North American Lithium Complex

Sayona Mining Inc.’s North American Lithium Complex in La Corne, Quebec, produces 220,000 tons annually of high-grade spodumene concentrate for lithium-ion batteries. Utilizing advanced processing and hydroelectric power, the facility supports sustainable battery manufacturing for electric vehicles and energy storage solutions.

Company Location

Country:

Canada

City:

La Corne, Quebec

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Company Overview

The North American Lithium Complex, operated by Sayona Mining Inc., is a major lithium production facility in La Corne, Quebec, acquired in 2021. It produces spodumene concentrate with a 220,000 t/year capacity, emphasizing sustainable hydroelectric power use and community engagement in Abitibi-Témiscamingue.

Battery Technology

The facility uses advanced mining and concentration processes to convert lithium-rich spodumene ore into high-grade concentrate. Its plant processes up to 3,800 t/day using sophisticated separation and purification techniques, powered by clean hydroelectric energy for minimal environmental impact.

Products

High-grade lithium spodumene concentrate for lithium-ion batteries, produced at 220,000 t/year capacity with purities meeting strict performance standards.

Recent Projects

In 2024, the complex reached steady-state production with ~140,000 t of concentrate produced, invested $60–70 million in infrastructure optimization, discovered new high-grade zones in May 2024, and advanced its environmental compliance with additional permits.

Investors

Sayona Mining Limited holds 75.0% of the North American Lithium Complex, and Piedmont Lithium Inc. holds 25.0% following their 2021 acquisition. A proposed merger aims to create an integrated North American lithium producer.

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