Investment Overview - The company has signed an investment agreement with the Linwu High-tech Industrial Development Zone Management Committee to establish a project for producing 3,000 tons of metal lithium battery materials annually, with a total investment of 1 billion yuan [1][2] - The project is part of a strategic layout aimed at enhancing the company's competitiveness and profitability in the lithium battery materials sector [3][4] Project Phases and Timeline - The project will be developed in three phases: - Phase 1 involves research and development of metal lithium battery materials, expected to be completed by 2025 - Phase 2 plans to construct a production line with an annual capacity of 1,000 tons, scheduled to start in April 2026 and be completed by the end of 2027 - Phase 3 aims to build an additional production line with a capacity of 2,000 tons, projected to commence in June 2027 and be operational by the end of 2028 [2][3] Strategic Importance - The investment aligns with the trend of upgrading the new energy industry, as metal lithium battery materials are crucial for high-performance batteries, particularly solid-state batteries [3] - The company already possesses 3.24 million tons of lithium carbonate equivalent in Linwu County, establishing a complete industrial chain for lithium mining and processing [3] Agreement Details - The agreement stipulates that the project must comply with national industrial policies and local planning requirements, with independent accounting and management by the company [2][3] - The management committee will assist the company in obtaining necessary permits and resolving external issues related to project construction [2] Risk and Impact - While the investment is a strategic decision for long-term benefits, it may still face market risks, and the agreement will not have an immediate impact on the company's current operations and financial status [4] - The company will conduct feasibility studies and technical analyses before finalizing the project implementation [3][4]
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