Chinese battery giant CATL has obtained a safety production permit for its Jianxiawo lithium mine, allowing it to restart operations after a nearly year-long suspension. The permit, secured on June 29, is effective until February 2028. The mine's closure had previously impacted lithium prices and sparked concerns about supply.
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CATL mine permit restarts production after year-long suspension
IN SHORT
Chinese battery giant CATL has obtained a safety production permit for its Jianxiawo lithium mine, allowing it to restart operations after a nearly year-long suspension. The permit, secured on June 29, is effective until February 2028. The mine's closure had previously impacted lithium prices and sparked concerns about supply.
Frequently asked questions
The Jianxiawo mine is a flagship lithium mine operated by Chinese battery giant CATL, located in Yichun city, eastern China.
The mine's operations were suspended in August when its previous safety production license expired.
The suspension led to a temporary surge in lithium futures and lithium-miner stocks, and fueled speculation about Chinese supply crackdowns.
The mine has an annual production capacity equivalent to about 46,000 metric tons of lithium carbonate.
What Happens Next
01CATL will resume production at the Jianxiawo mine.