Latest Lithium Industry News

Askari Metals reports strong Phase 1 trenching results at its 100%-owned Uis Project, confirming continuous high-grade polymetallic mineralisation including tin, lithium, tantalum, rubidium, and caesium. These findings bolster confidence ahead of planned drilling in H2 2026.

Atlantic Lithium has raised up to US$16.4 million through strategic Ghanaian pension fund investments and a placement with Long State Investments, advancing its flagship Ewoyaa Lithium Project towards production.

EAU Lithium, backed by Cosmos Exploration, has formalised a negotiation framework with Bolivia’s state lithium company YLB to explore industrial-scale lithium extraction using Vulcan Energy’s innovative technology.

Lithium Universe Limited has secured a decade-long binding offtake agreement with Norah Mining Limited to supply spodumene concentrate for its Bécancour Lithium Refinery in Canada, reinforcing its North American lithium ambitions amid rising prices.

IRIS Metals has reported significant progress in its US lithium and critical minerals projects, highlighted by major rubidium discoveries and a strategic tungsten farm-in. The company is poised to enhance its role in domestic critical minerals supply chains.

Firebird Metals has appointed industry veteran Ron Mitchell as CEO, signaling a strategic push in lithium and manganese battery materials development. The leadership reshuffle also sees Evan Cranston become Executive Chairman, while Peter Allen transitions to a consulting role.

Liontown Resources capped its first year at Kathleen Valley with over 300,000 tonnes of spodumene concentrate produced and a record $23 million in operating cash flow, despite a challenging lithium price environment. The company is on track to complete open pit mining by year-end and fully transition to underground operations by Q3 FY26.

Lithium Universe Limited reveals progress on its Bécancour lithium refinery and secures innovative photovoltaic recycling technology, positioning itself at the forefront of sustainable lithium supply.

Jindalee Lithium has appointed Ian Rodger as Managing Director, marking a leadership milestone as the company advances its McDermitt Lithium Project. Rodger’s promotion follows his pivotal role in delivering key project studies and securing regulatory milestones.

Askari Metals has revealed a promising reinterpretation of historical data at its Uis Project in Namibia, highlighting significant tin, tantalum, and rubidium mineralisation adjacent to an operating mine. The findings set the stage for an expanded exploration campaign.

Calix Limited and Pilbara Minerals have recommenced construction on their Mid-Stream Demonstration Plant following a $15 million grant from the Western Australian Government, aiming for completion by December 2025.

Lithium Universe Limited has forged a strategic partnership with Polytechnique Montréal to boost lithium processing expertise and education in Canada, aiming to strengthen the local battery materials supply chain and promote sustainable innovation.