Latest Battery Materials News

1414 Degrees has completed key milestones on its SiBox technology, advanced SiBrick storage media towards mass production, and acquired an exclusive licence for innovative silicon nanoparticle tech, backed by a $1.214 million capital raise.

Sarytogan Graphite Limited has secured major engineering contracts for its Definitive Feasibility Study, setting the stage for construction in 2027. The project’s strategic importance under the EU Critical Raw Materials Act highlights its role in the battery minerals supply chain.

Locksley Resources has made significant strides in its US critical minerals strategy, advancing proprietary antimony refining technology and expanding its Mojave Project landholding. The company also completed an oversubscribed capital raise to fund upcoming drilling and downstream processing initiatives.

Buxton Resources reports promising assay results from its maiden drilling at the Centurion Project, alongside strategic leadership changes and a solid cash position heading into 2026.

Element 25 Limited has raised AU$10 million to advance its Butcherbird Expansion Project in Western Australia, aiming to increase manganese production and support its innovative battery materials refinery in the US.

Syrah Resources resumed graphite production at its Balama mine and advanced its Vidalia anode material facility amid supportive US trade tariffs and tax credits, positioning itself strongly in the growing EV battery market.

Syrah Resources reported resumed production at its Balama graphite mine and ongoing qualification delays at its Vidalia anode material facility, while US tariffs on Chinese graphite reshape global supply chains.

Greenwing Resources has launched a Stage 2 Scoping Study to explore restarting and expanding its Graphmada Graphite Mine in Madagascar, aiming to meet rising global demand and strategic supply challenges.

NOVONIX has reached mutual agreement to draw down an additional US$40 million tranche of convertible debentures from Yorkville Advisors, advancing its funding strategy to support growth in battery technology.

Li-S Energy has completed Australia’s inaugural lithium foil production line, marking a key step in domestic battery material manufacturing and opening export opportunities.

Canadian Phosphate Limited has bolstered its balance sheet through the sale of its pelleting plant and reported improved cash flow despite permitting setbacks in British Columbia. The company is strategically positioned to capitalize on growing North American demand for domestically sourced phosphate amid global supply disruptions.

Firebird Metals has appointed industry veteran Ron Mitchell as CEO, signaling a strategic push in lithium and manganese battery materials development. The leadership reshuffle also sees Evan Cranston become Executive Chairman, while Peter Allen transitions to a consulting role.