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ILiAD Technologies has deployed its advanced Direct Lithium Extraction (DLE) pilot unit at Rio Tinto's Sal de Vida site in Catamarca, Argentina. The pilot program aims to demonstrate the long-term performance of ILiAD's DLE technology, including recent ILiAD+ enhancements, using Rio Tinto's brines.

This initiative is part of ILiAD's strategy to showcase the scalability and efficiency of its processes in real-world conditions. ILiAD has established a local presence in Argentina to support large-scale deployment and emphasizes the market's importance for its operations. This deployment follows a strategic partnership formed in 2023 when Rio Tinto invested in ILiAD, highlighting the growing demand for efficient lithium extraction technologies to support electric vehicle and energy storage markets.