Lithium Downstream
Summit 2026
9 - 10 December, 2026 | Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
9 - 10 December, 2026
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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Daniel Cairns
Worley
Daniel Cairns
Worley
Daniel Cairns, Technical Manager at Worley, advances the battery materials value chain with expertise in mineral
processing, catalyst development, and large-scale project delivery.
Richard Simons
Liberate Minerals
Simon Linge
Livium
Daniel Cairns
Worley
Damien Krebs
Primero
David Michael
Government of Western Australia
THE PREMIER STRATEGIC SUMMIT ON LITHIUM REFINING, BANKABILITY, AND ALLIED SUPPLY CHAINS
Welcome to the Lithium Downstream Summit, where policymakers, industry leaders, and investors come together to address the commercial and policy challenges shaping the next phase of lithium processing and the global battery value chain.
The industry faces rising capital costs, price volatility, and refining capacity concentrated in a few regions. Governments and OEMs are seeking secure, compliant supply chains, while investors demand stable returns. The summit will examine financing models, cross-border cooperation, and long-term offtake strategies to support new refining capacity.
Join us to gain practical insights, strengthen partnerships, and identify viable pathways for building resilient lithium refining and battery supply chains.
key topics for 2026
Outlook on global lithium demand growth and downstream capacity expansion
Analyse market dynamics shaping lithium supply chains and evaluate capacity gaps affecting the expansion of allied refining capacity.
Advancing financing pathways and capital risk mitigation strategies
Examine funding frameworks, credit enhancement tools, and blended finance solutions supporting large-scale investment.
Managing energy transition challenges in low-carbon lithium processing
Learn about power costs, infrastructure readiness, and renewable integration in energy-intensive operations.
Cost dynamics and their impact on competitiveness in lithium refining
Assess operating costs, scale constraints, and structural pressures shaping the competitiveness of projects in allied lithium markets.
Strengthening long-term offtake frameworks to enhance revenue certainty
Review contract structures and pricing frameworks that strengthen certainty and enhance project bankability.
Harmonising regulatory standards across allied lithium markets globally
Explore coordinated incentives, regulatory alignment, and cross-border collaboration to accelerate diversified lithium supply chains.
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Outstanding lineup of thought leaders, subject matter experts, and industry leaders.
Stephan Morse
Unchained Solutions Pty Limited
Valuable opportunity to network with industry peers and learn about latest developments.
Richard Simons
Liberate Minerals Limited
Strong mix of industry, government, and university perspectives on battery minerals.
Deepak Dubal
Queensland University of Technology
Expert Speakers
Damien Krebs
Primero
David Michael
WA Government
Hayley Mcgilivray
Amira Global
Past Attendees
Amira Global
Sedgman
Futureproof
Hatch Ltd
NEUMAN & ESSER
Liberate Minerals
Austmine Limited
NMS Industries
Global Lithium Resources
