Latest Lithium Production News

Ioneer Ltd announces a significant upgrade to the economics of its Rhyolite Ridge Lithium-Boron Project in Nevada, driven by a process optimization that increases annual ore throughput by 25% without extra capital costs.

Anson Resources has submitted a permit application for a production-scale disposal well at its Green River Lithium Project, marking a key step toward full-scale lithium production in Utah. This well will support both demonstration and future operations, enhancing geological understanding and resource modeling.

Livium Ltd reports a maiden profit at its battery recycling arm Envirostream, advances its lithium extraction joint venture with Mineral Resources, and secures a $30 million grant for its lithium ferro phosphate demonstration plant.

Sayona Mining delivered record lithium production and sales in FY25 but reported a $382 million loss due to asset impairments amid falling lithium prices. The company is poised for transformation with its imminent merger with Piedmont Lithium.

Sayona Mining delivered record lithium concentrate production and sales in FY25, driving revenue to $223 million despite a 16% drop in selling prices. The company also recorded a significant $271 million impairment on its North American Lithium assets amid weaker market conditions.

Mineral Resources Limited reported FY25 results highlighting record mining services earnings driven by Onslow Iron's ramp-up, offset by lithium challenges and significant impairments. The company is focused on deleveraging and strengthening governance as it transitions to long-life, low-cost assets.

Anson Resources is leveraging historic diamond core samples to refine flow rate estimates and upgrade its Green River lithium resource, accelerating its path to production.

Galan Lithium has cleared all hurdles for a $20 million placement to Clean Elements Fund, unlocking funding to complete Phase 1 of its Hombre Muerto West lithium project with production slated for early 2026.

Pilbara Minerals reported a 4% increase in lithium production for FY25 despite a 39% revenue drop amid falling prices, maintaining a robust balance sheet and outlining optimistic FY26 growth plans.

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.

Liontown Resources launches a fully underwritten A$266 million placement, anchored by a A$50 million cornerstone investment from the National Reconstruction Fund Corporation, to bolster its balance sheet and support growth at Kathleen Valley.

Lake Resources has updated its lithium ore reserve for the Kachi Project in Argentina, unveiling an optimized mine plan that boosts lithium grades and recovery while cutting costs and environmental impact.