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Albemarle receives $90 million grant to support reopening of lithium mine in Kings Mountain, North Carolina and increase domestic processing of critical materials for battery supply chain.
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The global lithium mining market is projected to grow to USD 516.22 million in 2028 at a CAGR of 6% in the 2021-2028 period, driven by the high demand for power due to urbanization and industrialization. Indigo Exploration Inc. engages Sproule for a maiden lithium brine resource estimation for its Fox Creek West project. Lithium Americas Corp. receives shareholder approval for separation into Lithium Argentina and Lithium Americas (NewCo). E3 Lithium Ltd. begins operations of its Direct Lithium Extraction (DLE) pilot plant. Albemarle Corporation intends to acquire Liontown Resources Limited. Livent Corporation reports Q2 2023 revenue of $235.8 million and expects similar financial performance in the second half of the year.
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Albemarle Corporation intends to acquire Liontown Resources Limited in a binding agreement for A$3.001 cash per share, valuing Liontown at A$6.6 billion or US$4.32 billion on an equity value basis. The proposed acquisition is expected to enhance Albemarle's Energy Storage business, expand its position in Australia, and increase its ability to meet growing lithium demand. The Revised Proposal was unanimously approved by Albemarle's Board of Directors. However, the transaction is non-binding and there is no certainty that it will proceed.
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Albemarle Corporation executives to participate in UBS Chemicals Conference and Jefferies Industrials Conference.
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FLR: Fluor Corporation Eyes CCS and Critical Mineral Markets for Growth as Backlog Grows. The company is involved in a $25.5 billion worth of active and proposed projects in the U.S. alone, including carbon capture and storage (CCS) and critical minerals projects. Fluor's CEO credited last year's Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) with much of the growth in CCS projects. The company is also involved in copper and lithium development projects.
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Albemarle Corporation has amended its agreement with Mineral Resources Limited to simplify commercial arrangements. Albemarle will take 100% ownership of the Kemerton lithium hydroxide processing facility in Australia and retain ownership of its Qinzhou and Meishan lithium processing facilities in China. The agreement allows for greater strategic opportunities based on global operations and the evolving lithium market.
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Albemarle's CEO, Kent Masters, has been named to Barron's Top CEOs of 2023, highlighting the company's strong leadership and commitment to partnering with customers. Albemarle is focused on driving sustainable growth and delivering superior results.
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Albemarle Corp.

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About ALB

albemarle corporation, headquartered in baton rouge, louisiana, is a premier specialty chemicals company with leading positions in attractive end markets around the world. with a broad customer reach and diverse end markets, albemarle develops, manufactures and markets technologically advanced and high value added products, including lithium and lithium compounds, bromine and derivatives, catalysts and surface treatment chemistries used in a wide range of applications including consumer electronics, flame retardants, metal processing, plastics, contemporary and alternative transportation vehicles, refining, pharmaceuticals, agriculture, construction and custom chemistry services. albemarle is focused on delivering differentiated, performance-based technologies that deliver innovative and sustainable solutions to its customers. the company employs approximately 6,900 people and serves customers in approximately 100 countries. albemarle regularly posts information to www.albemarle.com,