GM battery chief Kurt Kelty told Reuters after a GM event in San Francisco that #LMR (#Lithium #Manganese Rich) is the “Workhorse” for GM saying “That's where we're going to be using the big volume”. Kelty elaborated that #LMR costs about the same as #LFP but stores more #energy for the same weight and size making it a better #battery chemistry for most #EV implementations. More high purity #manganese anyone..?

As General Motors pushes ahead with Lithium Manganese Rich (LMR) batteries, the importance of manganese in next generation EV batteries is becoming increasingly clear. GM is targeting commercial production of LMR batteries from 2028, with the chemistry expected to deliver lower costs while using significantly more manganese than traditional high nickel batteries.   Our Butcherbird Expansion Project is being developed to supply manganese concentrate to our planned HPMSM facility in Louisiana, which is supported by GM, Stellantis and the U.S. Department of Energy. Together, these projects are designed to provide a long term source of battery grade manganese materials for the North American EV supply chain.   As battery makers look to increase manganese content in future batteries, we believe projects with scale, long mine life and a pathway to downstream processing will become increasingly important.   View the full article here: techcrunch.com/2026/06/05/gm…

Stellantis, EDF, RTE announce major electrification investments including €60 billion strategy from Stellantis with a blitz of 60 new models in the race toward electrification… #EV #manganese #HPMSM #lithium #battery reuters.com/business/energy/…

Petra Capital released updated research on @Element25Ltd (#ASX: #E25) with a BUY recommendation and a $1.59 price target, implying ~590% upside to the current share price of $0.23. Petra said E25 is “set to deliver into a strengthening Mn market” as it advances the fully permitted Butcherbird #Manganese Project in WA while reviewing timing for its Louisiana HPMSM refinery. The report highlights growing demand for manganese rich battery chemistries, noting the shift from LFP to LMFP cathodes, alongside E25’s strategic positioning through its US Department of Energy grant and offtake financing commitments from GM and Stellantis. Petra continues to forecast first manganese concentrate production from Butcherbird in Q1 2027, with a final investment decision targeted for June/July 2026. element25.com.au/activity-up…

We’ve executed integrated Mining Services and Ore Haulage Services Agreements with Regroup Australia for our Butcherbird Expansion Project (BBX) in WA’s Pilbara region, extending the long term collaboration between the two companies. The agreements represent a major milestone for the delivery of BBX and materially advance the project’s operational readiness, with the integrated contractor model designed to optimise productivity, reduce operating costs, minimise commercial interface risk and enhance overall project efficiency. Element 25 is targeting 1.1 million tonnes per annum (Mtpa) of manganese concentrate production for both traditional steel markets and as feedstock for battery grade HPMSM refining. Other major contracts for BBX, including offtake, are nearing finalisation. Read the full ASX Announcement here: hermes-cdn.investorhub.com/a… #E25 #ASX #ASXnews #MiningNews #Manganese #HPMSM #CriticalMinerals #BatteryMaterials #EVs #Pilbara

We’ve commenced a review of our HPMSM Project Execution Plan to optimise development strategy in response to evolving EV market conditions and emerging battery chemistries. Strong ongoing engagement with strategic partners for the Louisiana HPMSM facility continues, including constructive engagement with General Motors & Stellantis to renegotiate contracts. LMR and LMFP battery chemistries are expected to materially increase global manganese demand, with LMR battery cells using around 50% to 70% manganese, increasing the required manganese by up to 10X compared to high nickel ternary chemistries. Our integrated development strategy, linking the Butcherbird Expansion Project with our proposed US based HPMSM processing facility, places us in a strong position to capitalise on these emerging market dynamics and support the evolving requirements of global EV manufacturers. Read the full ASX Announcement here: element25.com.au/announcemen… #E25 #ASX #ASXnews #MiningNews #Manganese #HPMSM #BatteryMaterials #EVs #CriticalMinerals

Australia’s largest onshore manganese resource (274 million tonnes) is turning heads. Element 25 Limited's Butcherbird Project is 100% owned and positioned to play a major role in the future battery materials supply chain. Justin Brown, Managing Director at Element 25 Limited #ASX: $E25 tells KapitaList what’s next for Butcherbird, future production plans and why manganese is becoming increasingly important in the EV transition. Filmed at the @NWRcomms Critical Minerals Lunch in Perth. #ASX #E25 #Manganese #CriticalMinerals #BatteryMetals #EV #Mining #Investing #StockMarket

🎥 $E25 Element 25's Managing Director Justin Brown joins TMB to discuss the Company's progress at the Butcherbird Manganese Project, where it's looking to become a leader of high purity manganese sulfate production in the Western World. @Element25Ltd

The New Wave: The emerging ASX juniors aiming to keep Aussie manganese alive | Media coverage by @StockheadAU stockhead.com.au/resources/t… #Manganese $E25 #Element25 #ASX

$E25 Element25 is building a two-part story with production & refining of manganese from WA's Butcherbird Mine, where it's looking to become “the first non-Chinese producer of scale that's come into the market over the last 20 years.” @Element25Ltd themarketbull.com.au/2026/05…

Investor Presentation: May 2026 Investor Update NWR Critical Minerals Presentation #E25 #Element25 #Managanese #ASX #CriticalMinerals #BatteryMaterials #EVs

We’ve progressed works on multiple fronts in relation to our Butcherbird Expansion Project in Western Australia, targeting manganese concentrate production of 1.1 million tonnes per annum with a commissioning date scheduled for Q1 2027. The first main plant item, the logwasher, shipped on schedule and is now in transit for delivery to site. Orders have been placed for the majority of main plant items including the crushing circuit, conveyors, stackers, thickener, screens, and apron feeder, minimising cost escalation risk. Advanced discussions are ongoing with preferred ore offtake partners and all permits remain in place for construction, with the BBX Project remaining on track for mechanical completion and commissioning in Q1 calendar 2027. Read more: element25.com.au/announcemen… #E25 #ASX #ASXnews #MiningNews #Manganese #CriticalMinerals #BatteryMaterials #EVs

We'll be presenting at the upcoming @NWRcomms investor lunch in Perth on Wednesday, 13 May. MD Justin Brown will provide an update on E25's strategy and progress. Event details: Wednesday, 13 May 2026 Parmelia Hilton Perth 12:00pm AWST Register here: tinyurl.com/yv8n958t

Investor Presentation: April 2026 Investor Update Mid West Major Projects Conference View the full #E25 Presentation here: element25.com.au/announcemen… #E25 #Element25 #Managanese

Our Quarterly Activities Report for the period ending 31 March 2026 has been released. View the full report: element25.com.au/announcemen… $E25

Our Quarterly Activities Report for the period ending 31 March 2026 has been released. View the full report: element25.com.au/announcemen… #E25 #Managanese #ASXnews

In March, spiking oil prices have caused #EV sales in France, Germany and the UK to spike, with a 44% increase over a year-earlier. In South Korea, electric car transactions more than doubled. In Italy, there was an uncharacteristic 67% lift. Surging #EV demand in Europe, Australia and parts of Asia more than offset waning sales in China and the US caused by policy shifts. #manganese #batteries

Element 25 attracts equity to Butcherbird | Media coverage by @MiningNewsNet miningnews.net/capital-marke… #Manganese #E25 #Element25 #ASX