The Lithium Dilemma


  1. Lithium production processes are largely harmful to the environment and climate.
  2. Lithium manufacturing is both resource and energy intensive
  3. More than 95% of lithium must be imported into Europe.

We’re changing that.

Lithium made by Prime Lithium


The Key Raw Material for High-Performance Batteries
  • Cutting-edge lithium hydroxide production – patent pending

  • Revolutionary quality level

  • Zero CO2 emissions (Scope 1)

  • Integrated lithium recycling

  • Production starting in 2031

  • Built to power 500,000 electric vehicles per year

  • Made in Europe

Future batteries start with ultra-pure, sustainable lithium hydroxide.

Our Production Site: Stade, near Hamburg

Aerial view of the Stade site

The Revolution in Lithium Production

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Phase 1

Interdisciplinary Research & Development

Since 2023, we have been pioneering a cutting-edge production process at the Prime Lithium R&D Center in Stade — engineered for low carbon emissions, sustainability, maximum efficiency, exceptional product quality and responsible use of resources. Several patents have already been published — more are in the pipeline.

Illustration of a demonstration plant
Phase 2

First non-commercial Production Plant

The planning of our first non-commercial plant in Stade is nearing completion. This high-tech production plant will provide crucial insights for operating our future large-scale facilities and will drive the ongoing advancement of our sustainable manufacturing process. Commissioning and customer trials are scheduled to begin in 2027.

Illustration of a factory
Phase 3

World-Scale Production

The production volume of one train will meet the demand for over 500,000 electric vehicles per year. Thanks to our innovative production process, no CO2 emissions (Scope 1) will be emitted. 

Management

The management team at Prime Lithium brings together decades of experience in the chemical industry.

Under the leadership of Dr. Axel C. Heitmann, former long-time CEO of LANXESS AG, the Executive Board is advancing sustainable lithium production in Europe with strategic vision and technological excellence.

Executive Board member Dr. Walter Bürger-Kley brings over 30 years of consulting experience in the national and international chemical industry — most recently through his own strategy consultancy, Stratley, and as a Partner at KPMG.

Join us in shaping tomorrow’s Battery Industry. 


Prime Lithium stands for innovation, sustainable growth and a secure supply of lithium in Europe.
With our first non-commercial production plant, we are reaching the next milestone on the path to industrial production. Our technology is market-ready, our strategy is clear – giving early investors a prime position in a rapidly expanding market. We welcome a select group of investors to be part of this success story. 

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20000

Tons of lithium starting 2031

500000

EVs per year powered by our lithium

68%

CO2 emissions
(Scope 1)

25%

Lithium market
CAGR

Join Our Team and Shape the Future!

Are you ready to make a real impact on the future of the European lithium industry and play a key role in driving the global energy transition? At Prime Lithium, you’ll work at the forefront of innovation, turning bold ideas into breakthrough solutions.
We offer an inspiring, collaborative environment where your expertise is valued, your creativity is encouraged, and your work truly matters. Explore our exciting career opportunities and help us build the lithium production of tomorrow.

Your future starts here – apply now