Latest Battery Materials Sector News

Evion Group has raised $2 million through a Rights Issue and Shortfall Placement to accelerate expansion of its Panthera Graphite JV, aiming to double production capacity amid strong global demand.

Lithium Energy Limited has obtained final Environmental Impact Assessment approvals for key Solaroz concessions, paving the way for the next phase of lithium exploration and evaluation in Argentina.

Evion Group has successfully raised $1.33 million through a rights issue, positioning itself to accelerate production at its Panthera JV in India. The company also announced a bonus options offer to reward shareholders and support future expansion.

Vulcan Energy has begun mobilising its advanced V20 drilling rig to the Schleidberg site in Germany, marking a key milestone in its Phase One Lionheart Project to produce sustainable lithium for electric vehicle batteries.

NOVONIX has advanced its position in the battery materials sector with a conditional US$754 million loan commitment from the U.S. Department of Energy and binding offtake agreements with automotive giants Stellantis and PowerCo. These milestones underpin its expansion plans for synthetic graphite production in North America.

International Graphite Limited has locked in a $2 million government grant to fund critical feasibility studies for its Western Australian battery anode materials project, reinforcing its mine-to-market strategy.

Element 25 Limited has announced a 107% increase in Ore Reserves at its Butcherbird Manganese Project in Western Australia, now supporting an 18.3-year mine life at 1.1Mtpa production. This milestone underpins the company’s strategic expansion into battery-grade manganese supply for the EV market.

NOVONIX announces the departure of CEO Dr. Chris Burns, with CFO Robert Long stepping in as interim CEO amid plans to scale production at its Riverside facility.

Rio Tinto's Q4 2024 production results reflect steady operational performance with record bauxite output and significant progress on key growth projects like Oyu Tolgoi and Rincon lithium expansion.