Latest Lithium Processing News

IRIS Metals has partnered with Rock Zero to pioneer a low-emission lithium refining process in the U.S., aiming to secure a domestic supply chain with breakthrough technology.

EnergyX’s share price hike to US$11 signals renewed investor confidence and a lithium market rebound, increasing Pantera Lithium’s holding value by A$5.4 million.

Green Technology Metals advances its Ontario lithium projects with new mining leases, a significant rubidium discovery, and a $4.5 million capital raise to fuel development.

Livium Ltd has completed its strategic pivot to focus on recycling clean energy waste, reporting solid Q1 FY26 results and securing a significant capital raise to fuel expansion into battery, solar panel, and rare-earth element recycling.

Neometals reports promising gold exploration results at Barrambie and advances lithium and vanadium projects with major partners, while completing a key business sale.

Prairie Lithium has signed a non-binding agreement to supply 6,000 metric tons of lithium carbonate equivalent annually to Stardust Power’s Oklahoma refinery, reinforcing North America’s lithium supply chain.

Lithium Universe Limited has unveiled plans for a second lithium carbonate refinery in Brownsville, Texas, complementing its flagship Québec project and aiming to ease North America's lithium supply bottleneck.

WestStar Industrial's subsidiary SIMPEC has landed a $4 million contract to enhance capacity at Tianqi Lithium's Kwinana hydroxide processing plant, marking a significant step in Australia's clean energy infrastructure.

Calix Limited has inked a pivotal MOU and testing agreement with a leading aluminium company to advance its electric calcination technology, aiming to revolutionize alumina production with near-zero emissions.

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.

Livium Ltd and Mineral Resources Ltd have formalised a 50 – 50 joint venture to commercialise the innovative LieNA® lithium processing technology, aiming to license it globally despite current market headwinds.

WestStar Industrial’s subsidiary SIMPEC has landed a significant $11 million contract to expand Tianqi Lithium’s Kwinana hydroxide processing facility, reinforcing its role in Australia’s energy transition.