Latest Lithium Supply Chain News

Piedmont Lithium has outlined the detailed timetable for its merger with Sayona Mining, marking a significant restructuring in the North American lithium supply chain. The merger will culminate in Piedmont’s delisting from Nasdaq and ASX, with Sayona shares taking center stage.

Mandrake Resources reports progress on its Utah Lithium Project, highlighting a 3.3Mt inferred lithium resource and new brine flow modelling to target high-grade zones. The company maintains a strong cash position while exploring strategic growth opportunities.

Vulcan Energy has won up to €104 million in grants from German federal and state governments to advance its sustainable lithium production project, bolstering Europe’s electric vehicle battery supply chain.

Sayona Mining has released final results from its 2024 drilling campaign at the Moblan Lithium Project, revealing multiple thick, high-grade lithium intercepts that support upgrading resources and expanding the project’s footprint.

Anson Resources has shipped over two tons of lithium-rich brine to POSCO in South Korea as part of a critical due diligence step for a planned demonstration plant at its Green River Lithium Project.

Argosy Minerals has reached a key agreement to develop a 40MW energy infrastructure for its Rincon Lithium Project in Argentina, paving the way for expanded lithium production and enhanced project viability.

Chariot Corporation Ltd is set to acquire a 66.7% interest in a substantial Nigerian lithium portfolio, marking a strategic entry into Africa’s burgeoning lithium sector with a US$10 million funding commitment.

Pantera Lithium Limited has agreed to sell its Smackover lithium brine project in Arkansas to Energy Exploration Technologies for A$40 million, combining cash and stock consideration while retaining equity exposure to the lithium sector.

Lithium Universe Limited reveals progress on its Bécancour lithium refinery and secures innovative photovoltaic recycling technology, positioning itself at the forefront of sustainable lithium supply.

Lithium Universe has completed legal due diligence on its acquisition of New Age Minerals, securing exclusive rights to a patented solar panel recycling technology. This move positions the company to expand its sustainable footprint in the lithium supply chain.

IRIS Metals has expanded its lithium exploration footprint in South Dakota by acquiring the 752-hectare Tin Mountain Extension, advancing its position as a leading US lithium explorer. Phase II drilling is underway, with assay results and a maiden resource estimate expected by late 2025.

Anson Resources has partnered with POSCO Holdings to develop a demonstration plant for Direct Lithium Extraction at the Green River Lithium Project, aiming to validate new technology and boost US lithium supply.