Latest Battery Production News

Legacy Minerals has lodged an exploration licence application over the Nico Young nickel-cobalt deposit in NSW, securing a nationally significant resource with no acquisition cost. This strategic move positions the company to capitalize on future nickel and cobalt market recoveries.

Champion Iron Limited reported a solid Q4 FY2025 with record iron ore concentrate sales of 3.5 million dmt and steady production despite scheduled maintenance and ore hardness issues. The company is progressing its Direct Reduction Pellet Feed (DRPF) project on track for December 2025 commissioning.

Firebird Metals has made significant strides in its LMFP battery strategy, finalizing multiple offtake agreements with Chinese manufacturers and securing a mining lease for its Oakover project, positioning itself as a low-cost producer in the growing battery materials market.

Li-S Energy reports a $2.67 million net loss for H1 FY25 but marks significant milestones in lithium sulfur battery production and strategic partnerships.

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.

Redivium Limited has successfully completed the formalities for listing a €25 million green bond, aimed at accelerating its sustainable battery recycling projects across Europe, including the UK, Czech Republic, and Romania.

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.

Australian Vanadium Limited reports significant progress in its integrated vanadium supply chain, including government approvals, Project Lumina development, and successful vanadium flow battery deployment.

Kuniko Limited's December 2024 quarterly report reveals a significant resource upgrade at its flagship Ertelien project, alongside promising copper-zinc targets in Trøndelag, reinforcing its role in Europe's sustainable battery metals supply chain.

Altech Batteries’ CERENERGY® sodium chloride battery project has secured the highest environmental rating, ‘Dark Green,’ from S&P Global Ratings, highlighting its low emissions and sustainable production. This accreditation opens access to the growing Green Bond market, positioning Altech as a leader in eco-friendly battery technology.

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.