Latest Technology Development News

NOVONIX has delayed the start of mass production of battery-grade synthetic graphite anode material for Panasonic Energy to the second half of 2027, while maintaining its 2026 target for industrial-grade graphite production.

Brazilian Critical Minerals has successfully demonstrated a 200-fold upgrade in rare earth element concentration using Rare Earth Technologies’ proprietary process, producing high-purity oxides at its Ema project.

Firebird Metals has commissioned its proprietary equipment for producing advanced lithium-manganese-rich cathode materials at its China pilot plant, aiming to start production in February 2026 with customer samples planned for later in the year. The project is co-funded by strategic partner Taza Metal Technologies, reducing capital risk and accelerating development.

BluGlass and North Carolina State University have secured a third-year contract extension worth A$1.05 million from the U.S. Department of War’s CLAWS Hub, reinforcing their role in advanced gallium nitride laser development for defence and quantum technologies.

Impact Minerals reports significant advances in membrane technology integration and potash by-product recovery at its Lake Hope High Purity Alumina project, revealing a promising new large-scale potash opportunity.

Altech Batteries has won conditional approval for a €46.11 million German government grant to support its innovative CERENERGY Sodium-Chloride Solid-State battery project, advancing plans for a 120 MWh manufacturing facility in Saxony.

Lithium Universe Limited has taken a significant step forward in its North American lithium refining ambitions by confirming the suitability of a Brownsville, Texas site for its second refinery. This move supports a binational platform designed to meet surging demand for battery-grade lithium carbonate.

Adisyn Ltd has successfully demonstrated low-temperature deposition of an sp²-based carbon layer using Atomic Layer Deposition, a milestone independently verified and critical for semiconductor integration.

Papyrus Australia has taken a significant step towards commercialisation by signing a $4.2 million supply contract with TBS Mining Solutions for its biodegradable Collar Keeper® products, while advancing its Adelaide R&D facility.

Simble Solutions has acquired exclusive rights to a cutting-edge 3D zinc oxide nanosensor technology and completed a $2.5 million placement, positioning itself to expand its IoT platform into new safety and environmental monitoring markets.

Unith Ltd has strengthened its financial footing by securing a $1 million unsecured facility and receiving initial R&D tax refunds from Spain, validating its advanced AI platform and supporting its growth ambitions.

Temas Resources has completed a detailed airborne LiDAR survey at its Quebec projects, enhancing geological and engineering insights while progressing its proprietary Regenerative Chloride Leach technology aimed at slashing processing costs.