Lepidico Limited

Lepidico Limited, established in 1979 and based in Belmont, Australia, is a company dedicated to the entire lifecycle of lithium chemical production, from discovering new deposits to developing and manufacturing the chemicals themselves. Its operations span Australia, Canada, and various African nations, indicating a global presence. The business is organized into two primary divisions: Mineral Exploration and Technology. Lepidico's technological prowess is highlighted by several proprietary processes: L-Max: A hydro-metallurgical method specifically designed for processing lithium mica slurry. S-Max: A technique that yields amorphous silica from various mica minerals, including lithium-bearing types. LOH-Max: A process focused on producing high-purity lithium hydroxide from lithium sulphate. Additionally, the company holds a significant 80% ownership stake in the Karibib project, which is situated within Namibia's central Karibib pegmatite belt in southwestern Africa.