Keywords: Lithium


Morocco’s Battery Industry Takes a Major Step as Gotion Prepares Kenitra Gigafactory Launch

Morocco is preparing to enter a new phase of battery manufacturing as Gotion Power Morocco (GPM), the local subsidiary of Chinese battery producer Gotion High-Tech, prepares to commission production equipment at its gigafactory in Kenitra during the week of October 20, marking a major step in the country’s......

Morocco Emerges as a Potential Global Hub for Electric Vehicle Manufacturing

Morocco is well positioned to strengthen its role in the global electric vehicle industry as the transition toward cleaner transportation reshapes manufacturing and international supply chains. In an analysis published on October 12, the US-based news and academic platform The Conversation highlighted......

EU backs 46 new projects to secure supplies of critical minerals

The European Commission has announced support for 46 additional projects aimed at extracting, processing and recycling critical raw materials, as the European Union seeks to strengthen its supply chains and reduce its dependence on external suppliers. The initiative covers 16 EU member states and forms......

US opens up $7 billion financing window for Argentina’s energy and mining projects

The United States is preparing to make up to $7 billion in financing available for energy, mining and infrastructure projects in Argentina, strengthening economic ties with Buenos Aires while seeking to diversify supplies of energy and critical minerals away from China. The financing, to be provided......

Morocco launches its first large-scale lithium battery system for clean energy storage

Morocco is taking another step toward strengthening the role of renewable energy in its industrial sector with the commissioning of a large-scale battery energy storage system at the Benguerir industrial site. The project, developed by OCP Green Energy, is designed to improve the reliability of electricity......

Argentina and South Korea strengthen partnership on strategic minerals

Argentina and South Korea have agreed to deepen their cooperation in the strategic minerals sector, reinforcing efforts to secure reliable supplies of critical raw materials essential for clean energy technologies, electric vehicle production, and advanced manufacturing. The partnership reflects the......

IEA: Morocco strengthens its global position in electric vehicle battery materials

Morocco is emerging as an increasingly important player in the global supply chain for electric vehicle batteries, supported by its substantial phosphate resources, strategic location and expanding industrial base, according to the International Energy Agency’s latest analysis of critical minerals. The......

Morocco strengthens its position in electric vehicle battery supply chains

Morocco is steadily emerging as a strategic player in the global supply chains for electric vehicle batteries, supported by its abundant mineral resources, strategic geographic position and extensive network of trade agreements. According to the International Energy Agency's Global Critical Minerals......

LG Energy Solution revives major lithium refinery project in Morocco to strengthen EV battery supply chain

South Korean battery manufacturer LG Energy Solution (LGES) is moving forward with plans to establish a large-scale lithium hydroxide refinery in Morocco, reaffirming the Kingdom's growing importance in the global electric vehicle battery supply chain despite ongoing market challenges. The company......