Latest Lithium Production News

Galan Lithium advances construction at its Hombre Muerto West project, targeting first lithium production in the first half of 2026, while strategically expanding its Greenbushes South tenure in Western Australia.

Neometals and Mineral Resources’ joint venture Reed Advanced Materials has teamed up with electrochemical leader De Nora to pilot an integrated lithium hydroxide production plant, advancing sustainable battery materials technology.

Perpetual Resources has reported multiple high-grade lithium rock chip assays from its Renaldinho and Morro Grande projects in Brazil, confirming a fertile lithium system and setting the stage for a significant drilling campaign in 2026.

Elevra Lithium unveils a staged, accelerated expansion plan for its North American Lithium mine, aiming to increase spodumene concentrate production to 315ktpa by early 2029 while lowering operating costs.

Argosy Minerals has completed detailed engineering for a 40MW energy infrastructure project to supply its Rincon Lithium Project in Argentina, marking a key step towards commercialisation and cost efficiency.

Chariot Resources has signed a non-binding MOU with Fujian Jinjianqiao to explore offtake, financing, and local processing for its Nigerian lithium projects, aiming to accelerate commercialisation.

Vulcan Energy Resources has successfully closed its retail entitlement offer, raising €147 million and increasing HOCHTIEF's ownership to over 15%, eliminating the need for a conditional placement.

Lake Resources has secured a crucial environmental management plan approval for its Kachi Lithium Project, marking a significant step toward final environmental impact assessment clearance and sustainable lithium production.

Critical Metals Corp has partnered with Romania's state-owned FPCU in a 50/50 joint venture, securing half of the Tanbreez rare earth concentrate and boosting European supply chain security.

Vulcan Energy Resources has raised €398 million through a fully underwritten institutional placement and entitlement offer to fund the construction and commissioning of its Lionheart lithium project, marking a pivotal step from development to execution.

Vulcan Energy Resources has locked in full financing for its Phase One Lionheart project, marking a pivotal step toward producing carbon-neutral lithium hydroxide in Germany by 2028. The €2.2 billion package combines debt, equity, and government grants, underpinning robust project economics and strategic partnerships.

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.