Li-ion batteries
Anodes for electric vehicles and stationary storage. The fastest-growing segment.
Cerro Osumita · Cojedes · Venezuela
High-crystallinity flake graphite
A world-class metamorphic deposit with in-situ grades of 7–10%, beneficiable to 92%+, fully characterized for applications in lithium-ion batteries, electrodes, refractories and graphene.
- Beneficiated purity
- 92%+
- Crystallinity
- GD 60
- d₀₀₂
- 3.35 Å
- Onset of oxidation
- 472 °C
Geology
An extensively characterized metamorphic deposit.
Consistent results obtained from mineralogical, petrographic, geochemical and beneficiation studies performed on samples from Cerro Osumita.
Mineralogy
Graphite predominantly in medium-to-coarse flakes, associated with quartz-feldspar schists with biotite and muscovite.
Geochemistry
In-situ graphitic carbon content of 7–10%. Beneficiable by flotation to over 92% purity; potential for >99.9% battery grade with chemical/thermal purification.
Crystallinity
GD 60 index with 68–70% crystallinity. d₀₀₂ interlayer spacing of 3.35 Å, comparable to premium synthetic graphites.
Thermal stability
Onset of oxidation at 472 ± 27 °C, compatible with demanding steel and refractory processes.
Potential reserves
Geological extension favourable for a long-life project. Detailed exploration plan in progress to certify resources to JORC/NI 43-101.
ESG and community
Mining design with low water footprint, responsible fines management and a community engagement plan from early stage.
End markets
Critical applications for global electrification.
Graphene
Ideal precursor due to crystallinity, low ash content and flake morphology.
Electrodes and refractories
Steel, chemical and foundry industries; traditional market with stable demand.
Lubricants and additives
Industrial and high-tech applications (seals, brakes, ceramic powders).
Development plan
Project phases.
- 1 Phase 1
Advanced characterization
Completed. Mineralogical, geochemical, beneficiation and applications studies.
- 2 Phase 2
Exploration + certified resources
Drilling, 3D geological modeling and resource certification under international standards.
- 3 Phase 3
Pre-feasibility study (PFS)
Beneficiation plant design, infrastructure, logistics, financial model and environmental plan.
- 4 Phase 4
Permits, financing and construction
Off-take structuring, licenses and modular construction.
- 5 Phase 5
Operations + battery-grade expansion
Initial commercial production and scale-up to premium purification processes.
Documentation
Technical material available on request.
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