Latest Lithium Supply Chain News

Vulcan Energy has inked a pivotal supply contract with Canadian firm NESI for electrolysis technology, advancing its Lionheart Project’s Central Lithium Plant in Frankfurt. This deal marks a crucial step toward finalising project financing and commencing construction in H2 2025.

Patriot Battery Metals has reached a significant milestone in the permitting process for its Shaakichiuwaanaan Lithium Project, with federal and provincial environmental assessments now aligned and progressing on schedule.

Piedmont Lithium has completed its merger with Sayona Mining, creating Elevra Lithium, a major new player in hard-rock lithium supply for electric vehicles and energy storage.

Critical Resources Limited has significantly expanded its Mavis Lake Lithium Project in Ontario through strategic acquisitions, enhancing its position in North America's lithium supply chain. Recent drilling results and multi-commodity prospects underscore the project's growth potential.

Piedmont Lithium has updated the timetable for its merger with Sayona Mining, setting key dates for shareholder votes, trading suspensions, and the final merger effective date in August 2025.

Green Technology Metals (GT1) and EcoPro Innovation have successfully produced battery-grade lithium hydroxide monohydrate from spodumene concentrate sourced from GT1’s Seymour project in Ontario, confirming high lithium recovery and low impurities.

WestStar Industrial’s subsidiary SIMPEC has landed a significant $11 million contract to expand Tianqi Lithium’s Kwinana hydroxide processing facility, reinforcing its role in Australia’s energy transition.

Galan Lithium has formalised a $20 million strategic investment agreement with The Clean Elements Fund to fund the initial phase of its Hombre Muerto West lithium project in Argentina, aiming for production in early 2026.

Lithium Universe Limited has secured global rights to a breakthrough solar panel recycling technology that promises to unlock vast reserves of critical minerals, while advancing its Québec lithium refinery with robust financials and strategic partnerships.

Green Technology Metals (ASX – GT1) reports a significant rubidium discovery at its Seymour Project alongside steady progress in lithium project development and a $3.46 million capital raise.

Cosmos Exploration progresses its exclusive option to acquire EAU Lithium, advancing lithium extraction technology testing in Bolivia’s high-magnesium brines with promising initial results.

Critical Resources Limited reports significant expansion of lithium mineralisation at its Mavis Lake project and advances gold-antimony exploration in NSW, alongside appointing a new CEO and completing a $1.1 million capital raise.