Dunning's appointment as a central coordinator, a key recommendation of the first Stephen O'Donnell report, was welcomed by Transport, Trade, Employment and Industrial Relations Minister John Mickel.

Dunning, an industry appointment, was assured of the government's full support in achieving outcomes as outlined in the report, Mickel said.

The initial O'Donnell report released in July 2007 focused on the immediate capacity constraints in the supply chain servicing the coal export markets through the Port of Hay Point.

Industry dissatisfaction over system performance shortcomings was a key topic in the first report. The follow-up report continues the theme and adds recommendations on how to improve efficiency from mine to port.

O'Donnell said all parties needed to work cooperatively to achieve the best outcomes for Queensland. There were no easy fixes.

Mickel said the analysis, comments and recommendations in the report would provide real benefits to the management of the Goonyella coal supply chain. "I am pleased to see recognition of QR's Business Improvement Plan, which has been in operation since the first review.

"QR has acknowledged there was room for improvement and its program for initiatives, including additional rolling stock, is already showing positive outcomes for the coal supply chain."

Mickel said the report's review of longer term planning issues and focus on maximising the effectiveness of the coal chain would help Queensland maintain its position as the world's key coal export region.

The Goonyella Coal Chain Capacity Review second and final report can be downloaded from the Queensland Transport website.