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Century Lithium Congratulates First Phosphate on LFP Battery Success

Vancouver, BC, July 8, 2025 - Century Lithium Corp., publicly traded on the TSX Venture Exchange as LCE and on OTCQX as CYDVF, has recently expressed its congratulations to First Phosphate Corp. for successfully creating commercial-grade lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery cells in the 18650 format. This achievement was highlighted in First Phosphate's news release dated July 7, 2025.

The LFP battery cells produced by First Phosphate utilize cathode and anode materials that are sourced from North America, demonstrating local sustainability and resource utilization. Specifically, the lithium carbonate used in these cells is derived from Century Lithium's Angel Island project in Nevada, realized through a patented process at their Demonstration Plant. Additionally, high-purity phosphoric acid and iron powder were sourced from First Phosphate's mining operations in Quebec, Canada, providing a comprehensive look at the North American mineral supply chain's potential.

"We are very pleased that First Phosphate identified our lithium carbonate as suitable for their LFP battery cell manufacturing," stated Bill Willoughby, the President and CEO of Century Lithium. His enthusiasm reflects the company's ongoing commitment to enhancing its project at Angel Island through rigorous permitting and engineering processes. Willoughby’s broader perspective about the industry underscores the significant role LFP batteries are expected to play in future energy systems, ranging from mobile devices to large stationary storage solutions.

The assembly of the 18650 LFP battery cells was carried out by Ultion Technologies Inc. at their facility located in Las Vegas, Nevada, showcasing collaborative efforts within the industry to drive battery technology forward. For those interested in the production process, more information can be found at First Phosphate’s dedicated webpage for North American Battery Cells.

About First Phosphate Corp.

First Phosphate Corp. specializes in mineral development aimed at producing high-purity phosphoric acid and iron powder tailored for the LFP battery sector. Their vision includes forming partnerships with industry leaders such as American Battery Factory, which is developing a battery gigafactory in Tucson, Arizona, and Ultion Technologies, with expertise in LFP materials.

To enhance their production capabilities, First Phosphate is in discussions with the Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM) about potential financing and is also working towards securing funding from the U.S. Department of Defense’s Defense Industrial Base Consortium (DIBC).

About Century Lithium Corp.

Century Lithium Corp. is focused on advancing its Angel Island project, situated in Esmeralda County, Nevada, which possesses one of the largest lithium deposits in the United States. The company's innovative approach, which includes a chloride leaching technique coupled with direct lithium extraction, has positioned them as significant players in the fields of electric vehicle battery production and battery storage.

Angel Island continues to progress through its permitting phase, with a carefully structured production plan that aims to yield an estimated 34,000 tonnes of battery-grade lithium carbonate annually over a projected lifespan of 40 years. This initiative not only aims to satisfy the growing demand from the electric vehicle market but also to reinforce North America's autonomy in lithium supply.

With companies like Century Lithium and First Phosphate creating synergies in battery production through sustainable sourcing, they are exemplifying the future of energy storage solutions in the automotive and energy industries. Interested readers are encouraged to follow their progress at centurylithium.com and firstphosphate.com for more insights and updates on this crucial sector.