Latest Extraction Technology News

Lithium Universe Limited (ASX, LU7) reports major advances in silver recycling technology alongside plans for a second lithium refinery in Texas, supported by a $2.5 million capital raise.

Livium Ltd has solidified its position in the clean energy recycling sector with new contracts, a key patent, and a $4.5 million capital raise, setting the stage for accelerated growth in lithium-ion battery and rare earth element recycling.

Lake Resources NL reported a solid quarter ending December 2025, progressing regulatory approvals for its Kachi Lithium Brine Project while slashing cash outgoings by 45% year-on-year and maintaining strong liquidity amid a sharp lithium price rally.

Infinity Mining confirms exceptional antimony grades at Walhalla South Extended and advances a groundbreaking extraction partnership at its Cangai Copper Project.

Mandrake Resources advances its Utah Lithium Project with a significant 3.3Mt lithium carbonate equivalent inferred resource, alongside key agreements for lithium offtake and uranium recovery.

ABx Group has reported exceptional rare earth extraction rates exceeding 80% from column leach tests on bulk samples at its Deep Leads project, suggesting heap leaching could outperform traditional tank methods and accelerate commercial production.

Everest Metals Corporation, in partnership with Edith Cowan University, has won a $490,500 grant to accelerate its innovative rubidium extraction technology at the Mt Edon project, positioning Australia to establish its first sovereign rubidium supply.

Latrobe Magnesium Limited has received a $6.29 million R&D tax rebate from the ATO, using the funds to reduce debt and progress its magnesium production plants in Australia and Malaysia.

Lithium Universe Limited has completed the second tranche of its share placement, raising $40,000 and issuing over 56 million listed options, as it pushes forward with lithium refinery projects in Québec and Texas.

Anson Resources and POSCO Holdings have advanced their collaboration on the Green River Direct Lithium Extraction demonstration plant, with POSCO’s investment decision timeline pushed to early 2026. The partnership signals a strategic move to secure North American lithium resources and commercialize cutting-edge extraction technology.

Lake Resources has disclosed an inadvertent breach of ASX Listing Rule 7.1 related to the timing of share issuance under an agreement with Acuity Capital. The company is taking steps to strengthen governance and prevent future errors.

Vulcan Energy Resources has locked in a €2.2 billion financing package to fully fund Phase One of its Lionheart lithium and renewable energy project in Germany, marking a pivotal move from development to construction. The project aims to supply Europe with low-carbon lithium for electric vehicle batteries alongside renewable power and heat.