Latest Battery Materials News

Livium Ltd announces a further A$335,000 distribution from its 50% stake in the LieNA joint venture, following receipt of a substantial R&D tax incentive rebate for FY25. The joint venture remains well-funded through FY27, supporting ongoing lithium extraction technology development.

Lithium Universe Limited has secured a decade-long binding offtake agreement with Norah Mining Limited to supply spodumene concentrate for its Bécancour Lithium Refinery in Canada, reinforcing its North American lithium ambitions amid rising prices.

1414 Degrees has achieved a key milestone with its SiNTL silicon anode material reaching 500 mAh/g, matching current commercial standards ahead of schedule and setting sights on 600 mAh/g within a year.

Scorpion Minerals has taken a significant step forward with a binding option to acquire the Old Prospect gold tenements and forged strategic partnerships to advance its gold and lithium projects in Western Australia.

PT ANTAM Tbk reported record production and sales volumes for nickel ore, bauxite, and alumina in FY25, driven by strong domestic demand and operational efficiencies. The company also progressed key downstream projects and strengthened its ESG leadership with multiple awards.

Asian Battery Metals PLC has reported strong exploration progress in Mongolia, including excellent copper recoveries at its Oval project and high-grade copper-gold assays at Maikhan Uul, supported by a $6 million equity raise.

International Graphite Limited has secured key approvals and funding to progress its Collie Micronising Facility and European Expandable Graphite Project, positioning itself as a major supplier outside China.

Renascor Resources has marked significant progress in constructing its government-backed Purified Spherical Graphite demonstration facility while advancing exploration and upstream optimisation, maintaining a robust cash position of approximately A$97 million.

Talga Group has reported a quarter of significant commercial and regulatory progress, including its largest anode shipment, expanded product offerings, and major mining approvals in Sweden, supported by substantial capital raises and new patents.

1414 Degrees has made significant strides in developing its Aurora Energy Precinct, securing crucial regulatory approvals for its battery storage system and progressing its battery materials and hydrogen technologies.

EcoGraf Limited has marked significant progress in its Epanko Graphite Project financing and expansion plans, while initiating a strategic gold farm-in agreement with AngloGold Ashanti in Tanzania.

Vulcan Energy Resources has locked in a €2.2 billion financing package to propel its Phase One Lionheart lithium and renewable energy project in Germany, marking a major step towards Europe’s first fully domestic sustainable lithium supply chain.