Latest Lithium Production News

Core Lithium has secured a $274 million contract with Develop Global to advance underground mining at the BP33 deposit, a cornerstone of its Finniss Lithium Operation, aiming for first ore by mid-2027 and full production in 2028.

Atlantic Lithium has consented to Elevra's transfer of its 22.5% interest in the Ewoyaa Lithium Project to Zhejiang Huayou Cobalt, enabling Huayou to assume sole funding responsibilities and potentially accelerating project development.

Atlantic Lithium has agreed to be acquired by Zhejiang Huayou Cobalt for US$210 million in an all-cash deal offering a 26.6% premium to recent share prices, aiming to accelerate lithium production in Ghana.

Ore Resources (ASX: OR3) has kicked off a 3,000m reverse circulation drilling campaign at its Coolgardie Lithium Projects, targeting strike extensions and infill at the Big Red and Potoroo pegmatites. The program follows strong historical lithium intercepts and promising metallurgical testwork, with results due in June 2026.

Galan Lithium has completed Phase 1 construction at Hombre Muerto West, secured A$40 million to expand production capacity by 30%, and is poised to begin lithium chloride concentrate shipments in H2 2026.

IGO Limited posted a robust quarter driven by Nova’s nickel output and cash flow, while Greenbushes’ lithium production stalled amid safety and operational challenges, prompting a downgrade in full-year guidance.

Vulcan Energy has officially started full-scale construction of its Lionheart lithium chemicals facility in Frankfurt, targeting a 2028 commercial production start with a capacity to supply 500,000 EV batteries annually.

PLS Group delivered a record 232.4kt spodumene concentrate production in March 2026, lifted revenue 52% to A$567 million on soaring lithium prices, and strengthened its balance sheet with a US$600 million senior notes issuance.

Elevra Lithium delivered a strong March 2026 quarter with record revenues, operational improvements at North American Lithium, and progress on multiple growth fronts, supported by a robust cash position.

Pantera Minerals has seen a 37% uplift in the valuation of its EnergyX stake following an increase in EnergyX’s Regulation A raise price to US$13 per share, reflecting operational progress and stronger market confidence.

Vulcan Energy has locked in a €40 million framework agreement with Siemens to supply critical automation and engineering systems for its Lionheart lithium project in Germany, marking the final major contract ahead of production.

Prairie Lithium is poised to begin commercial lithium production in Q4 2026 as its Direct Lithium Extraction facility nears completion, backed by a binding offtake agreement covering 100% of Phase 1 output and a strategic AU$10 million equipment contribution from Hydro Lithium.