Latest Lithium Ion Batteries News

Iondrive Limited has won a $3.9 million government grant to advance its innovative urban mining technology, accelerating the construction of a pilot plant focused on critical minerals recovery from lithium-ion batteries.

Hazer Group has filed patents for a breakthrough graphite purification process that could unlock access to the lucrative battery materials market amid tightening global supply. This innovation positions Hazer to meet surging demand for high-purity graphite essential for lithium-ion batteries.

Neometals has agreed to sell its 50% stake in the lithium-ion battery recycling joint venture Primobius to SMS Group for €5 million upfront plus future royalties, marking a strategic pivot away from capital-intensive projects.

Black Canyon Limited reports compelling assay results from its Wandanya manganese discovery, confirming shallow, thick, and high-grade mineralisation over a 2km strike. The company plans to launch Phase 3 drilling to further define this promising resource.

InVert Graphite reports robust trench assay results from its Kumba deposit in Tanzania, revealing consistent high-grade graphite mineralisation over a 2km strike. The company is advancing drilling preparations amid a significant US move to impose anti-dumping duties on Chinese graphite imports.

WA1 Resources has successfully produced high-purity niobium oxide and ferroniobium from its Luni Niobium Project, highlighting the asset's potential to supply critical materials for aerospace, defence, and emerging battery markets.

Quantum Graphite Limited has made significant strides in developing its Eyre Peninsula Graphite Hub, progressing detailed planning with government stakeholders and attracting new financiers for its Uley 2 project. Exploration and purification testwork updates promise to refine its resource and product quality outlook.

Renascor Resources has achieved provisional development approval for its commercial-scale Battery Anode Material manufacturing facility, alongside significant progress in graphite production and exploration activities. The company maintains a robust cash position of A$105 million as it advances its vertically integrated graphite project.

Cadoux Limited has made significant progress in developing its high purity alumina and rare earths projects, advancing engineering design, customer engagement, and funding strategies during the June 2025 quarter.

Janus Electric Holdings has relaunched on the ASX, securing $8.8 million to accelerate its heavy vehicle electrification strategy, including a key supply agreement with Electrovaya for next-generation lithium-ion batteries.

Livium Ltd reported a modest net profit in its battery recycling division for Q4 FY25, while securing significant new contracts and progressing lithium extraction technology development.

Lincoln Minerals has identified multiple high-priority drill targets at its Minbrie Copper-Base Metals Project with drilling planned for late 2025, while its Kookaburra Graphite Project achieves battery-grade purity, underscoring the company’s strategic positioning in critical minerals.