Chile orders lithium battery packs

Chile has concluded the initial phase of its lithium mining contract awards, attracting bids from seven companies and consortiums. The government is set to announce the successful applicants by the end of March, marking a significant step in its national lithium strategy. [pdf]

Lithium battery control system BMS

A Battery Management System (BMS) is a system that monitors and manages a lithium-ion battery pack. It ensures the safe and efficient operation of the battery by balancing its cells, managing charging and discharging processes, and protecting the battery from potential hazards. [pdf]

Congo Brazzaville lithium battery production plant

China’s Zijin Mining Group aims to start producing lithium in the Democratic Republic of Congo early next year from one of the world’s largest deposits of the battery metal. Zijin is accelerating activity at a site in southeast Congo that’s still claimed by AVZ Minerals. [pdf]

FAQS about Congo Brazzaville lithium battery production plant

Is Zijin launching lithium production in the Democratic Republic of Congo?

China’s Zijin Mining Group Co. is set to commence lithium production in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) early next year, leveraging one of the world’s largest deposits of the battery metal. Zijin is ramping up development at the Manono project in southeastern Congo, despite an ongoing legal dispute with Australia’s AVZ Minerals Ltd.

Will China start producing lithium in the Democratic Republic of Congo?

China’s Zijin Mining Group Co. aims to start producing lithium in the Democratic Republic of Congo early next year from one of the world’s largest deposits of the battery metal. Published Jan 07, 2025 • Last updated Jan 07, 2025 • 3 minute read Lithium Photographer: Cynthia R Matonhodze/Bloomberg Photo by Cynthia R Matonhodze / Bloomberg

Will Zijin develop a phased lithium processing plant at Manono?

Zijin is progressing with its plans to develop a phased lithium processing plant at Manono, initially producing lithium concentrate and sulfate for export. Longer-term plans include local refining, contingent on a stable power supply. A Zijin subsidiary has already refurbished a nearby hydroelectric plant to support the operation.

Does Zijin own a copper mine in Congo?

Zijin also has interests in two copper mines in Congo, including a 39.6% stake in the giant Kamoa-Kakula complex, which is a partnership with Ivanhoe Mines Ltd. Congo’s mines ministry didn’t respond to questions sent by Bloomberg, while Cominiere – which owns 39% of Zijin’s Manono project – declined to comment.

Does AVZ minerals have a dispute with the Congolese government?

Legal disputes between AVZ Minerals and the Congolese government complicate development of the Manono lithium project. Zijin targets long-term demand growth for lithium, betting on a recovery despite recent global price declines of up to 90%.