31,

Year ended

December 31,

2010 2009 2010 2009
Net income (loss) attributable to International Coal Group, Inc. $ 9,631 $ (11,333) $ 30,111 $ 21,458
Loss on extinguishment of debt 376 13,293 29,409 13,293
(Gain) loss on contract buyout/termination 10,000 (34,721)
Income tax expense (benefit) (222) (1,930) (14,648) 11,229
Adjusted net income attributable to International Coal Group, Inc. $ 9,785 $ 30 $ 54,872 $ 11,259
OPERATING STATISTICS

FOR THE THREE MONTHS AND YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2010 AND 2009 (UNAUDITED)

(in thousands, except per ton amounts)

Central

Appalachia

Northern

Appalachia

Illinois

Basin

Purchased

Coal

Total
For the three months ended December 31, 2010:
Tons sold 2,024 908 539 78 3,549
Coal sales revenues $ 149,469 $ 70,740 $ 20,061 $ 3,179 $ 243,449
Cost of coal sales $ 123,269 $ 50,162 $ 14,090 $ 3,869 $ 191,390
Coal sales revenue per ton (b) $ 73.84 $ 77.99 $ 37.23 $ 40.74 $ 68.61
Cost of coal sales per ton (b) $ 60.90 $ 55.30 $ 26.15 $ 49.57 $ 53.94
For the three months ended December 31, 2009:
Tons sold 2,272 844 554 167 3,837
Coal sales revenues $ 155,843 $ 49,135 $ 19,163 $ 7,184 $ 231,325
Cost of coal sales $ 117,541 $ 40,993 $ 17,018 $ 9,290 $ 184,842
Coal sales revenue per ton (b) $ 68.60 $ 58.22 $ 34.59 $ 43.00 $ 60.29
Cost of coal sales per ton (b) $ 51.74 $ 48.58 $ 30.72 $ 55.60 $ 48.18
For the years ended December 31, 2010:
Tons sold 9,324 4,120 2,383 515 16,342
Coal sales revenues $ 683,994 $ 278,877 $ 87,654 $ 27,721 $ 1,078,246
Cost of coal sales $ 542,942 $ 216,127 $ 65,880 $ 25,379 $ 850,328
Coal sales revenue per ton (b) $ 73.36 $ 67.70 $ 36.78 $ 53.85 $ 65.98
Cost of coal sales per ton (b) $ 58.23 $ 52.47 $ 27.64 $ 49.30 $ 52.03
For the years ended December 31, 2009:
Tons sold 9,984 3,803 2,254 792 16,833
Coal sales revenues $ 682,088 $ 207,022 $ 75,817 $ 41,679 $ 1,006,606
Cost of coal sales $ 554,368 $ 182,607 $ 62,958 $ 32,281 $ 832,214
Coal sales revenue per ton (b) $ 68.32 $ 54.43 $ 33.63 $ 52.62 $ 59.80
Cost of coal sales per ton (b) $ 55.53 $ 48.01 $ 27.93 $ 40.76 $ 49.44
(b)  ”Coal sales revenue per ton” and “Cost of coal sales per ton” are calculated as Coal sales revenues or Cost of coal sales, respectively, divided by Tons sold. Although Coal sales revenue per ton and Cost of coal sales per ton are not measures of performance calculated in accordance with GAAP, manageme nt believes that they are useful to an investor in evaluating performance because they are widely used in the coal industry as a measure to evaluate a company’s sales performance or control over its costs. Coal sales revenue per ton and Cost of coal sales per ton should not be considered in isolation or as substitutes for measures of performance in accordance with GAAP. In addition, because Coal sales revenue per ton and Cost of coal sales per ton are not calculated identically by all companies, ICG’s presentation may not be comparable to other similarly titled measures of other companies.

SOURCE International Coal Group, Inc.

CONTACT: Ross Mazza, Director of Financial Reporting and Investor Relations, +1-304-760-2526

Web Site: http://www.intlcoal.com

SCOTT DEPOT, W.Va., Jan. 18, 2011 (Coal Geology) – International Coal Group, Inc. (NYSE: ICO) will release its fourth quarter 2010 results after the market closes on Wednesday, February 2, 2011.  The Company will hold its quarterly conference call and Internet webcast on Thursday, February 3, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time.

The audio can be accessed by going to the Company’s website at www.intlcoal.com.  Listeners should go to the website at least 15 minutes before this event to register, download and install any necessary audio software.  There is no charge for access to this event.  For those unable to attend the live broadcast, the call will be archived on the Company’s website.

ICG is a leading producer of coal in Northern and Central Appalachia and the Illinois Basin.  The Company has 13 active mining complexes, of which 12 are located in Northern and Central Appalachia, and one in Central Illinois.  ICG’s mining operations and reserves are strategically located to serve utility, metallurgical and industrial customers throughout the eastern United States.

SOURCE International Coal Group, Inc.

CONTACT: Ross Mazza, Director of Financial Reporting and Investor Relations, +1-304-760-2526

Web Site: http://www.intlcoal.com