Galan Lithium Limited HMW Project Update
Galan Lithium (GLNLF) has reported significant progress in the Phase 1 construction of its Hombre Muerto West (HMW) lithium brine project in Argentina. The company has completed the design of Pond 4, which has been optimized to support a 4,000 tpa lithium carbonate equivalent (LCE) operation.
The nano-filtration plant construction by Authium Limited has achieved key milestones, with successful testwork showing 99% sulphate removal from raw brine. The plant is scheduled for delivery in December 2025, with commissioning in January 2026 and first lithium chloride concentrate production expected in H1 2026.
The company has also secured strong government support, including construction permits for Phase 1 and Phase 2, and the Argentine Government's RIGI incentive regime for large-scale investments.
Galan Lithium (GLNLF) ha annunciato progressi rilevanti nella costruzione della Fase 1 del progetto di salamoia di Hombre Muerto West (HMW) in Argentina. È stato completato il progetto di Pond 4, ottimizzato per supportare un impianto da 4.000 tpa di equivalente carbonato di litio (LCE).
La costruzione dell'impianto di nanofiltrazione affidata ad Authium Limited ha raggiunto traguardi chiave: i test hanno dimostrato una rimozione del 99% dei solfati dalla salamoia grezza. La consegna dell'impianto è prevista per dicembre 2025, con messa in servizio a gennaio 2026 e la prima produzione di concentrato di cloruro di litio attesa nel primo semestre 2026.
La società ha inoltre ottenuto un solido sostegno governativo, inclusi i permessi di costruzione per la Fase 1 e la Fase 2, oltre all'incentivo RIGI del Governo argentino per investimenti su larga scala.
Galan Lithium (GLNLF) ha comunicado avances significativos en la construcción de la Fase 1 de su proyecto de salmuera Hombre Muerto West (HMW) en Argentina. Se ha finalizado el diseño del Pond 4, optimizado para respaldar una operación de 4.000 tpa de equivalente carbonato de litio (LCE).
La construcción de la planta de nanofiltración por Authium Limited ha alcanzado hitos clave, con ensayos que muestran una eliminación del 99% de sulfatos de la salmuera cruda. La planta está programada para su entrega en diciembre de 2025, con puesta en marcha en enero de 2026 y la primera producción de concentrado de cloruro de litio prevista para el primer semestre de 2026.
La compañía también ha asegurado un sólido respaldo gubernamental, incluidos los permisos de construcción para la Fase 1 y la Fase 2, y el régimen de incentivos RIGI del Gobierno argentino para inversiones a gran escala.
Galan Lithium (GLNLF)는 아르헨티나의 Hombre Muerto West(HMW) 리튬 브라인 프로젝트 1단계 건설에서 중요한 진전을 보고했습니다. Pond 4 설계가 완료되었으며, 이는 연간 4,000톤 LCE(탄산리튬 환산) 규모 운영을 지원하도록 최적화되었습니다.
Authium Limited가 건설 중인 나노여과(nanofiltration) 설비는 핵심 성과를 달성했으며, 테스트에서 원유 염수의 황산염을 99% 제거하는 것으로 나타났습니다. 설비는 2025년 12월에 인도될 예정이고, 2026년 1월 시운전이 계획되어 있으며 첫 리튬 염화물 농축물 생산은 2026년 상반기에 예상됩니다.
회사는 또한 1단계와 2단계 건설 허가를 포함한 강력한 정부 지원을 확보했으며, 대규모 투자를 위한 아르헨티나 정부의 RIGI 인센티브 제도도 적용받고 있습니다.
Galan Lithium (GLNLF) a annoncé des progrès significatifs dans la construction de la Phase 1 de son projet de saumure Hombre Muerto West (HMW) en Argentine. La conception du Pond 4 est achevée et optimisée pour soutenir une exploitation de 4 000 tpa équivalent carbonate de lithium (LCE).
La construction de l'usine de nanofiltration par Authium Limited a franchi des étapes clés : des essais ont montré une élimination de 99 % des sulfates de la saumure brute. L'usine doit être livrée en décembre 2025, mise en service en janvier 2026 et la première production de concentré de chlorure de lithium est attendue au premier semestre 2026.
La société a également obtenu un fort soutien gouvernemental, y compris les permis de construire pour les phases 1 et 2, ainsi que le régime d'incitation RIGI du gouvernement argentin pour les investissements à grande échelle.
Galan Lithium (GLNLF) meldet bedeutende Fortschritte beim Bau von Phase 1 seines Lithium-Sole-Projekts Hombre Muerto West (HMW) in Argentinien. Das Design des Pond 4 wurde fertiggestellt und für einen Betrieb mit 4.000 tpa Lithiumcarbonat-Äquivalent (LCE) optimiert.
Der Bau der Nanofiltrationsanlage durch Authium Limited hat wichtige Meilensteine erreicht: Testarbeiten zeigten eine 99%ige Sulfatenentfernung aus der Rohsole. Die Anlage soll im Dezember 2025 angeliefert werden, die Inbetriebnahme ist für Januar 2026 geplant und die erste Produktion von Lithiumchlorid-Konzentrat wird für das erste Halbjahr 2026 erwartet.
Das Unternehmen hat zudem starke staatliche Unterstützung erhalten, darunter Baugenehmigungen für Phase 1 und Phase 2 sowie das RIGI-Förderprogramm der argentinischen Regierung für Großinvestitionen.
- Successful testwork demonstrating 99% sulphate removal efficiency from raw brine
- Project on track for completion in 2025 with first production in H1 2026
- Secured both Phase 1 and Phase 2 construction permits
- Obtained RIGI government incentives for large-scale investments
- Pond 4 redesign optimization to support 4,000 tpa LCE operation
- None.
Highlights:
Site construction activities in Argentina progress with Pond 4 design complete
Authium advances nano-filtration plant construction in workshop in Sydney; general equipment assembly to commence
Testwork confirms excellent impurity separation and successful stress testing of filtration elements
PERTH, AU / ACCESS Newswire / September 10, 2025 / Galan Lithium Limited (ASX:GLN) (Galan or the Company) is pleased to provide an update on the progress of Phase 1 construction at its Hombre Muerto West (HMW) lithium brine project, located in the Catamarca region of Argentina.
Site Critical Path Works Progressing Well
Recent activity at the HMW site has focused on the detailed design of Pond 4, procurement of pond liners, and ongoing electrical system design - all critical path items for the project. Pond 4 has been redesigned to support a 4,000 tpa lithium carbonate equivalent (LCE) operation (1), optimising residence time for processed brine and accelerating delivery of final lithium chloride concentrate.
Figure 1. HMW Phase 1 evaporation ponds
Figure 2. Juan Pablo Vargas de la Vega providing a toolbox briefing at HMW
Construction of Nano-filtration Plant
Construction of the nano-filtration plant by Authium Limited (Authium), has also progressed significantly. Key milestones include completion of engineering design, placement of major equipment orders, and completion of structural steelwork.
Figure 3. Structural steelwork for nano-filtration skids
Figure 4. Render of nano-filtration plant
Authium has conducted extensive testwork on raw brine samples from HMW under varying temperatures and pressures. The nano-filtration units demonstrated excellent impurity rejection, successfully removing
Construction activities are progressing smoothly and are on track for completion in 2025. The nanofiltration plant is expected to be delivered to HMW in December 2025, with commissioning scheduled for January 2026, ahead of first production of lithium chloride concentrate in H1 of 2026.
(1) Please refer to the announcement dated 3 July 2023 (ASX: Phase 1 of Hombre Muerto West (DFS Delivers Compelling Economic Results for Accelerated Production). The Company confirms that all material assumptions underpinning the production target continue to apply and have not materially changed.
Strong Engagement with Government
Galan's Managing Director, Juan Pablo Vargas de la Vega, along with members of the Company's Legal, Community, and Government Relations team, recently met with Catamarca Governor Raúl Jalil, Mining Minister Marcelo Murúa and other Government Officials. The progress of the HMW project was discussed as well as the award of the Argentine Government's Régimen de Incentivo para Grandes Inversiones (RIGI), an incentive regime for large-scale investments (please refer https://cdn-api.markitdigital.com/apiman-gateway/ASX/asx-research/1.0/file/2924-02970881-6A1274709&v=c2533a54e2514fb77a8f93f84db686e1125273e9).
Figure 5. Meeting between Galan representatives and Catamarca government officials
Galan's alignment with Catamarca and Argentine laws and goals, respect for local values, and responsible operating practices have fostered strong relationships with authorities. This has led to the award of Phase 1 and Phase 2 construction permits for HMW, as well as the RIGI. Galan is grateful for the continued support from both the Catamarca and Federal Governments and remains committed to operating with integrity and in close collaboration with stakeholders.
The Galan Board has authorised this release.
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About Galan
Galan Lithium Limited (ASX:GLN) is an ASX-listed lithium exploration and development business. Galan's flagship assets comprise two world-class lithium brine projects, HMW and Candelas, located on the Hombre Muerto Salar in Argentina, within South America's 'lithium triangle'. Hombre Muerto is proven to host lithium brine deposition of the highest grade and lowest impurity levels within Argentina. It is home to the established El Fenix lithium operation, Sal de Vida (both projects are operated by Rio Tinto) and Sal de Oro (POSCO) lithium projects. Galan also has exploration licences at Greenbushes South in Western Australia, just south of the Tier 1 Greenbushes Lithium Mine.
SOURCE: Galan Lithium Limited
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