Talga Group is an Australian materials technology company specializing in battery anode and advanced materials production. Based in West Perth, the company focuses on developing sustainable solutions for the energy sector, particularly in battery materials for electric vehicles and consumer products. Through its vertically integrated approach, Talga controls the entire supply chain from mining high-grade natural graphite to producing finished anode materials. The company operates production facilities in northern Sweden, utilizing some of the world’s highest-grade graphite resources and renewable energy sources to minimize environmental impact. This strategic positioning enables Talga to provide clean, ethical, and secure resources while supporting global sustainability initiatives.
Battery Technology
Talga’s primary product line includes the Talnode® series, featuring advanced anode materials designed for lithium-ion batteries. The flagship product, Talnode®-C, consists of specially engineered graphite materials that offer enhanced performance characteristics, including improved charging capabilities and low-temperature operation. These properties make it particularly suitable for electric vehicle applications and consumer electronics.
The company has also developed Talnode®-Si, a silicon-graphite composite material that significantly increases battery energy capacity. This innovation combines graphite, graphene, and metallurgical-grade silicon to create high-energy density anodes that maintain mass production feasibility. Additionally, Talga produces conductive additives for cathodes, expanding its presence in the battery component market.
Through its Battery Centre of Excellence in Cambridge, UK, Talga continues to advance its technology portfolio, focusing on next-generation silicon and solid-state anodes. The company also participates in environmental initiatives like NoVOC and LIFE GRAPhiREC, which aim to reduce environmental impacts and improve recycling technologies in battery production.
Recent Projects
As of January 2025, Talga received government approval for a detailed plan regarding their graphite mine development. The company has established a significant partnership with FREYR to explore applications of their graphite and silicon anode materials in sustainable battery cells. Talga’s expansion plans include increasing anode production capacity to 104,000 tonnes annually by 2025-2026, supported by their recently awarded EU Innovation Fund grant for the Luleå Anode Refinery.
Investors
Notable shareholders include Mark Thompson with 3.002% ownership (12,888,036 shares), Lak Holdings Pty Ltd. holding 1.36% (5,839,541 shares), and Yandal Investments Pty Ltd with 1.281% (5,500,000 shares). The company has secured financial support through various channels, including a fully underwritten A$25 million placement to support operations and expansion initiatives.
Business Details
Location: West Perth, Australia
Website: https://talgagroup.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/6575045
