Latest Downstream Integration News

Sayona Mining delivered record lithium concentrate production and sales in FY25, driving revenue to $223 million despite a 16% drop in selling prices. The company also recorded a significant $271 million impairment on its North American Lithium assets amid weaker market conditions.

Pilbara Minerals Limited (PLS) reported a challenging FY25 marked by a 39% revenue drop and a net loss of $196 million amid falling lithium prices. Despite this, the company advanced key expansion projects, acquired a Brazilian lithium asset, and made significant sustainability strides.

Liontown Resources has successfully ramped up production at its Kathleen Valley Lithium Operation, marking a milestone as Australia’s first underground lithium mine begins ahead of schedule. The company reports strong operational and financial performance amid robust lithium demand.

Black Rock Mining advances its Mahenge Graphite Project with a A$5 million placement and POSCO’s strategic US$277 million investment in a Korean spherical graphite plant, signaling strengthened downstream integration and project momentum.

Viridis Mining and Minerals has delivered a maiden Mixed Rare Earth Carbonate product with exceptional recovery rates, alongside a substantial resource upgrade at its Colossus Rare Earth Project in Brazil.