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Lithium Americas Corp. reports developments tied to the construction and financing of Thacker Pass, its lithium project in Humboldt County, Nevada. Company news commonly covers project updates, annual and quarterly results, DOE ATVM loan activity, at-the-market equity programs, and capital-structure actions supporting processing facilities and mine development.
Coverage also includes governance changes such as board appointments, common-share trading matters on the TSX and NYSE, and index-related corporate updates. The company is a Canadian resource and materials issuer focused on lithium deposits and chemical processing facilities in North America.
Lithium Americas Corp. (LAC) announced the retirement of Eduard Epshtein as Chief Financial Officer, effective immediately, with Pablo Mercado appointed as his successor. This leadership change comes as the Company prepares for the separation of its Argentine and North American operations into independent entities. Eduard will remain with the Company as an advisor during this transition. Pablo Mercado brings over 23 years of experience in finance, including previous roles as CFO at EnLink Midstream and Forum Energy Technologies. Lithium Americas is advancing lithium projects in both Argentina and the U.S., aiming for production in the near future, particularly at its Thacker Pass project.
Lithium Americas Corp. (TSX: LAC, NYSE: LAC) has successfully completed its acquisition of Arena Minerals Inc. (TSX-V: AN) as part of a strategic arrangement. This deal consolidates Lithium Americas' position in the Pastos Grandes basin in Salta, Argentina, where Arena holds a 65% interest in a significant lithium project covering 13,200 hectares. The acquisition involved Arena shareholders receiving 0.0226 common shares of Lithium Americas and $0.0001 in cash for each Arena share. Approximately 8.4 million shares were issued to Arena's former shareholders. The acquisition is expected to enhance Lithium Americas' growth plans while focusing on the startup of production at the Caucharí-Olaroz site. Trading of Arena's shares will remain halted until delisting.
Lithium Americas Corp. (LAC) has filed its 2022 Annual Report on Form 40-F with the SEC, which includes annual audited financial statements and management discussion. The report is accessible on the SEC's EDGAR system and Canadian regulatory authorities via SEDAR. The filings showcase the company's ongoing projects in Argentina and the U.S., noting that Caucharí-Olaroz is near first production and Thacker Pass construction has begun following its Record of Decision. Stakeholders can request free printed copies of the annual audited financial statements.
Lithium Americas Corp. (LAC) has announced its financial and operational results for Q4 and full year 2022. The Caucharí-Olaroz project in Argentina is nearing first production by mid-2023 with expectations of ramping up to 40,000 tpa by Q1 2024. Total capital costs have been revised to $979 million due to inflation, while the company anticipates under $50 million in additional funding requirements. In the U.S., construction at Thacker Pass is underway, targeting production by H2 2026. As of March 2023, cash reserves stand at $600 million, bolstered by a $320 million investment from General Motors, leading to GM becoming the largest shareholder.
NACCO Industries reported strong Q4 2022 results with a consolidated operating profit of $15.5 million, a 43.7% increase from Q4 2021. Net income rose 76.2% to $13.8 million, or $1.84/share. For FY 2022, net income increased 54.1% to $74.2 million, or $10.06/share. The Minerals Management segment was a key driver, while Coal Mining faced challenges with lower earnings. The company maintains a conservative capital structure with $110.7 million in cash and $19.7 million in debt. Looking ahead, NACCO expects a significant decrease in earnings for 2023, influenced by contract termination income in 2022 and anticipated lower commodity prices.
Aquatech has been awarded a contract for lithium refining and purification for the Thacker Pass project by Lithium Americas Corp. (LAC) in Nevada, the largest lithium reserve in the U.S. The project aims to produce high-purity lithium carbonate (Li2CO3) and is set to deliver 40,000 tons per annum of lithium carbonate equivalent (LCE) in Phase 1. Aquatech's advanced technology has achieved over 99.9% Li2CO3 purity, supporting domestic lithium supply for electric vehicles. Construction commencement marks a key milestone, with the facility expected to produce over 80,000 metric tons of lithium carbonate annually, meeting rising demand for clean energy.
Lithium Americas Corp. (NYSE: LAC) announced the commencement of construction at its Thacker Pass lithium project in Nevada, following the Bureau of Land Management's notice to proceed. The project aims for a capacity of 80,000 tonnes per annum of battery-quality lithium carbonate, with Phase 1 production expected in H2 2026. The construction phase is projected to create approximately 1,500 jobs. Major contracts have been awarded to firms such as Bechtel Corporation for EPCM and Aquatech International LLC for chemical plant construction. The Federal Court recently affirmed the project's permitting process, allowing it to move forward without construction timeline impacts.
Lithium Americas Corp. (LAC) has received a Letter of Substantial Completion from the U.S. Department of Energy regarding its Thacker Pass lithium project. This letter allows the company to move forward with eligibility assessments and due diligence for the Advanced Technology Vehicles Manufacturing Loan Program, potentially providing up to 75% of Thacker Pass's construction costs. The project aims for a production capacity of 80,000 tonnes per annum of lithium carbonate, set to create 1,500 jobs and support up to one million electric vehicles annually. A strategic partnership with GM includes a $650 million investment for exclusive access to Phase 1 production.
Lithium Americas Corp. (NYSE: LAC) has successfully closed the first tranche of a $650 million investment from General Motors Co. (NYSE: GM), receiving $320 million for 15 million shares at $21.34 each. The funds will expedite development of the Thacker Pass lithium project, the largest known lithium resource in the U.S., which is fully permitted for construction. GM becomes the largest shareholder and offtake partner, with plans to support production for nearly one million electric vehicles annually. The second tranche of $330 million is expected to close after the separation of Lithium Americas' U.S. and Argentine operations later in 2023.
Lithium Americas Corp. (LAC) received a positive ruling from the US District Court on February 6, 2023, regarding its Thacker Pass project in Nevada. The Court upheld the Bureau of Land Management's (BLM) issuance of the Record of Decision (ROD) for a mining plan, allowing construction to move forward without significant delays. The ruling dismissed concerns regarding environmental degradation and affirmed the thoroughness of the permitting process. However, the Court has ordered the BLM to reassess the mining-claim rights related to waste storage. The Company remains committed to advancing the Thacker Pass project towards construction.