Latest Lithium Supply Chain News

Patagonia Lithium Limited reports a maiden mineral resource estimate of 717,000 tonnes of lithium metal equivalent and advances exploration in Argentina and Brazil, while navigating critical funding negotiations to support its 2025 growth plans.

Galan Lithium Limited has announced a substantial 150% increase in its Candelas Mineral Resource to 1.6 Mt LCE, lifting its total Hombre Muerto West resource to 9.5 Mt LCE and securing a spot among the world’s top 10 lithium projects.

Lightning Minerals reports a breakthrough spodumene discovery grading up to 4.04% Li2O at its Esperança project in Brazil, alongside multiple lithium drill targets across its Brazilian portfolio, setting the stage for a major drilling campaign in early 2025.

Livium Ltd reports a 179% surge in recycling gross profit and advances its lithium extraction technology, positioning itself strongly in the evolving battery materials market.

Argosy Minerals has reported significant progress on its flagship Rincon Lithium Project, including an upgraded mineral resource estimate and advancing engineering and feasibility studies toward a 12,000tpa lithium carbonate operation.

IGO Limited has ceased all work on Lithium Hydroxide Plant 2 at its Kwinana Refinery, anticipating a substantial impairment loss in its upcoming half-year financial results.

Mandrake Resources has announced a significant maiden Inferred Resource of 3.3 million tonnes of Lithium Carbonate Equivalent at its Utah Lithium Project, alongside securing a US$1 million grant from the US Department of Energy to support further exploration and development.

Vulcan Energy has successfully closed its Share Purchase Plan, raising approximately A$8 million through the issuance of over 1.3 million new shares, following a major institutional placement. This capital injection supports the company’s pioneering lithium and renewable energy projects in Europe.

Patagonia Lithium Ltd has announced a maiden JORC Inferred Mineral Resource Estimate of 3.8 million tonnes of Lithium Carbonate Equivalent at its Formentera Lithium Brine Project in Argentina, highlighting significant potential for resource upgrades through ongoing drilling and advanced extraction technology.

Patriot Battery Metals has secured a C$69 million strategic investment from Volkswagen, marking a pivotal step in advancing its Shaakichiuwaanaan Lithium Project in Quebec. This partnership includes a 10-year offtake agreement with Volkswagen's PowerCo SE, positioning Patriot as a key player in North America's lithium supply chain.