Latest Demonstration Plant News

Anson Resources has partnered with POSCO Holdings to develop a demonstration plant for Direct Lithium Extraction at the Green River Lithium Project, aiming to validate new technology and boost US lithium supply.

Neometals’ joint venture Reed Advanced Materials has signed a non-binding MoU with Rio Tinto to collaborate on advancing the ELi Process, a lithium hydroxide production technology promising significant cost and environmental benefits.

Ionic Rare Earths is advancing plans for multiple magnet recycling plants in the US, leveraging patented technology to produce high-purity rare earth oxides amid growing demand for sovereign supply chains.

Hazer Group unveils a strategic alliance with engineering giant KBR to fast-track its low-cost clean hydrogen technology, targeting major global markets with a capex-lite licensing model.

Resouro Strategic Metals’ Tiros Project in Brazil has been selected for a major Brazilian government funding initiative aimed at advancing critical mineral production. This endorsement could accelerate the project’s development and bolster its role in the clean energy transition.

Renascor Resources has received provisional development authorisation from South Australia’s Minister for Planning to build a commercial-scale battery anode material plant, marking a pivotal step in its vertically integrated graphite project.

Euro Manganese has successfully closed a C$11.2 million financing round, attracting heavyweight investors including the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development and Eric Sprott. The funds will accelerate development of its Chvaletice Manganese Project, a critical European source of battery-grade manganese.

WestStar Industrial’s subsidiary SIMPEC has landed a $17 million contract to deliver key construction works for a pioneering lithium refining plant in Western Australia, marking a significant step in Australia’s energy transition.

Euro Manganese Inc. reported a net loss of CAD 9.174 million for the half-year ending March 31, 2025, while making significant progress on its Chvaletice Manganese Project, including securing key permits and strategic status under EU and Czech frameworks. The company’s development hinges on completing a crucial private placement and share purchase plan to sustain operations.

Euro Manganese advances its Chvaletice manganese project with key regulatory approvals, leadership appointments, and a $9.8 million capital raise, while reporting a narrowed Q3 net loss.

Talga Group has locked in a binding multi-year offtake agreement with Nyobolt for its Talnode-C graphite anode, marking a key commercial milestone for its Vittangi Anode Project in Sweden.

MTM Critical Metals has locked in a pre-permitted industrial site in Texas, positioning itself to commission its innovative metal recovery plant by year-end 2025 and accelerate U.S. commercial expansion.