Hombre Muerto West (HMW) Phase 1 Construction Update - Nanofiltration Plant Delivered to Site

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Galan Lithium (OTC:GLNLF) reports the nanofiltration plant for Phase 1 was delivered to the Hombre Muerto West (HMW) site and on-site assembly has begun. Phase 1 construction is ~85% complete with sylvinite evaporation ponds finished.

The company holds about 9,500 t LCE of brine inventory in ponds. First processed brine is targeted for early Q2 2026 and first lithium chloride concentrate is targeted in H1 2026. Phase 1 expanded production rate aims for 5,200 tpa LCE.

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• Nanofiltration plant delivered and assembly started
• Sylvinite evaporation ponds completed
• Phase 1 construction ~85% complete
• On‑site brine inventory of ~9,500 t LCE
• First processed brine targeted early Q2 2026
• Phase 1 expanded production target of 5,200 tpa LCE

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Highlights:

• Nanofiltration plant successfully delivered to HMW site

• Galan and Authium teams have commenced on-site assembly. Assembly expected to be completed over the coming weeks

• Evaporation (sylvinite) ponds for Phase 1 operations completed

• Overall Phase 1 construction now approximately 85% complete

• First processed brine expected early Q2 2026. First lithium chloride concentrate targeted in H1 2026

PERTH, AU / ACCESS Newswire / February 15, 2026 / Galan Lithium Limited (ASX:GLN) (Galan or the Company) is pleased to provide an update on construction progress at its 100% owned Hombre Muerto West (HMW) Project in Catamarca Province, Argentina.

Commenting from the HMW site Galan's Managing Director, Juan Pablo (JP) Vargas de la Vega, said:

"Our HMW site team is very excited at the arrival of the nanofiltration plant. Over the past 2 years we have accumulated a lithium brine inventory of around 9,500 tonnes (LCE) in the HMW ponds. In the short term we plan to complete the nanofiltration plant assembly and commissioning, which will allow for the first processed lithium brine to be produced from HMW.

The nanofiltration plant has been designed, tested, constructed and transported on an accelerated project schedule. I would like to recognise Authium's and Galan's teams who have come together in a spirit of partnership to make this possible."

Nanofiltration Plant Delivered and Assembly Underway

The Company confirms that the nanofiltration plant for Phase 1 operations has successfully arrived at the HMW project site.

Galan's technical team, together with specialists from Authium Limited (Authium), have commenced on-site assembly of the plant. Installation and assembly activities are expected to continue over the coming weeks, after which commissioning activities will begin.

The nanofiltration plant is a key component of Galan's processing flowsheet and will enable the efficient treatment of brine as part of the Phase 1 production process.

Sylvinite Ponds Completed

Construction of the sylvinite ponds required for the commencement of Phase 1 operations has now been completed. These ponds have been designed to accelerate the evaporation of processed brine, which leads to quicker production of lithium chloride concentrate and product sales for Galan.

Following Galan's successful capital raising in January 2026, construction work on the evaporation ponds will continue after the nanofiltration plant has been commissioned, to allow for the expanded production rate of 5,200 tpa LCE.

Key Upcoming Milestones

Overall construction of Phase 1 at Hombre Muerto West is now approximately 85% complete, reflecting continued strong progress across processing infrastructure, evaporation ponds and supporting site facilities. As we execute the last phase of construction activities at HMW important milestones will include:

• the completion of nanofiltration plant assembly;

• commissioning and testing of brine processing systems;

• first processed brine (targeted in the first half of 2026); and

• first lithium chloride concentrate production (targeted in the first half of 2026).

The Galan Board has authorised this release.

For further information contact:

COMPANY Juan Pablo ("JP") Vargas de la Vega Managing Director jp@galanlithium.com.au + 61 8 9214 2150

MEDIA Matt Worner Vector Advisors mworner@vectoradvisors.au +61 429 522 924

SOURCE: Galan Lithium Limited

View the original press release on ACCESS Newswire

FAQ

What does the nanofiltration plant delivery mean for Galan (GLNLF) operations?

It enables on-site brine processing and moves Phase 1 toward production. According to the company, assembly and commissioning follow delivery, allowing brine treatment and progression to lithium chloride concentrate production in H1 2026.

When does Galan (GLNLF) expect first processed brine and lithium concentrate from HMW?

First processed brine is targeted for early Q2 2026 and concentrate in H1 2026. According to the company, commissioning and testing of brine systems will precede those production milestones.

How much brine inventory does Galan (GLNLF) have at Hombre Muerto West?

Galan holds around 9,500 tonnes LCE of lithium brine in HMW ponds. According to the company, this inventory will be available for treatment once the nanofiltration plant is commissioned.

What is the current construction progress and production target for HMW Phase 1 (GLNLF)?

Phase 1 construction is approximately 85% complete with key infrastructure in place. According to the company, the expanded Phase 1 production rate is planned at 5,200 tpa LCE after commissioning and pond completion.

Have the evaporation (sylvinite) ponds at HMW been finished ahead of production?

Yes, the sylvinite evaporation ponds required for Phase 1 operations have been completed. According to the company, the ponds accelerate evaporation to speed lithium chloride concentrate production and product sales.

What are the next construction milestones for Galan (GLNLF) at HMW?

Key next steps include completing nanofiltration assembly, commissioning brine processing, and producing first processed brine. According to the company, these steps are expected to occur between early Q2 2026 and H1 2026.