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Fire at lithium processing plant CGP3 in Greenbushes
Risk matrixderived from the basic assessment
Probability
lowSeverityhigh
Severity
Probability
What happened
A fire broke out on 9 June 2026 at Chemical Grade Plant 3 (CGP3) of the Greenbushes lithium mine; adjacent plant components reportedly remained undamaged. CGP3 had only commenced operations at the end of 2025. The fire was extinguished without injuries, the cause is under investigation.
Potential impact
Possible delay in the ramp-up of CGP3 and in lithium supply; immediate business impact currently unknown. The production forecast for FY2026 has been confirmed for now.
Relevance for companies
Highlights the start-up risk of new process plants during the commissioning phase and the sensitivity of global battery supply chains to individual sites.