SQMi completes first export of Australian-produced lithium hydroxide.
Expanding our Exploration Footprint: Reynolds Range Lithium Joint Venture
SQM International Lithium (SQMi) has commenced its joint venture with iTech Minerals at the Reynolds Range Project in the Northern Territory, Australia, following consent from the Central Land Council.
SQMi Strengthens Global Exploration Pipeline
SQM International Lithium (SQMi) has advanced its earn-in partnership with Andrada Mining, with the commencement of exploration drilling in the Lithium Ridge project in Namibia.
First Production of Lithium Hydroxide at Kwinana Refinery
We’re incredibly proud of the team at Covalent Lithium on reaching a major milestone in July 2025 - the successful production of the first battery-grade lithium hydroxide at the Kwinana refinery.
Construction Complete at Kwinana Lithium Hydroxide Refinery
SQMi and Wesfarmers Chemicals and Fertilisers are pleased to announce that Covalent has completed major construction at its lithium hydroxide refinery in Kwinana, marking a significant milestone in the development of a fully integrated lith …
Our Team Pushes up for Mental Health
Over 76,000 pushups. 23 days. 8 teams. 3 continents. One cause.
SQMi Lithium Ventures Invests in E-Transport
SQM Lithium Ventures has announced an investment in Vok Bikes, an Estonia-based startup developing next-generation electric cargo bikes.
SQMi invests to improve electrical vehicle efficiency
SQM Lithium Ventures has invested AU$3.6M (US$2.2M) in Kite Magnetics to advance Aeroperm®, a revolutionary nanocrystalline magnetic material designed to enhance the efficiency of electric motors and generators.
SQMi invest in long-haul electric truck development
SQM Lithium Ventures invests US$3 million in Terraline, the developer of a zero-emission, long-haul battery-electric truck.
Acquisition of Azure Minerals completed
SQM and Hancock Prospecting have completed the AU$1.7b Takeover of Azure Minerals.
SQMi invests in vehicle conversion technology
SQM Lithium Ventures will invest up to US$2 million in Movener, a Chilean startup founded in 2016 that has developed a conversion technology to transform combustion-engine trucks into hybrid-electrics.
SQMi venture arm invests in water technology
SQM Lithium Ventures invest $1.27 million in Salinity Solutions to fund the next stage of the company’s growth.