ioneer Ltd. Announces Results of 2026 Annual General Meeting and Operational Updates

ioneer Ltd. held its 2026 Annual General Meeting, where all resolutions were passed by shareholders. The company is progressing towards a Final Investment Decision (FID) for the Rhyolite Ridge Lithium-Boron Project, driven by strong market interest and favorable conditions for greenfield projects. Significant progress has been made in securing financing, with active engagement with private sector, U.S. Government, and trading partners to support project construction and the development of end-product production for lithium chemicals and boric acid. This initiative is crucial for onshoring U.S. critical mineral production and diversifying the global supply chain. The company also reported a favorable court decision upholding the Federal Government's permit for Rhyolite Ridge, expressing confidence that an ongoing appeal will not delay construction. Additionally, ioneer received a federal permit to out-plant Tiehm's buckwheat, aiming to establish self-sustaining populations outside the project area to enhance species resilience. The company anticipates closing project financing by mid-year and remains focused on delivering the Rhyolite Ridge project on time and budget, with next steps including equity financing, FID, and construction, targeting first production in 2029.