Latest Lithium Ion Batteries News

Cobalt Blue Holdings has confirmed its cobalt sulphate meets stringent battery precursor specifications, advancing its Kwinana Cobalt Refinery toward a Final Investment Decision. The company also expands its graphite recovery program, positioning itself at the forefront of Australia’s battery materials ecosystem.

Syrah Resources has locked in a multi-year conditional offtake agreement with NextSource Materials, underpinning the strategic importance of its Balama graphite in the evolving battery supply chain outside China.

1414 Degrees Ltd posted a steep 192% rise in half-year losses to $3.86 million, while advancing its silicon-based energy storage and hydrogen technologies. The company also faces uncertainty after its joint venture partner Vast Renewables entered administration.

NOVONIX Limited posted a $92.7 million net loss for 2025 while progressing its synthetic graphite anode materials business and preparing to divest its Battery Technology Solutions segment.

Critical Resources Limited highlights significant progress in its lithium and gold projects across Canada and New Zealand, alongside pioneering work in next-generation solid-state lithium-ion batteries.

Firebird Metals has locked in exclusive global rights to five critical LMFP patents, solidifying its position in the lithium-ion battery materials market and paving the way for its Australian Demonstration Plant.

EcoGraf Limited has completed a comprehensive update to its Bankable Feasibility Study for the Epanko Graphite Project, confirming robust financials and a production increase to 73,000 tonnes per annum. The study underpins advanced project financing and highlights significant expansion potential amid rising global graphite demand.

Sarytogan Graphite Limited has secured a crucial 27-year water licence for its Kazakhstan graphite project, marking a significant step in de-risking development. This approval complements prior permits and supports the upcoming feasibility study.

Metal Bank Limited has intersected thick, high-grade near-surface graphite adjacent to its Millennium copper-cobalt-gold resource in northwest Queensland, potentially adding a valuable critical mineral to the project.

Impact Minerals’ 50%-owned Alluminous has hit a key milestone by shipping its first batch of high purity alumina to U.S. battery innovator C4V, advancing pilot plant operations and product qualification.

Livium Ltd has turned a profit in the first half of FY26 despite lower revenues, supported by cost cuts and a new joint venture. The company also secured $4.5 million in fresh capital to expand its lithium-ion battery recycling and rare earth initiatives.

Euro Manganese Inc. reported progress on its Chvaletice and Bécancour manganese projects, securing funding amendments and advancing permitting despite ongoing financial pressures. The company is positioned to benefit from growing demand for high-purity manganese in lithium-ion batteries amid evolving market dynamics.