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Our global lithium footprint

Across our operations, projects and exploration, we are building a strong, sustainable pipeline of lithium for the world’s clean energy future.

From flagship operations to emerging developments, our growing portfolio reflects a commitment to excellence in project execution and long-term impact. Each initiative is designed to meet evolving market needs while strengthening our position as a global lithium leader.

Mt Holland Lithium Project

The Mt Holland Lithium Project is a fully integrated operation, encompassing an open-pit mine, spodumene concentrate processing facility and a lithium hydroxide refinery delivering high-quality lithium products to the world.

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Andover Project

Located in Western Australia’s Pilbara region, the Andover Project represents our next phase of growth. As an emerging project, Andover is poised to become a key contributor to the lithium supply chain, which will bring new resources online to meet future demand.

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Exploration

Our exploration strategy is global and agile. We seek out high-potential lithium projects across attractive jurisdictions, and use our expertise to assess opportunities and invest, develop and expand projects to strengthen supply of lithium products to the market.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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 …

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