Trafigura to secure lithium supply from Smackover project in US

Trafigura, a commodity trading giant, has announced a deal to secure lithium supply from the Smackover project located in the United States, indicating a strategic move to bolster its raw material sourcing.

9 Mar, 13:21 — 9 Mar, 15:24

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Trafigura has signed an offtake agreement for lithium
The lithium will come from the Smackover project in the US
The project is a joint venture between Standard Lithium and Equinor

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Trafigura has signed a lithium offtake deal with the Standard Lithium-Equinor JV

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This deal is significant as it helps secure a domestic supply of lithium in the US, a critical component for electric vehicle batteries and renewable energy storage. It also highlights the growing investment and development in North American lithium production.

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