Latest Electric Vehicle Supply Chain News

Anson Resources and POSCO Holdings have advanced their collaboration on the Green River Direct Lithium Extraction demonstration plant, with POSCO’s investment decision timeline pushed to early 2026. The partnership signals a strategic move to secure North American lithium resources and commercialize cutting-edge extraction technology.

Anson Resources' subsidiary A1 Lithium has signed a non-binding MoU with Nusano to supply high-purity lithium chloride from Utah’s Green River project for advanced nuclear isotope production. This marks a strategic step into the nuclear technology supply chain alongside ongoing electric vehicle market efforts.

Vulcan Energy Resources has locked in a €2.2 billion financing package to fully fund Phase One of its Lionheart lithium and renewable energy project in Germany, marking a pivotal move from development to construction. The project aims to supply Europe with low-carbon lithium for electric vehicle batteries alongside renewable power and heat.

European Lithium Limited reports robust quarterly progress highlighted by significant share sales raising over A$187 million and exceptional rare earth drilling results at its Greenland Tanbreez Project.

Evion Group advances its Maniry Graphite Project in Madagascar and expandable graphite JV in India, backed by a strategic US investor and EU recognition. The company is poised to expand production and supply critical minerals to key global markets amid rising demand.

Syrah Resources reported resumed production at its Balama graphite mine and ongoing qualification delays at its Vidalia anode material facility, while US tariffs on Chinese graphite reshape global supply chains.

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.

NOVONIX has delivered its first commercial-grade synthetic graphite sample at mass production scale, marking a key step toward expanding its battery and industrial materials footprint.

Cobalt Blue Holdings has secured a crucial works approval for its Kwinana Cobalt Refinery, pushing Australia’s first dedicated cobalt processing plant closer to a final investment decision by the end of 2025.

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.

Blackstone Minerals has completed its acquisition of IDM International, gaining full control of the Mankayan copper-gold project in the Philippines. The scheme of arrangement is now effective, marking a significant expansion of Blackstone’s Southeast Asia portfolio.

Ioneer Ltd has raised approximately US$16 million through a strongly supported placement to advance its Rhyolite Ridge Lithium-Boron Project, complemented by a Share Purchase Plan targeting an additional US$3.3 million. This funding is pivotal for progressing environmental permitting, project readiness, and strategic partnerships.