Latest Lithium Supply Chain News

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.