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And more spring cleaningIt seems LIT has redefined it's purpose, and today announced the sale of remaining 20% of South Greenbushes tenement to Galan GLN. So, what's next?.....
....Somehow 2022 was not a year of excitement; neither was 2021. The demand for capital is likely to be ongoing, and while the aspiration is for Clean Green, getting to that point looks fraught.
flamin' LIT up
Lithium Australia signs landmark joint development agreement with Mineral Resources
HIGHLIGHTS
◼ Lithium Australia signs joint development agreement with leading ASX-listed mining company Mineral Resources related to disruptive lithium extraction technology LieNA®
◼ MinRes has extensive operations in lithium and mining services across Western Australia, with a market capitalisation of A$13.6bn
◼ MinRes will solely fund the development and operation of a pilot plant up to the total budgeted cost of A$4.5 million and provide raw materials for the pilot plant at no cost to Lithium Australia, with Lithium Australia to contribute its LieNA® technology
◼ Subject to the results of the pilot plant, MinRes and Lithium Australia will form a 50:50 joint venture to own and commercialise the LieNA® technology through a licensing model
◼ MinRes can elect to sole fund, develop and operate a demonstration scale plant under a license agreement with the joint venture
◼ This licence will apply to current and future projects of MinRes and is based on a targeted headline gross product royalty rate of 8.0% with a first mover discount applied.
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Lithium Australia gears up for transformative 2024; recycling, technology in focus
Lithium Australia Ltd (ASX:LIT, OTC:LMMFF) is poised for a transformative year in 2024, fuelled by ambitious plans for its recycling operations and patented technologies.
In a message to shareholders, LIT managing director and chief executive officer Simon Linge said the company strengthened its position as Australia’s leading battery recycling business in 2023 when it focused and made progress in four key areas:
Developing safer systems of operation;
- Securing higher volumes of lithium-ion batteries (LIB);
- Adjusting its commercial model to ensure pricing reflected service levels; and
- Optimising its operating model to improve efficiencies.
- In the note, Linge outlined the company's progress in 2023 and unveiled the roadmap for the year ahead.
Year of solid growth and strategic partnerships
The past year saw LIT achieve significant milestones, solidifying its position as a leader in the battery recycling space.
Recycling volumes surged, with large-format and small-format LIBs seeing 80% and 41% growth, respectively.
This surge reflects the company's focus on securing future battery supply through strategic partnerships and commercial agreements.
“We have worked with customers to change the approach to pricing and service, with a view of securing longer-term contracts,” Linge said.
“We will continue to focus on this area in the year ahead.”
Safety remained a top priority, with advancements in both infrastructure and culture.
Operational efficiency was also prioritised, with "lean manufacturing" principles implemented to optimise processes and equipment.
Operational and equipment improvements in progress.
On the technology front, partnerships played a key role.
A landmark joint development agreement with Mineral Resources will see LieNA®, LIT's novel lithium extraction process, progress towards commercialisation through the development and operation of a pilot plant as well as an engineering study for a plant.
Similar agreements are being pursued for the company's lithium ferro phosphate (LFP) and lithium manganese ferro phosphate (LMFP) battery material products, which offer a promising alternative to existing Chinese manufacturers.
2024: A year of execution and expansion
Looking ahead, LIT will focus on executing its strategy across both its recycling and technology arms.
For its recycling business, the company aims to:
LieNA® will see major advancements in 2024, with the joint development scope with Mineral Resources taking centre stage.
- Grow LIB recycling volumes - Expanding customer base and securing long-term supply agreements are key to maintaining its leading position in Australia;
- Expand footprint - Ensuring national reach to maintain market leadership; and
- Secure long-term supply and offtake agreements - Locking in future feedstock and ensuring efficient operations.
The completion of a preliminary engineering study for the demonstration plant and the agreed piloting activities are crucial steps towards commercialisation, where the 50:50 joint venture hopes to earn fees from licensing the technology.
The LFP/LMFP technology will also see continued development, with off-take agreements, raw material supply agreements, and further engineering studies for a demonstration facility on the horizon.
“To enable this, we will be leveraging assistance and support from all levels of government,” Linge added.
Lithium Australia signs MOU with Centrex regarding the development of LFP manufacturing
Lithium Australia Ltd. (ASX:LIT) (“Lithium Australia” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that Centrex Limited (ASX:CXM) (‘Centrex’) has released an announcement relating to a recently signed memorandum of understanding (“MOU”) with Lithium Australia. The MOU is in relation to the potential development of a lithium ferro phosphate (“LFP”) and lithium manganese ferro phosphate (“LMFP”) cathode active material manufacturing plant in Australia.
well that passes the pub test, especially after a few rounds, the Company has changed its name from Lithium Australia Limited to Livium Ltd.
I feel the new name is a combo of livid & lithium, for all the lithium investors that have lost out on lithium.well that passes the pub test, especially after a few rounds
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