Rock Tech Lithium Gains Momentum from Dual-Nation Support

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Shares of Rock Tech Lithium have opened 2026 on a strong note, advancing over five percent in early trading and currently stabilizing near 0.76 CAD. This positive movement is underpinned by two significant developments: fresh funding opportunities in Canada and substantially improved project economics for its German operations.

Substantial cost savings have been confirmed for the company's planned lithium converter facility in Guben, Germany. Revised project calculations, communicated in late 2025, reveal a much more favorable financial outlook and are contributing to the stock's stability.

Key improvements include:
- Capital Expenditure: A reduction of 50 million euros, lowering the total projected investment from 730 million to 680 million euros.
- Operating Expenditure: Forecasts are now 23 percent lower than original estimates.
- Production Costs: The projected cost per tonne of lithium hydroxide has fallen to approximately 3,878 euros, a significant drop from the previous estimate of 5,033 euros.

These optimizations have materially de-risked the European venture and reduced its capital intensity.

Canadian Provincial Fund Offers Strategic Backing

Concurrently, a major new initiative in Ontario, Canada, is providing a tailwind for Rock Tech's North American strategy. The provincial government has launched a Critical Minerals Processing Fund with a total volume of 500 million CAD. This program is specifically designed for companies building processing facilities for critical raw materials.

Rock Tech's plans align perfectly with this fund's mandate. The company intends to construct a lithium conversion plant in Red Rock, Ontario, located roughly 60 kilometers from its Georgia Lake deposit—a proximity that enables a regionally integrated supply chain. CEO Mirco Wojnarowicz has publicly welcomed the initiative. Market observers view the availability of this capital as a crucial step in de-risking and securing the financing for the Canadian project.

Capital Position and Forward Trajectory

Supporting its operational progress, Rock Tech bolstered its balance sheet in the fourth quarter of 2025 by completing a private placement that raised approximately 6.5 million CAD. Year-to-date, the equity has gained about five percent, a performance that outpaces many peers in the junior mining sector.

The coming months are expected to be pivotal. Key milestones include the company's ability to successfully access the Canadian government funds and reach a final investment decision for the Guben converter. With lower projected capital requirements in Germany and potential state support in Canada, Rock Tech's strategic path for 2026 appears clearly defined.