Latest Lithium Projects News

Pursuit Minerals has reported promising early results from its DDH-3 drillhole at the Mito tenement, recovering highly saline brines consistent with its geological model and supporting the potential for significant lithium resources.

Anson Resources has applied for 17 additional SITLA blocks adjacent to its Green River Lithium Project, potentially boosting its JORC resource by 18.4% without further drilling. The move aligns with plans to update the resource estimate by Q3 2026 and supports upcoming project financing efforts.

Lithium Plus Minerals has boosted its Lei Deposit lithium resource by 34%, raising contained lithium to 78.4kt and increasing Indicated resources to 55%, underpinning plans for a low-capex underground direct shipping ore operation.

Vulcan Energy has received the first tranche of equity funding from its €2.2 billion financing package for the Lionheart lithium and geothermal project, confirming progress aligned with its construction schedule.

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.

Stelar Metals has revealed multiple rock chip assays exceeding 1% WO3 at its Hill of Leaders Project, marking a significant new tungsten discovery in the Northern Territory. The company is fast-tracking drilling to test the system's scale amid tightening global tungsten supply.

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.

Cygnus Metals is set for a transformative acquisition by Central Asia Metals valued at about A$232 million, while its Golden Eye deposit delivers high-grade drilling results that bolster resource confidence.

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 clinched approval for its Small Scale Mining Operation at its Green River Lithium Project, clearing the way for a 10,000 tpa lithium carbonate plant in Utah. With all major permits in hand, the company moves closer to refining costs and advancing project financing.

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.