Pilbara miner commits $1.9 billion to become world's largest lithium producer
Pilbara Resources is investing $1.9 billion to expand its mine. By 2029, it will be the world's largest hard-rock lithium operation.
PLS has approved the $1.9 billion P2000 expansion project. The project will expand the Pilgangoora mine in Western Australia's north-west.
The operation is set to become the world's largest hard-rock lithium mine. When fully operational in 2029, Pilgangoora will produce two million tonnes per year of spodumene concentrate.
It will surpass the famous Greenbushes mine as Australia's biggest hard-rock lithium operation. The expansion increases the company's ore reserve by 31 per cent in contained lithium.
The Western Australian government is backing the project with $11 million. This money will upgrade the Wodgina Access Road connecting the mine to Port Hedland.
The announcement is expected to create about 1,000 construction jobs and 500 permanent positions. This will open new opportunities for local contractors and businesses across the Pilbara.
- $1.9 billion
- Investment
- 2029
- Full operation
- 1,000 construction, 500 permanent
- Jobs created
- $11 million for Wodgina Access Road
- Government support
Why it mattersGlobal demand for battery minerals is growing. This expansion positions Australia to become a key supplier of lithium. It strengthens Western Australia's role in the worldwide energy transition.
AustraliaThe project will create hundreds of jobs in Western Australia and reinforce the country's position as a leading lithium producer in an increasingly battery-dependent world.
Corroborated bytheage.com.au·watoday.com.au
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