Chinese Pilot Plant
Our state-of-the-art research facility demonstrates complete integration from manganese ore to finished battery cathodes Mn-Rich Future Pioneering next-generation manganese-rich battery cathodes with superior Performance. Demand for energy storage (ESS) is surging. Vertically Integrated Battery Tech Maximizing margin capture through “Concentrate to Cathode capability”. Access to a significant JORC compliant Mn resource in Australia. World-class Technical...
Manganese Projects
Oakover Project A Strategic Resource Securing Long-Term Manganese Supply for our Battery Materials Oakover provides the future upstream security for our manganese chemicals business, with favourable geology, near-surface deposits and metallurgical testing confirming battery-grade material viability. Resource: 176.65 Mt @ 9.9% Mn Project Value: A$741.3 M NPV Return on Investment: 73.1% IRR Project Lifespan: 18-year...
Australian Demonstration Plant
The 2026 planned ADP will showcase Firebird's end to end conversion of manganese concentrate into HPMSM, LMFP precursor (p-CAM) and LMFP cathode active material (CAM), using FRB's patented and proprietary equipment and processing techniques. Related ASX Announcements ASX Announcement 22/1/26 - Quarterly Activities/Appendix 5B Cash Flow Report View ASX Announcement 12/1/26 - Firebird Completes Equipment...