Latest Lithium Production News

Rio Tinto reported a 3% year-on-year increase in copper equivalent production for H1 2026, driven by Oyu Tolgoi’s 31% growth and record iron ore output in the Pilbara, while maintaining full-year guidance amid geopolitical headwinds.

Li-FT Power has gained a two-year exclusive call option, approved by the Superior Court of Québec, to acquire the Renard diamond mine site with plans to explore its conversion for lithium processing.

Charger Metals has completed the unconditional sale of its Bynoe Lithium Project to Core Lithium’s subsidiary for $3.75 million upfront, with further payments tied to resource milestones and a capped royalty. The deal frees capital for Charger’s Lake Johnston lithium exploration and development plans.

Prairie Lithium has taken a major step toward commercial lithium production with the arrival of North America’s largest Direct Lithium Extraction unit at its Saskatchewan project, underpinning its Phase 1 launch and revenue path.

Anson Resources has pushed forward the Definitive Feasibility Study for its Green River Lithium Project, targeting completion in January 2027 after a key engineering meeting in Las Vegas.

Prairie Lithium restructures its board to sharpen focus on commercial lithium production, with Paul Lloyd stepping up as Executive Chairman to lead corporate strategy and financing.

Develop Global has locked in a major A$70 million mining contract for its Pioneer Dome lithium project, setting the stage for first sales in the December quarter of 2026. Strong drilling results and a binding offtake deal with Trafigura underpin the project’s fast-tracked development and cashflow outlook.

Li-FT Power Ltd. has obtained a binding call option to acquire the Renard diamond mine site or its owning companies, aiming to repurpose its processing infrastructure for lithium production. The deal hinges on Canadian court approval and involves a significant option fee and care commitments.

EAU Lithium has committed to acquiring Vulcan's proven A-DLE Pilot Plant 4 from Germany, strengthening its capacity to optimise lithium extraction from Bolivian brines and supporting strategic deployment of VULSORB® technology.

Core Lithium has begun underground decline development at its BP33 deposit within the Finniss Lithium Project, alongside ongoing open pit mining at Grants, and successfully shipped its first lithium products via Darwin Port.

EAU Lithium has locked in a Master Services Agreement with South American EPCM leader SEPCON, setting the stage for pilot plant deployment and advancing lithium production plans in Bolivia.

Jindalee Lithium’s US subsidiary, HiTech Minerals, has partnered with environmental nonprofit RESOLVE to investigate a voluntary stewardship area around its McDermitt Lithium Project, aiming to balance responsible lithium development with conservation efforts.