Latest Battery Materials News

Neometals Ltd has bolstered its financial position with a A$7.1 million capital raise while progressing key projects including the commissioning of a lithium-ion battery recycling plant in Germany and preparing for maiden gold drilling at Barrambie.

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.

Vulcan Energy has successfully closed its Share Purchase Plan, raising approximately A$8 million through the issuance of over 1.3 million new shares, following a major institutional placement. This capital injection supports the company’s pioneering lithium and renewable energy projects in Europe.

Patagonia Lithium has announced a significant inferred mineral resource of 3.816 million tonnes lithium carbonate equivalent at its Formentera project, highlighting strong lithium concentrations and promising extraction technology that could accelerate production timelines.

Eastern Resources Limited has reported promising preliminary metallurgical test results from its Lepidolite Hill Project, achieving an 80.5% recovery of lithia and producing a high-grade concentrate with low iron contamination.

Element 25 Limited has completed an updated feasibility study for its Butcherbird manganese project, targeting a 1.1 million tonnes per annum production over an 18.3-year mine life with robust economic returns and strategic ties to EV battery markets.

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.

Patriot Battery Metals has secured a C$69 million strategic investment from Volkswagen, marking a pivotal step in advancing its Shaakichiuwaanaan Lithium Project in Quebec. This partnership includes a 10-year offtake agreement with Volkswagen's PowerCo SE, positioning Patriot as a key player in North America's lithium supply chain.

TG Metals Limited reports robust metallurgical testwork outcomes for spodumene concentrate at its Lake Johnston Project, achieving lithium grades exceeding 6% Li2O and recovery rates above 80%. The company maintains a solid cash position of $5.3 million as it prepares for further exploration in 2025.

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.

Element 25 has obtained key regulatory approval from WA's DEMIRS for its Butcherbird Expansion Project, paving the way for a twelve-year production run at 1.1 million tonnes per annum of manganese concentrate. The final hurdle remains the Works Approval, expected imminently.