Popularity of cobalt-free batteries continues to grow

 Lithium Australia subsidiary VSPC is progressing its plans to establish a strategic position in the market for cobalt- and nickel-free lithium-ion batteries ('LIBs').  Cobalt- and nickel-free LIBs are safer, longer-lasting and, importantly, require less raw materials – including lithium – than cobalt- and nickel-based alternatives.  The price of battery-grade lithium concentrate has increased