Compagnie des Mines de Dourges

Compagnie des Mines de Dourges was a French coal mining company established in the 19th century, primarily operating in the Dourges region. It played a significant role in France’s industrialization by extracting coal used for energy and industry. The company was part of the broader coal industry that supported France’s economic development but faced decline with the decline of coal usage and the shift to other energy sources in the late 20th century. Today, the company's legacy remains in the historic mining sites and the impact on regional industrial history.