September 26, 2024

Volt Lithium achieves first production in Texas

The company began operating its DLE system on September 17, 2024, and is currently optimizing its field unit.

September 26, 2024

Kodal Minerals flags possible delay in first production at Bougouni lithium project

Weather impacts could lead to a potential delay in first production by a few weeks to early Q1 2025.

September 26, 2024

Chile selects 6 sites for private lithium projects

In October, the government will begin consulting indigenous communities near the areas.

September 26, 2024

Russia, Mali discuss joint lithium and solar projects

The two countries are discussing the development of the first lithium production in Mali.

September 25, 2024

Stellantis, Orano drop planned JV to recycle electric car batteries

The JV was to help recycle used electric vehicle batteries and scrap materials from Stellantis gigafactories in Europe and North America.

September 25, 2024

IBAT to suspend operations at lithium extraction plant on weak prices

IBAT's move comes amid a more than 80% drop in lithium prices in the past year.

September 24, 2024

US-led group weighs funding more mineral projects to counter China dominance

The Minerals Security Partnership has already announced support for 13 projects since the collaboration began in 2022.

September 24, 2024

Firebird fully permitted to operate manganese plant in China

Firebird previously indicated that it would make a final investment decision in the second half of 2024.

September 24, 2024

Tianqi to keep fighting for say in SQM lithium deal

Authorities in Chile have been pushing for the state to have a more significant role in managing the country’s lithium resources.

September 24, 2024

China mining firms partner with Zimbabwe on lithium mine

Zhejiang Huayou Cobalt and Tsingshan Holding Group are defying low prices to develop a deposit in Africa.