Latest Battery Materials News

Syrah Resources reports a strategic pause at its Balama graphite mine while advancing production at its Vidalia AAM facility, navigating evolving US trade policies and strong EV-driven demand. The company’s integrated ex-China supply chain and ESG credentials position it for growth despite near-term operational headwinds.

Syrah Resources halts production at its Balama graphite mine amid ongoing protests while advancing its US-based Vidalia anode material facility, securing a significant $165 million US tax credit and forging key offtake deals.

Tivan Limited reported significant progress in Q1 2025, including advancing a binding joint venture with Sumitomo Corporation for its Speewah Fluorite Project and securing seven exploration licenses for its Turiscai copper-gold project in Timor-Leste.

Cobalt Blue Holdings Limited announces a strategic pivot with a proposed rebranding to Core Blue Minerals Limited and an Earn-in agreement for the Halls Creek Project, marking its diversification beyond cobalt into copper and other base metals.

Cobalt Blue Holdings Limited is set to rebrand as Core Blue Minerals Limited, reflecting its strategic shift to diversify beyond cobalt into copper and other base metals through a new Earn-in agreement for the Halls Creek Project.

International Graphite's Springdale Project achieves over 99.95% purity in graphite purification tests coordinated by Marubeni, signaling strong potential for battery market supply.

Lithium Universe Limited has forged a strategic partnership with Polytechnique Montréal to boost lithium processing expertise and education in Canada, aiming to strengthen the local battery materials supply chain and promote sustainable innovation.

Solis Minerals appoints Mitch Thomas as CEO, shifting Mike Parker to Technical Director, ahead of a major 2025 drilling campaign in Peru's copper-rich belt.

Poseidon Nickel Limited’s shares have been suspended from trading following court approval of Horizon Minerals’ acquisition scheme, marking a pivotal step in the nickel miner’s corporate evolution.

Trek Metals reports a significant high-grade manganese discovery at the Pearana Prospect in Western Australia's Pilbara region, with assays peaking at 57% Mn and advancing towards drill-ready status.

Pilbara Minerals delivers record production and sales at Pilgangoora but faces statutory net losses due to joint venture investments and expansion costs. The company remains optimistic about long-term lithium market prospects.

Firebird Metals has inked a non-binding MoU with global mining giant Eramet to supply manganese ore for its upcoming battery-grade manganese plant in China, marking a pivotal step toward production. The agreement aims to evolve into a long-term supply contract by 2026, underpinning Firebird’s growth in the EV battery materials market.