Latest Lithium Supply Chain News

Mandrake Resources has signed a non-binding Letter of Intent to supply lithium chloride to US refinery Stardust Power, marking a strategic step in the US push for domestic critical minerals.

European Metals Holdings has advanced its Cinovec Lithium Project with a new preliminary mining permit and secured funding to complete its Definitive Feasibility Study, reinforcing its position in Europe's critical raw materials landscape.

Prairie Lithium has fast-tracked its flagship Saskatchewan lithium project by initiating fabrication of a commercial-scale extraction unit and securing vital rail access, supported by a US$5 million non-dilutive capital raise and a promising offtake agreement.

Morella Corporation’s September quarter report reveals significant progress in its diversified critical minerals portfolio, including new titanium-vanadium exposure and streamlined US lithium assets. The company is gearing up for drilling and resource definition in 2026, supported by strengthened funding.

Prairie Lithium has signed a non-binding agreement to supply 6,000 metric tons of lithium carbonate equivalent annually to Stardust Power’s Oklahoma refinery, reinforcing North America’s lithium supply chain.

Vulcan Energy has awarded a €140 million contract to JordProxa for critical lithium purification and processing technology at its Phase One Lionheart Project in Germany, marking a pivotal step towards Europe’s first sustainable lithium supply chain.

Venari Minerals reports a breakthrough in lithium upgrading at its Red Mountain Project, achieving up to a 132% increase in lithium concentration through innovative attrition scrubbing test-work. This advancement paves the way for a maiden Mineral Resource Estimate by year-end.

Vulcan Energy has locked in a binding lithium hydroxide supply agreement with Glencore, completing the key offtake contracts needed to finance its Phase One Lionheart Project. This milestone positions Vulcan to advance construction and meet growing European EV battery demand.

Pantera Lithium has completed the $40 million sale of its Smackover Project to EnergyX, gaining immediate cash and significant equity exposure while setting sights on expanding its U.S. critical minerals portfolio.

Chariot Corporation has identified 32 high-priority lithium drilling targets at its Resurgent Project, strategically located adjacent to the world-class Thacker Pass lithium development in the US. This positions Chariot to potentially unlock a significant lithium resource amid strong government backing for domestic critical minerals.

Lithium Universe is evaluating a strategic site in Brownsville, Texas, to establish a photovoltaic solar panel recycling facility, complementing its Australian efforts. The move taps into Texas's booming solar market, supportive regulations, and robust industrial infrastructure.

Fulcrum Lithium’s Phase 2 drilling at Alkali Flats in Nevada reveals thick, high-grade lithium claystone mineralisation over a large area, advancing the project toward resource definition.