The Chilean government is “close” to specifying what salt flats will be protected under its new national lithium strategy.

The government and state-owned miner Gecamines say ERG has been too slow to develop the deposits.

The government's "Intergenerational Report 2023" will forecast the global demand for lithium is projected to increase sharply through 2063.

Driven by receding prices and by Chile nationalizing the industry, companies have been sniffing around for buys in Australia.

Primobius, which is 50% owned by Neometals, will provide 10 tonne per day of the battery shredding 'spoke' for Mercedes LIB Recycling Plant.

The Argentina-based miner posted a net profit attributable of $441.7 million for the year ended June 30.