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International Battery Metals (OTCQB: IBATF, TSXV: IBAT) promoted Don Bender to Vice President of Technology effective November 3, 2025. Bender, formerly Director of Engineering, will lead engineering and technology initiatives focused on advancing the company’s patented modular direct lithium extraction (MDLE) technology.

His responsibilities include improving MDLE system performance, scaling production capacity, and supporting global deployment plans. The company highlighted Bender’s 24+ years of engineering and process systems experience and credited his role in moving the modular DLE platform from concept to commercial readiness.

International Battery Metals (OTCQB: IBATF) closed a non‑brokered private placement under its March 2025 LOI with EV Metals, issuing 12,464,000 units at USD $0.16 per unit for USD $2.0 million (C$2,804,400 using the Oct 21, 2025 rate).

Each unit includes one common share and one warrant exercisable at C$0.30 for four years. The company paid a 5% cash structuring fee to Jacob Warnock. Securities are restricted from trading until March 1, 2026. Following the offering, EV Metals and affiliates hold a partially diluted 38.97% stake. Proceeds will be used for general corporate purposes and DLE technology deployment.

International Battery Metals (OTCQB: IBATF; TSXV: IBAT) announced a non-brokered private placement under an existing March 2025 LOI with EV Metals, raising USD $2.0 million via issuance of 12,464,000 Units at USD $0.16 (C$0.225) per Unit. Each Unit includes one common share and one warrant exercisable at C$0.30 for four years. The raise brings total investment under the LOI to USD $10.2 million. Closing is expected on or around October 30, 2025, subject to TSXV approval. Proceeds will fund general corporate purposes and DLE technology deployment. A 5% structuring fee is payable to director Jacob Warnock; the financing is a related‑party transaction exempt under MI 61-101. Post-close EV Metals' group stake is expected to be 38.97% (partially diluted).

International Battery Metals (OTCQB:IBATF) has signed an 18-month exclusive collaboration agreement with a major Middle East energy services provider to pursue direct lithium extraction (DLE) opportunities in the region. The partnership combines IBAT's proven modular DLE technology with the partner's regional relationships and market expertise.

The agreement enables joint participation in proposals and tenders, leveraging IBAT's successful commercial implementation in Utah. The company's modular design technology has demonstrated adaptability to various brine conditions, positioning IBAT to tap into the Middle East's substantial lithium brine resources and growing industrial demand.

International Battery Metals (OTCQB:IBATF) has scheduled its Q1 FY2026 earnings conference call for Friday, August 29, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. ET. The company will release its financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2025, after market close on August 28, 2025.

Due to an ongoing SEC review of the company's Form S-1 registration statement, there will be no live Q&A session during the call, and no replay will be available. Shareholders can submit questions to IBAT@haydenir.com by August 27, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. ET, which will be reviewed by management, legal, and IR counsel.

International Battery Metals (OTCQB:IBATF) has completed its previously announced private placement financing with Encompass Capital Advisors LLC. The company issued 25,765,259 units at US$0.19406 per unit, raising aggregate gross proceeds of US$5 million. Each unit comprises one common share and one purchase warrant, exercisable at C$0.355 per share until August 5, 2028.

The company also received TSXV approval for amendments to previously issued warrants from multiple private placements with Encompass and EV Metals, extending their expiration dates to August 5, 2028. The proceeds will be used for preparing IBAT's modular direct lithium extraction plant (MDLE Plant) and general corporate purposes.

International Battery Metals (OTCQB:IBATF) has scheduled its fiscal year 2025 financial results conference call for July 30, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. Central time. The company will release its financial results for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2025, after market close on July 29, 2025.

The conference call will be available via webcast, with dial-in options for both domestic (800-715-9871) and international (646-307-1963) participants using conference ID 7236851. Due to a pending S-1 Shelf registration statement, there will be no live Q&A session during the call, and no replay will be available.

International Battery Metals (OTCQB:IBATF) has announced a significant non-brokered private placement with Encompass Capital Advisors LLC. The company will issue US$5 million in units at approximately US$0.19406 per unit, with each unit comprising one common share and one warrant. The offering includes 25,765,258 units with warrants exercisable at C$0.355 for three years.

Additionally, Encompass has been granted the right to purchase up to US$2 million in additional units by December 31, 2025. The company will also extend expiration dates for existing warrants held by Encompass and EV Metals from previous private placements. Proceeds will be used for preparing IBAT's modular direct lithium extraction plant and general corporate purposes.

International Battery Metals (OTCQB:IBATF) has successfully uplisted to the OTCQB Venture Market, effective July 8, 2025, while maintaining its ticker symbol "IBATF". The uplisting follows a thorough verification process to ensure IBAT meets OTCQB listing requirements.

CEO Joseph Mills emphasized this milestone as a reflection of the company's commitment to transparency and shareholder value. The OTCQB, operated by OTC Markets Group and recognized by the SEC, provides a reputable platform for developing companies and is expected to enhance IBAT's visibility among U.S. investors and support the expansion of its global shareholder base.