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Finland's Keliber Lithium Project Begins Operations

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Published Apr 28, 2026 8:20 PM ・ Updated Jun 13, 2026 8:26 AM ・ 2 min read ・ Source: CNA (Central News Agency)

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The Keliber lithium project has commenced operations as Europe's first integrated production chain.

The Keliber lithium project has commenced operations as Europe's first integrated production chain.

PRIMARY SOURCE CNA (Central News Agency) View source Distributor: CNA (Central News Agency)
Published: Apr 28, 2026

Keliber, Europe's first integrated lithium production chain project in Finland, has commenced operations. It will produce battery-grade lithium hydroxide for EVs and smartphones. The project, valued at 783 million euros, covers 500 square km. CEO Hannu Hautala stated it is the first to have a complete chain within a 43km radius. It is expected to be fully operational within two years, reducing dependence on imports from Asia and Australia.

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Source: CNA (Central News Agency)
Category: Taiwan
Organizations: Sibanye-Stillwater / Finnish Minerals Group

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