Latest Battery Technology News

Firebird Metals has validated its proprietary Lithium Manganese Rich (LMR) cathode materials, achieving discharge capacities on par with commercial references and significantly surpassing conventional LFP and high-nickel NCM cathodes. This milestone underscores Firebird's integrated battery materials strategy and sets the stage for advanced optimisation at its Australian Demonstration Plant.

Element 25 is on track to commission its Butcherbird manganese expansion in early 2027, while securing a substantial US Department of Energy grant to support its US battery materials facility.

Critical Resources (ASX:CRR) spotlighted its multi-commodity pipeline and breakthrough battery cooling technology at the July 2026 TechKnow Invest Roadshow, highlighting exploration progress and exclusive global licensing deals.

Critical Resources identified 14 pegmatite bodies at Mavis Lake’s Corona Field and confirmed high-grade tungsten and gold systems in New Zealand, while progressing its solid-state lithium-ion battery technology to full-format pouch cells.

Li-S Energy marked key commercial and regulatory milestones in Q2 2026, including ISO 9001:2015 certification for its lithium foil line, first commercial foil sale, and US air transport approvals for lithium-sulfur cells. The company also completed a major Battery Testing Centre expansion and began deep-ocean cell testing with MSubs.

Nico Resources has completed preparations for a key infill drilling campaign at its Wingellina nickel-cobalt project, aiming to upgrade resource classifications and refine metallurgical understanding. The company also inked a strategic MOU with Pure Battery Technologies to explore regional refining opportunities amid a turbulent nickel price environment.

Berkeley Energia has delivered a maiden Mineral Resource Estimate for its Conchas Project in Spain, revealing significant lithium and rubidium grades near surface and confirming the project's potential for bulk open-pit mining.

Cadoux Ltd and the SAFELOOP consortium have surpassed key performance and recycling targets in lithium-ion battery development, marking a world-first in commercial-scale use of recycled active materials enhanced by Cadoux's premiumHPA®. This breakthrough advances the pathway to gigafactory production and strengthens Cadoux's position in the EV battery supply chain.

AnteoTech has secured independent validation for its Ultranode™ 95 silicon anode in commercial drone battery cells, launched a new battery additive, and strengthened its cash position with a A$10 million capital raise.

Richmond Vanadium Technology has appointed Seth McCann as General Manager for Development, Approvals & Studies, positioning the company to advance critical environmental and regulatory milestones for its Queensland vanadium project.

Impact Minerals (ASX:IPT) has received a $310,000 Research and Development tax rebate for FY2025, supporting its Lake Hope High Purity Alumina project and investment in Alluminous Pty Ltd.

Strategic Elements has begun building a pocket-sized Moisture Energy Dock that uses its Energy Ink™ technology to charge standard lithium-ion batteries from moisture alone, aiming to power a Nokia feature phone call without any external power source.