SGS has been selected by Liontown Resources to establish an on-site laboratory at its Kathleen Valley project in Western Australia. Liontown Resources, a pioneering player in the rapidly growing global lithium and tantalum industry, will have direct access to streamlined sample preparation and analytical services on the mine site.
This announcement further builds on SGS's extensive lithium experience with projects assisting miners to optimize their lithium operations around the world, supporting the global battery metals supply chain.
By conducting on-site lithium analysis and testing, Liontown Resources will have real-time access to critical information, enabling optimized production processes, ensuring premium product quality, and minimizing environmental impact. SGS's laboratory located in Kalgoorlie, will further support the partnership by providing first class analytical testing.
The on-site laboratory supports Liontown Resources' Kathleen Valley Lithium and Tantalum Project, demonstrating its ongoing commitment to innovation, excellence, and sustainability within the critical minerals industry. Mining at Kathleen Valley will predominately be underground, allowing direct access to higher grade mineralization while minimizing waste and the environmental footprint of the project.
"We are pleased to announce our partnership with SGS for the establishment of an on-site laboratory," said Adam Smits, Chief Operating Officer for Liontown Resources. "By working with SGS, we aim to enhance our mining operational efficiencies, optimize processing performance, and maximize lithium product quality. Together, we can deliver exceptional value to our stakeholders."
As a leader in on-site laboratories, SGS designs, engineers, and runs efficient on-site laboratories tailoring them to the client's analytical needs while adhering to SGS's trusted methodologies and high-quality control standards. They are often complemented by SGS's commercial, mobile sample preparation units (MSPUs) and in-field services to help clients make informed decisions faster.
"We are proud to have been chosen as the provider of on-site analytical services for Liontown Resources' Kathleen Valley Lithium and Tantalum Project," remarked Johan O'Connell, Managing Director of SGS Australia. "This partnership further builds our strong and ongoing dedication to continuous service innovation in the Australian lithium and mining industries. We will deliver cutting-edge on-site laboratory services and collaborate with Liontown to improve access to SGS's advanced laboratory equipment, strong global talent network and data-driven insights that will allow for efficient decision-making and sustainable resource management."
Liontown Resources and SGS both share a commitment to safety, quality, sustainability and innovation, this partnership is expected to set new industry benchmarks for excellence and operational efficiency in the lithium mining sector.
About Liontown Resources
Liontown Resources (ASX:LTR) is an emerging Tier-1 battery minerals producer. Liontown's aim is to be an ESG leader and a globally significant provider of battery minerals for the rapidly growing clean energy market. Liontown's flagship project is at Kathleen Valley in the northern goldfields region in Western Australia. The Kathleen Valley Lithium and Tantalum Project is a Tier-1 battery metals asset with excellent grade and scale in one of world's largest mining districts. First production of spodumene concentrate is targeted for mid-2024.
For further information, please contact:
Liontown Resources
Luke Forrestal
GRA Partners
t: +61 411 479 144
Mark Davidson
Natural Resources – Minerals Geochemistry
Regional Geochemistry Business Development Manager
t: +61 (08) 9373 3559
About SGS
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