Sarah Wells, Author at Piedmont Lithium

Piedmont Continues To Define High Grade Lithium Mineralisation In North Carolina

May 7, 2021March 14, 2018 by Sarah Wells

NEW YORK, March 14, 2018 /PRNewswire/ —

Piedmont has received further high-grade assay results including:

22.4m of cumulative thickness of mineralization (non-continuous) across 4 pegmatites which includes high grade intercepts of 6.0m @ 1.39% Li₂O and3.0m @ 1.59% Li₂O in Hole 17-BD-83
22.3mof cumulative thickness of mineralization (non-continuous) across 5 pegmatites which includes high grade intercepts of 8.3m @ 1.10% Li₂O and5.9m @ 1.53% Li₂O in Hole 17-BD-129
21.3mof cumulative thickness of mineralization (non-continuous) across 6 pegmatites which includes high grade intercepts of 8.9m@ 1.32% Li₂O and 4.0m @ 1.78% Li₂O in Hole 17-BD-127
19.8mof cumulative thickness of mineralization (non-continuous) across 6 pegmatites which includes high grade intercepts of 5.2m @ 1.79% Li₂O and3.0m @ 1.57% Li₂O in Hole 17-BD-131
18.5m of cumulative thickness of mineralization (non-continuous) across 5 pegmatites which includes high grade intercepts of 3.5m @ 1.50% Li₂O and3.1m @ 1.81% Li₂O in Hole 17-BD-122
16.5m of cumulative thickness of mineralization (non-continuous) across 3 pegmatites which includes high grade intercepts of 4.8m @ 1.45% Li₂O and4.5m @ 1.87% Li₂O in Hole 17-BD-94

Phase 3 drilling program is almost 50% complete with 6 drill rigs now on location
Over 30 holes are currently being assayed with results expected in April
Maiden resource in on-track for delivery by end of 2^nd Quarter 2018
Results continue to highlight the potential for the Company build a strategic low cost integrated lithium operation in the US

Piedmont Lithium Limited (“Piedmont” or “Company”) is pleased to advise that the Company continues to define high grade lithium mineralisation from its properties in the Carolina Tin-Spodumene Belt (“TSB“) in North Carolina, United States. The Company has received the assay results from the final 17 holes from the Phase 2 campaign and the first 21 holes from the current Phase 3 drilling campaign.

The results build upon the previous drilling completed on the property and continue to show similar high-grade mineralisation and pegmatite intercepts. The Company has six drill rigs on site and has completed 52 holes totalling just over 9,000 meters of its planned 20,000 Phase 3 program. The Company is on schedule to release its maiden JORC compliant resource estimate by the end of the 2^nd Quarter 2018.

Keith D. Phillips, President and Chief Executive Officer, said, “These infill drill results are consistent with our expectations, and with six rigs on property we look forward to a steady stream of drilling news over the next several weeks, leading ultimately to a maiden Resource estimate in June and a Scoping Study shortly thereafter.”

Piedmont Lithium Project Drill Location Map and Long Section

For further information, contact:
Keith D. Phillips	Anastasios (Taso) Arima
President & CEO	Executive Director
T: +1 973 809 0505	T: +1 347 899 1522
E: kphillips@piedmontlithium.com	E: tarima@piedmontlithium.com

Phase 2 Results and Discussion

The release of the final 17 holes of the Phase 2 campaign which were completed last year continue to show similar high-grade intercepts, as was expected by the Company’s geologists and consultants. These results continue to define mineralization along the four kilometers of strike length within the property, where over 30 spodumene pegmatites have been identified.

The current Phase 3 drilling campaign is focused on infill drilling along the trends defined by the Phase 2 program. These 21 holes (holes 123 to 143) are part of the initial infill drilling required for the compilation of the maiden JORC code compliant resource estimate. These results are consistent with Phase 2 results and are currently being added to the geological model.

Piedmont Lithium Project Cross Section

Approximately 13,000m of the 20,000m Phase 3 drilling program will be focused on infill drilling whereas the remaining meterage will test high priority exploration targets on the property, test the along strike and down dip extensions within the current drilling area, and test the potential of the newly acquired properties. The Company is highly encouraged by initial surface mapping and rock chip sampling within these properties and is looking forward to drill testing the targets defined.

The results from last year’s and the current drilling campaign continue to give the Company confidence in being able to define a shallow, surface mineable resource which is strategically located within the historical lithium mining and processing region of the USA. The Company is confident in the ability to release its maiden Mineral Resource estimate in accordance with JORC by the end of the 2nd Quarter 2018 and follow with an integrated Scoping Study in the 3rd Quarter 2018.

About Piedmont Lithium

Piedmont Lithium Limited (ASX: PLL; OTC-Nasdaq Intl: PLLLY) holds a 100% interest in the Piedmont Lithium Project (“Project”) located within the world-class Carolina Tin-Spodumene Belt (“TSB”) and along trend to the Hallman Beam and Kings Mountain mines, historically providing most of the western world’s lithium between the 1950s and the 1990s. The TSB has been described as one of the largest lithium provinces in the world and is located approximately 25 miles west of Charlotte, North Carolina. It is a premier location to be developing and integrated lithium business based on its favourable geology, proven metallurgy and easy access to infrastructure, power, R&D centres for lithium and battery storage, major high-tech population centres and downstream lithium processing facilities.

The Project was originally explored by Lithium Corporation of America which eventually was acquired by FMC Corporation (“FMC”). FMC and Albemarle Corporation (“Albemarle“) both historically mined the lithium bearing spodumene pegmatites within the TSB and developed and continue to operate the two world-class lithium processing facilities in the region which were the first modern spodumene processing facilities in the western world. The Company is in a unique position to leverage its position as a first mover in restarting exploration in this historic lithium producing region with the aim of developing a strategic, U.S. domestic source of lithium to supply the increasing electric vehicle and battery storage markets.

Forward Looking Statements

This announcement may include forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are based on Piedmont’s expectations and beliefs concerning future events. Forward looking statements are necessarily subject to risks, uncertainties and other factors, many of which are outside the control of Piedmont, which could cause actual results to differ materially from such statements. Piedmont makes no undertaking to subsequently update or revise the forward-looking statements made in this announcement, to reflect the circumstances or events after the date of that announcement.

Competent Persons Statement

The information in this announcement that relates to Exploration Results is based on, and fairly represents, information compiled or reviewed by Mr. Lamont Leatherman, a Competent Person who is a Registered Member of the ‘Society for Mining, Metallurgy and Exploration’, a ‘Recognized Professional Organization’ (RPO). Mr. Leatherman is a consultant to the Company. Mr. Leatherman has sufficient experience that is relevant to the style of mineralization and type of deposit under consideration and to the activity being undertaken to qualify as a Competent Person as defined in the 2012 Edition of the ‘Australasian Code for Reporting of Exploration Results, Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves’. Mr. Leatherman consents to the inclusion in the report of the matters based on his information in the form and context in which it appears.

Appendix 1: Summary of Core Drill Hole Intersections

Hole ID	Easting	Northing	Elev. (m)	Az. (^o)	Dip (^o)	Depth (m)		From (m)	To (m)	Intercept (m)	Li₂O (%)
17-BD-83	474186.3	3915614	258.3	300	-55	185.98		29.15	30.23	1.08	1.89
							and	45.73	51.69	5.96	1.39
							and	124.07	127.54	3.47	1.29
							and	159.79	171.70	11.91	1.08
							including	159.79	162.79	3.00	1.59
							including	167.39	170.39	3.00	1.47
17-BD-85	474043.4	3916471	235.2	317	-48	83		24.35	27.68	3.33	1.54
							and	29.85	35.31	5.46	0.52
17-BD-86	474117.2	3915431	264.2	297	-54.5	114.3		64.15	65.43	1.28	1.43
							and	83.14	86.27	3.13	1.58
17-BD-94	473779.1	3916477	259.167	305	-54.3	121.92		65.48	67.70	2.22	1.67
							and	73.81	78.62	4.81	1.45
							and	106.35	115.19	9.50	1.23
							including	110.74	115.19	4.45	1.87
17-BD-96	473383.2	3916335	259.299	302	-54	79.25		27.69	30.69	3	0.58
							and	41.06	42.14	1.08	1.05
17-BD-109	473442.7	3915655	264.086	307	-56.3	111.89	No Significant Intercepts
17-BD-112	473641.5	3916239	255.302	302	-55.2	170.69		23.08	25.96	2.88	0.62
							and	38.36	41.01	2.65	1.32
							and	108.93	112.54	3.61	1.56
							and	137.20	141.63	4.43	0.73
17-BD-113	473657.3	3915968	256.599	339	-54.5	74.98		26.21	29.55	3.34	1.16
							and	46.12	51.60	5.39	1.38
17-BD-114	3915968	473658.4	256.75	346	-53.7	83.54		19.87	24.32	4.45	1.50
							and	30.69	32.27	1.56	1.24
							amd	46.45	48.55	2.10	0.81
17-BD-115	3916742	474220.5	240.109	311	-55	194.63		3.43	4.67	1.24	1.15
							and	26.76	29.66	2.90	1.13
							and	80.23	82.53	2.30	1.76
							and	115.46	117.12	1.66	1.01
							and	131.98	133.78	1.80	1.17
							and	154.39	159.39	5.00	1.41
17-BD-116	3915995	473691.1	248.906	342	-53.9	107.62		42.60	47.70	5.10	1.59
							including	42.60	44.19	1.59	2.26
							including	45.19	47.70	2.51	1.80
17-BD-117	3916816	474188.7	248.494	311	-56.9	158.5		50.18	52.67	2.49	1.19
							and	59.87	61.38	1.96	1.41
							and	63.70	65.70	2.00	0.54
							and	69.53	70.83	1.30	1.71
							and	80.91	82.50	1.59	1.11
							and	93.22	95.35	2.13	0.48
							and	121.94	123.36	1.42	2.03
17-BD-118	3916021	473471	237.378	304	-69.8	166.73		19.32	22.14	2.82	1.34
							and	29.37	33.90	4.53	1.05
							including	30.52	32.69	2.17	1.56
							and	53.04	56.59	3.55	0.73
							and	114.45	116.33	1.88	1.40
							and	128.42	131.30	2.88	1.60
17-BD-119	3916183	473700.8	242.066	303	-69	240.79		36.54	37.32	1.78	1.04
							and	59.6	62.15	2.55	0.95
17-BD-120	3916007	473417.4	234.255	301	-70.7	166.73		7.62	11.96	4.34	1.16
							and	24.46	26.04	1.58	0.62
							and	58.47	60.24	1.77	0.84
							and	107.50	111.17	3.67	1.22
							and	115.19	116.21	1.02	1.93
							and	141.15	144.05	2.90	1.18
17-BD-121	3916171	473550	242.725	308	-75.2	169.77		33.48	35.66	2.18	1.29
							and	53.33	55.50	2.17	0.80
							and	98.96	102.79	3.83	1.07
							and	114.91	118.41	3.5	1.23
17-BD-122	3916027	473393.2	238.138	308	-54	151.18		6.10	9.14	3.04	1.35
							and	23.51	24.54	1.03	1.03
							and	45.33	47.33	2.00	0.78
							and	65.26	74.69	9.43	1.30
							including	66.51	70.00	3.49	1.50
							including	71.55	74.69	3.14	1.81
							and	87.66	90.68	3.02	1.35
17-BD-123	473595.3	3916544	262.233	295	-54.6	120.4		74.21	78.79	4.58	1.26
							and	109.61	113.30	3.69	1.00
17-BD-124	473491.7	3916419.95	256.543	299	-49	90		52.24	55.26	3.02	0.88
							and	58.88	62.00	3.21	1.26
17-BD-125	473628.371	3916475.88	266.036	287	-48.9	162.76		113.62	117.09	3.47	0.77
							and	122.99	126.41	3.42	1.32
17-BD-126	473565.288	3916427.73	259.991	299	-60	158		55.53	57.00	1.47	1.04
								117.75	121.26	3.51	1.04
17-BD-127	473660.681	3916419.09	258.285	302	-50	193.6	and	61.14	62.15	1.01	1.52
							and	69.96	78.86	8.90	1.34
							including	70.88	76.88	6.00	1.57
							And	151.67	153.33	1.66	1.13
							And	166.12	170.17	4.05	1.78
							And	181.06	184.40	3.34	0.90
							and	188.02	190.32	2.30	0.90
17-BD-128	473553.892	3916385.26	256.128	304	-49	159		27.00	38.82	11.82	0.84
							including	27.00	31.00	4.00	1.02
							And	108.22	112.75	4.53	1.20
							And	119.68	120.94	1.26	1.83
17-BD-129	473604.5	3916357.03	254.348	300	-50.5	204.22		71.40	79.66	8.26	1.10
							including	76.60	79.66	3.06	1.44
							and	129.88	131.04	1.16	1.22
							and	144.25	145.36	1.11	1.54
							and	157.81	166.45	8.64	1.02
							including	157.81	163.10	5.29	1.53
							and	177.00	180.13	3.13	1.31
18-BD-130	473524.057	3916354.74	258.733	297	-50.8	143		28.76	32.70	3.94	1.26
							And	118.95	123.82	4.87	1.46
							And	128.94	130.04	1.10	1.44
							and	134.25	136.25	2.00	1.17
18-BD-131	473676.948	3916446.33	260.138	302	-54.3	224.03		47.11	50.10	2.99	1.57
							And	68.06	73.25	5.19	1.79
							And	114.90	117.95	3.05	0.96
							And	151.40	153.22	1.82	1.72
							And	181.06	183.53	2.47	1.11
							and	200.53	204.85	4.32	1.07
18-BD-132	473557.044	3916337.06	252.764	300	-54.7	191.11		49.85	58.54	8.69	.95
							including	55.85	57.85	2.00	1.48
							and	145.07	149.66	4.59	1.17
18-BD-133	473423.297	3916371.17	255.788	303	-58.3	80		49.83	51.73	1.90	1.09
18-BD-134	473701.977	3916394.29	257.881	300	-59.3	240		102.35	105.77	3.42	1.41
							and	224.53	233.18	8.65	0.91
							including	230.10	232.10	2.00	1.23
18-BD-135	474068.978	3916793.77	244.345	311	-47.6	100		23.80	25.15	1.35	1.14
							and	29.75	38.53	8.78	1.48
							including	30.05	31.05	1.00	3.56
							and	53.68	57.22	3.54	1.77
18-BD-136	473462.509	3916563.03	262.913	303	-54	141.71	No Significant Intercepts
18-BD-137	473511.948	3916325.59	251.474	303	-51.8	178.5		33.07	40.25	7.18	1.07
							including	33.07	35.58	2.51	1.66
							and	125.39	127.29	1.90	1.27
								168.56	169.88	1.32	1.16
18-BD-138	474117.082	3916744.6	250.31	317.5	-54.3	250		47.45	48.65	1.20	1.38
							and	82.72	84.48	1.76	1.38
							and	89.75	91.32	1.57	1.52
							and	95.25	99.7	4.45	0.86
							and	107.76	109.95	2.19	1.11
							and	171.28	172.78	1.50	1.40
18-BD-139	473710.658	3916341.35	259.529	297	-54.8	181.36		139.55	146.86	7.31	0.79
18-BD-140	473542.155	3916292.59	255.787	302	-53.5	232.5		142.97	145.16	2.19	1.37
							and	156.55	164.28	7.73	0.51
18-BD-141	473356.38	3916224.64	255.251	299	-55	110		57.77	66.50	8.73	0.82
							including	61.77	65.77	4.00	1.00
18-BD-142	474100.598	3916703.93	241.752	307.1	-54.4	163		101.91	106.53	4.62	1.84
							and	118.60	120.11	1.51	1.10
							and	122.91	125.42	2.51	1.53
18-BD-143	473372.454	3916294.4	254.67	298	-56.2	117		32.91	34.25	1.34	1.05
							and	35.16	37.19	2.03	1.46
							and	51.35	54.39	3.04	0.90

Appendix 2: JORC Table 1 Checklist of Assessment and Reporting Criteria
Section 1 Sampling Techniques and Data
Criteria	JORC Code explanation	Commentary
Sampling techniques	> Nature and quality of sampling (e.g. cut channels, random chips, or specific specialised industry standard measurement tools appropriate to the minerals under investigation, such as downhole gamma sondes, or handheld XRF instruments, etc.). These examples should not be taken as limiting the broad meaning of sampling. > Include reference to measures taken to ensure sample representivity and the appropriate calibration of any measurement tools or systems used. > Aspects of the determination of mineralisation that are Material to the Public Report. In cases where ‘industry standard’ work has been done this would be relatively simple (e.g. ‘reverse circulation drilling was used to obtain 1 m samples from which 3 kg was pulverised to produce a 30 g charge for fire assay’). In other cases, more explanation may be required, such as where there is coarse gold that has inherent sampling problems. Unusual commodities or mineralisation types (e.g. submarine nodules) may warrant disclosure of detailed information.	All results reported are from diamond core samples. The core was sawn at an orientation not influenced by the distribution of mineralization within the drill core (i.e. bisecting mineralized veins or cut perpendicular to a fabric in the rock that is independent of mineralization, such as foliation). Diamond drilling provided continuous core which allowed continuous sampling of mineralized zones. The core sample intervals were a minimum of 0.35m and a maximum of 1.5m for HQ or NQ drill core (except in saprolitic areas of poor recovery where sample intervals may exceed 1.5m in length) and took into account lithological boundaries (i.e. sample was to, and not across, major contacts). Standards and blanks were inserted into the sample stream to assess the accuracy, precision and methodology of the external laboratories used. In addition, field duplicate samples were inserted to assess the variability of the mineralisation., The laboratories undertake their own duplicate sampling as part of their internal QA/QC processes. Examination of the QA/QC sample data indicates satisfactory performance of field sampling protocols and assay laboratories providing acceptable levels of precision and accuracy.
Drilling techniques	> Drill type (e.g. core, reverse circulation, open-hole hammer, rotary air blast, auger, Bangka, sonic, etc.) and details (e.g. core diameter, triple or standard tube, depth of diamond tails, face-sampling bit or other type, whether core is oriented and if so, by what method, etc.).	All diamond drill holes were collared with HQ and were transitioned to NQ once non-weathered and unoxidized bedrock was encountered. Drill core was recovered from surface. Oriented core was collected on select drill holes using the REFLEX ACT III tool by a qualified geologist at the drill rig. The orientation data is currently being evaluated.
Drill sample recovery	> Method of recording and assessing core and chip sample recoveries and results assessed. > Measures taken to maximise sample recovery and ensure representative nature of the samples. > Whether a relationship exists between sample recovery and grade and whether sample bias may have occurred due to preferential loss/gain of fine/coarse material.	The core was transported from the drill site to the logging facility in covered boxes with the utmost care. Once at the logging facility, the following procedures were carried out on the core: 1. Re-aligning the broken core in its original position as closely as possible. 2. The length of recovered core was measured, and meter marks clearly placed on the core to indicate depth to the nearest centimetre. 3. The length of core recovered was used to determine the core recovery, which is the length of core recovered divided by the interval drilled (as indicated by the footage marks which was converted to meter marks), expressed as a percentage. This data was recorded in the database. The core was photographed wet before logged. 4. The core was photographed again immediately before sampling with the sample numbers visible. Sample recovery was consistently good except for zones within the oxidized clay and saprolite zones. These zones were generally within the top 20m of the hole. No relationship is recognized between recovery and grade. The drill holes were designed to intersect the targeted pegmatite below the oxidized zone.
Logging	> Whether core and chip samples have been geologically and geotechnically logged to a level of detail to support appropriate Mineral Resource estimation, mining studies and metallurgical studies. > Whether logging is qualitative or quantitative in nature. Core (or costean, channel, etc.) photography. > The total length and percentage of the relevant intersections logged.	Geologically, data was collected in detail, sufficient to aid in Mineral Resource estimation. Core logging consisted of marking the core, describing lithologies, geologic features, percentage of spodumene and structural features measured to core axis. The core was photographed wet before logging and again immediately before sampling with the sample numbers visible. All the core from the holes reported were logged.
Sub-sampling techniques and sample preparation	> If core, whether cut or sawn and whether quarter, half or all core taken. > If non-core, whether riffled, tube sampled, rotary split, etc. and whether sampled wet or dry. > For all sample types, the nature, quality and appropriateness of the sample preparation technique. > Quality control procedures adopted for all sub-sampling stages to maximise representivity of samples. > Measures taken to ensure that the sampling is representative of the in situ material collected, including for instance results for field duplicate/second-half sampling. > Whether sample sizes are appropriate to the grain size of the material being sampled.	Core was cut in half with a diamond saw. Standard sample intervals were a minimum of 0.35m and a maximum of 1.5m for HQ or NQ drill core, taking into account lithological boundaries (i.e. sample to, and not across, major contacts). The preparation code is CRU21 (crush to 75% of sample <2mm) and PUL45 (pulverize 250g to 85% <75 microns). A CRM or coarse blank was included at the rate of one for every 20 drill core samples (i.e. 5%). Sampling precision is monitored by selecting a sample interval likely to be mineralized and splitting the sample into two ¼ core duplicate samples over the same sample interval. These samples are consecutively numbered after the primary sample and recorded in the sample database as “field duplicates” and the primary sample number recorded. Field duplicates were collected at the rate of 1 in 20 samples when sampling mineralized drill core intervals Samples were numbered sequentially with no duplicates and no missing numbers. Triple tag books using 9-digit numbers were used, with one tag inserted into the sample bag and one tag stapled or otherwise affixed into the core tray at the interval the sample was collected. Samples were placed inside pre-numbered sample bags with numbers coinciding to the sample tag. Quality control (QC) samples, consisting of certified reference materials (CRMs), were given sample numbers within the sample stream so that they are masked from the laboratory after sample preparation and to avoid any duplication of sample numbers.
Quality of assay data and laboratory tests	> The nature, quality and appropriateness of the assaying and laboratory procedures used and whether the technique is considered partial or total. > For geophysical tools, spectrometers, handheld XRF instruments, etc., the parameters used in determining the analysis including instrument make and model, reading times, calibrations factors applied and their derivation, etc. > Nature of quality control procedures adopted (e.g. standards, blanks, duplicates, external laboratory checks) and whether acceptable levels of accuracy (i.e. lack of bias) and precision have been established.	All samples from the Phase II and Phase III drilling were shipped to the SGS laboratory in Lakefield, Ontario. The preparation code was CRU21 (crush to 75% of sample <2mm) and PUL45 (pulverize 250g to 85% <75 microns). The analyses code was GE ICM40B (multi-acid digestion with either an ICP-ES or ICP-MS finish), which has a range for Li of 1 to 10,000 (1%) ppm Li. The over-range method code for Li >5,000 ppm is GE ICP90A, which uses a peroxide fusion with an ICP finish, and has lower and upper detection limits of 0.001 and 5% respectively. Starting in August 2017, samples were switched to being analysed using GE ICP90A Li only and then to GE ICP91A Li only. Bulk Densities are collected from drill holes (one host rock and one mineralized rock) using analyses code GPHY04V. Phase I samples were shipped to the Bureau Veritas minerals laboratory in Reno, Nevada. The preparation code was PRP70-250 (crush to 70% of sample <2mm, pulverize 250g to 85% <75 microns). The analysis code was MA270 (multi-acid digestion with either an ICP-ES or ICP-MS finish), which has a range for Li of 0.5 to 10,000 ppm (1%) Li. This digestion provides only partial analyses for many elements in refractory minerals, including Ta and Nb. It does not include analyses for Cs. The over-range method code for Li>10,000 ppm is PF370, which uses a peroxide fusion with an ICP-ES finish and has lower and upper detection limits of 0.001 and 50%, respectively. The laboratory was instructed to implement the over-range method in all samples that exceed 5,000 ppm Li to allow for poor data precision near the upper limit of detection using MA270. Historical samples (holes 09-BD-01 through 10-BD-19) were submitted to ALS Vancouver for analysis. Accuracy monitoring was achieved through submission and monitoring of certified reference materials (CRMs). Sample numbering and the inclusion of CRMs was the responsibility of the project geologist submitting the samples. A CRM or coarse blank was included at the rate of one for every 20 drill core samples (i.e. 5%). The CRMs used for this program were supplied by Geostats Pty Ltd of Perth, Western Australia. Details of the CRMs are provided below. A sequence of these CRMs covering a range in Li values and, including blanks, were submitted to the laboratory along with all dispatched samples so as to ensure each run of 100 samples contains the full range of control materials. The CRMs were submitted as “blind” control samples not identifiable by the laboratory. Details of CRMs used in the drill program (all values ppm):

			CRM	Manufacturer	Lithium	1 Std Dev
			GTA-01	Geostats	3132	129
			GTA-02	Geostats	1715	64
			GTA-03	Geostats	7782	175
			GTA-04	Geostats	9275	213
			GTA-06	Geostats	7843	126
			GTA-09	Geostats	4837	174
		Sampling precision was monitored by selecting a sample interval likely to be mineralized and splitting the sample into two ¼ core duplicate samples over the same sample interval. These samples were consecutively numbered after the primary sample and recorded in the sample database as “field duplicates” and the primary sample number recorded. Field duplicates were collected at the rate of 1 in 20 samples when sampling mineralized drill core intervals. Random sampling precision was monitored by splitting samples at the sample crushing stage (coarse crush duplicate) and at the final sub-sampling stage for analysis (pulp duplicates). The coarse, jaw-crushed, reject material was split into two preparation duplicates, sometimes referred to as second cuts, crusher or preparation duplicates, which were then pulverized and analysed separately. These duplicate samples were selected randomly by the laboratory. Analytical precision was also monitored using pulp duplicates, sometimes referred to as replicates or repeats. Data from all three types of duplicate analyses was used to constrain sampling variance at different stages of the sampling and preparation process. Examination of the QA/QC sample data indicates satisfactory performance of field sampling protocols and assay laboratories providing acceptable levels of precision and accuracy.
Verification of sampling and assaying	> The verification of significant intersections by either independent or alternative company personnel. > The use of twinned holes. > Documentation of primary data, data entry procedures, data verification, data storage (physical and electronic) protocols. > Discuss any adjustment to assay data.	Multiple representatives of Piedmont Lithium, Inc. have inspected and verified the results. CSA has conducted multiple site visits. Dennis Arne (Managing Director -Principal Consultant) toured the site, facilities and reviewed core logging and sampling workflow as well as Leon McGarry (Senior Resource Geologist). Each provided comments on how to improve our methods and have been addressed. Verification core samples were collected by Leon McGarry with assays pending. No holes were twinned. Ten-foot rods and core barrels were used, the core was converted from feet to meters. Li% was converted to Li2O by multiplying Li% by 2.153.
Location of data points	> Accuracy and quality of surveys used to locate drill holes (collar and down-hole surveys), trenches, mine workings and other locations used in Mineral Resource estimation. > Specification of the grid system used. > Quality and adequacy of topographic control.	Drill collars were located with the Trimble Geo 7 which resulted in accuracies <1m. All coordinates were collected in State Plane and re-projected to Nad83 zone17 in which they are reported. Drill hole surveying was performed on each hole using a REFLEX EZ-Trac multi-shot instrument. Readings were taken approx. every 15 meters (50 feet) and recorded depth, azimuth, and inclination.
Data spacing and distribution	> Data spacing for reporting of Exploration Results. > Whether the data spacing and distribution is sufficient to establish the degree of geological and grade continuity appropriate for the Mineral Resource and Ore Reserve estimation procedure(s) and classifications applied. > Whether sample compositing has been applied.	For selected areas, the drill spacing is approximately 40 to 80 m along strike and down dip. This spacing is sufficient to establish continuity in geology and grade for this pegmatite system. Composite samples are reported in Li2O%, this is calculated by multiplying drill length by Li₂O for each sample; then the weighted averages for multiple samples are totalled and divided by the total drill length for the selected samples
Orientation of data in relation to geological structure	> Whether the orientation of sampling achieves unbiased sampling of possible structures and the extent to which this is known, considering the deposit type. > If the relationship between the drilling orientation and the orientation of key mineralised structures is considered to have introduced a sampling bias, this should be assessed and reported if material.	The pegmatite dikes targeted trend northeast and dip to the southeast, drillholes were designed, oriented to the northwest with inclinations ranging from -45 to -80 degrees, to best intersect the tabular pegmatite bodies as close to perpendicularly as possible.
Sample security	> The measures taken to ensure sample security.	Drill core samples were shipped directly from the field by the project geologist in sealed rice bags or similar containers using a reputable transport company with shipment tracking capability so that a chain of custody can be maintained. Each bag was sealed with a security strap with a unique security number. The containers were locked in a shed if they were stored overnight at any point during transit, including at the drill site prior to shipping. The laboratory confirmed the integrity of the rice bag seals upon receipt
Audits or reviews	> The results of any audits or reviews of sampling techniques and data.	CSA Global developed a “Standard Operating Procedures” manual in preparation for the drilling program. CSA global reviews all logging and assay data, as well as merges all data in to database that is held off site. CSA has conducted multiple site visits. Dennis Arne (Managing Director -Principal Consultant) toured the site and facilities as well as Leon McGarry (Senior Resource Geologist). Each provided comments on how to improve our methods and have been addressed. Verification core samples were collected by Leon McGarry.

Section 2 Reporting of Exploration Results
Criteria	JORC Code explanation	Commentary
Mineral tenement and land tenure status	> Type, reference name/number, location and ownership including agreements or material issues with third parties such as joint ventures, partnerships, overriding royalties, native title interests, historical sites, wilderness or national park and environmental settings. > The security of the tenure held at the time of reporting along with any known impediments to obtaining a licence to operate in the area.	Piedmont, through its 100% owned subsidiary, Piedmont Lithium, Inc., has entered into exclusive option agreements with local landowners, which upon exercise, allows the Company to purchase (or long term lease) approximately 1200 acres of surface property and the associated mineral rights from the local landowners. There are no known historical sites, wilderness or national parks located within the Project area and there are no known impediments to obtaining a licence to operate in this area.
Exploration done by other parties	> Acknowledgment and appraisal of exploration by other parties.	The Project is focused over an area that has been explored for lithium dating back to the 1950’s where it was originally explored by Lithium Corporation of America which was subsequently acquired by FMC Corporation. Most recently, North Arrow explored the Project in 2009 and 2010. North Arrow conducted surface sampling, field mapping, a ground magnetic survey and two diamond drilling programs for a total of 19 holes. Piedmont Lithium, Inc. has obtained North Arrow’s exploration data.
Geology	> Deposit type, geological setting and style of mineralisation.	Spodumene pegmatites, located near the litho tectonic boundary between the inner Piedmont and Kings Mountain belt. The mineralization is thought to be concurrent and cross-cutting dike swarms extending from the Cherryville granite, as the dikes progressed further from their sources, they became increasingly enriched in incompatible elements such as Li, tin (Sn). The dikes are considered to be unzoned.
Drill hole Information	> A summary of all information material to the understanding of the exploration results including a tabulation of the following information for all Material drill holes: > easting and northing of the drill hole collar > elevation or RL (Reduced Level – elevation above sea level in metres) of the drill hole collar > dip and azimuth of the hole > down hole length and interception depth > hole length. > If the exclusion of this information is justified on the basis that the information is not Material and this exclusion does not detract from the understanding of the report, the Competent Person should clearly explain why this is the case.	Details of all reported drill holes are provided in Appendix 1 of this report.
Data aggregation methods	> In reporting Exploration Results, weighting averaging techniques, maximum and/or minimum grade truncations (e.g. cutting of high grades) and cut-off grades are usually Material and should be stated. > Where aggregate intercepts incorporate short lengths of high grade results and longer lengths of low grade results, the procedure used for such aggregation should be stated and some typical examples of such aggregations should be shown in detail. > The assumptions used for any reporting of metal equivalent values should be clearly stated.	All intercepts reported are for down hole thickness not true thickness. Weighted averaging was used in preparing the intercepts reported. The drill intercepts were calculated by adding the weighted value (drill length x assay) for each sample across the entire pegmatite divided by the total drill thickness of the pegmatite. For each mineralized pegmatite, all assays were used in the composite calculations with no upper or lower cut-offs. Mineralized pegmatite is defined as spodumene bearing pegmatite. Intercepts were reported for entire pegmatites, taking into account lithological boundaries (i.e. sample to, and not across, major contacts), with additional high-grade sub intervals reported from the same pegmatite. In the case where thin wall rock intervals were included, a value of 0% Li₂O was inserted for the assay value, thus giving that individual sample a weighted value of 0% Li₂O. Cumulative thicknesses are reported for select drill holes. These cumulative thicknesses do not represent continuous mineralized intercepts. The cumulative thickness for a drill hole is calculated by adding the drill widths of two or more mineralized pegmatites encountered in the drill hole, all other intervals are omitted from the calculation. Li% was converted to Li2O% by multiplying Li% by 2.153.
Relationship between mineralisation widths and intercept lengths	> These relationships are particularly important in the reporting of Exploration Results. > If the geometry of the mineralisation with respect to the drill hole angle is known, its nature should be reported. > If it is not known and only the down hole lengths are reported, there should be a clear statement to this effect (e.g. ‘down hole length, true width not known’).	Drill intercepts are reported as Li2O% over the drill length, not true thickness. The pegmatites targeted strike northeast-southwest and dip moderately to the southeast. All holes were drilled to the northwest and with inclinations ranging between -45 and -80
Diagrams	> Appropriate maps and sections (with scales) and tabulations of intercepts should be included for any significant discovery being reported These should include, but not be limited to a plan view of drill hole collar locations and appropriate sectional views.	Appropriate diagrams, including a drill plan map and cross-section, are included in the main body of this report.
Balanced reporting	> Where comprehensive reporting of all Exploration Results is not practicable, representative reporting of both low and high grades and/or widths should be practiced to avoid misleading reporting of Exploration Results.	All of the relevant exploration data for the Exploration Results and available at this time has been provided in this report.
Other substantive exploration data	> Other exploration data, if meaningful and material, should be reported including (but not limited to): geological observations; geophysical survey results; geochemical survey results; bulk samples – size and method of treatment; metallurgical test results; bulk density, groundwater, geotechnical and rock characteristics; potential deleterious or contaminating substances.	Eleven thin section samples were collected and submitted to Vancouver Petrographic for preparation, mineral identification and description. The Petrographic report identifies the primary mineralogy as quartz, plagioclase (albite), clinopyroxene (spodumene), K-spar and white mica. Variable amounts of alteration were identified in the pegmatite samples. One sample of the host rock was submitted and identified as a metadiorite. Thirteen samples from the Phase 1 drilling have been analysed by Semi Quantitative XRD (ME-LR-MIN-MET-MN-DO3) by SGS Mineral Services. Within all thirteen samples, spodumene was identified. Spodumene ranged between 5 and 38.6 wt%. The primary mineralogy of the pegmatite was identified as quartz, albite, spodumene, microcline and muscovite. Bulk Densities are collected from each of the Phase II drill holes (one host rock and one mineralized rock) using analyses code GPHY04V. Composite samples of ore intercepts from the Phase 1 drilling have been submitted to North Carolina State Minerals Research Lab for bench scale spodumene concentrate testing. Results pending.
Further work	> The nature and scale of planned further work (e.g. tests for lateral extensions or depth extensions or large-scale step-out drilling). > Diagrams clearly highlighting the areas of possible extensions, including the main geological interpretations and future drilling areas, provided this information is not commercially sensitive.	The Phase II drilling program consisted of 93 holes totalling 12,262m has been completed. After evaluation of all of the Phase II data Piedmont decided to conduct additional Phase III drilling to define the Company’s maiden Mineral Resource estimate in 2018.

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Piedmont Lithium Continues To Expand Its First Mover Land Position In North Carolina, USA

May 7, 2021March 5, 2018 by Sarah Wells

NEW YORK, March 5, 2018 /PRNewswire/ —

Piedmont increases land position by 10%, raising total acreage to ~1,200 acres
New properties are on the Carolina Tin-Spodumene Belt and ~1 mile south of core property
Grab samples identify multiple high-grade lithium bearing pegmatites including:

2.89% Li₂O
2.58% Li₂O
2.20% Li₂

Drilling of high priority targets is expected to commence in Q2 2018, immediately after infill drilling for the maiden Mineral Resource has been completed on the core land package
The Company continues discussions with multiple land owners in the region with the potential to add significantly to its land position in the belt over 2018
Current drilling campaign is advancing well with over 6,000 meters completed (of a 20,000-meter total) and initial results to be announced over the coming weeks

Piedmont Lithium Limited (“Piedmont” or “Company”) is pleased to announce that the Company has secured an additional 107 acres of within the historic and world-class Carolina Tin-Spodumene Belt (“TSB”). This increases the Company’s total land holdings to 1,199 acres and, more importantly, consolidates a further 137-acre land position just south of the Company’s core land package where five rigs are currently drilling.

Piedmont continues to make significant progress on its 20,000-meter drilling campaign, with the first 13,000 meters committed to infill drilling to define the maiden Mineral Resource estimate. On completion of the infill drilling the management team expects to move one or more of the five rigs to the newly acquired properties to test the high priority drill targets. The Company will make an announcement on the progress of the current drilling campaign and future drill targets over the course of this quarter.

Keith D. Phillips, President and Chief Executive Officer, said, “The addition of a third large contiguous land block is highly strategic, particularly given the new property’s location on-trend and midway between our current core land package and the historic Hallman-Beam mine, one of the world’s largest sources of lithium from the 1950s to the 1990s. Our geologists are excited about the prospects on the new land, and we are optimistic that our strategy of TSB land consolidation will position us to develop a large, long-lived integrated lithium project.”

The Company expects to continue to add to its land position in the TSB during the course of 2018 with management in discussions with multiple land owners in the region to secure additional mineralised land holdings.

Piedmont Lithium New Land Holdings

Spodumene Bearing Pegmatite Trends on New Properties

The largest property added is located approximately 1 mile south-southeast of the core land package. This property is contiguous to a pre-existing Piedmont land holding and consolidates this area into a 137-acre position which appears to host high-grade multi zoned mineralization.

Eleven grab samples have been collected from the numerous sub-crop and float blocks on the property with nine of the samples returning high-grade lithium, with the most impressive results including 2.89% Li₂O, 2.58% Li₂O, and 2.20% Li₂O (refer to Appendix 1 for further details).

Initial interpretations suggest at least three individual northeast trending zones of mineralization. One zone is traceable for over 200 meters along strike. The spodumene occurs in fine to coarse grained pegmatite, locally spodumene crystals are in excess of 10 cm in length.

Piedmont, through its 100% owned U.S. subsidiary, Piedmont Lithium Inc., has entered into exclusive option agreements and land acquisition agreements with local landowners, which upon exercise, allows the Company to purchase (or in some cases long-term lease) 1,199 acres of surface property and the associated mineral rights from the local landowners. The new properties being the subject of this announcement total 107 acres, of which 9 acres have been acquired under land acquisition agreements and 98 acres have been optioned under land option agreements, on substantially the same terms as the Company’s existing land option agreements.

For further information, contact:

Keith D. Phillips	Anastasios (Taso) Arima
President & CEO	Executive Director
T: +1 973 809 0505	T: +1 347 899 1522
E: kphillips@piedmontlithium.com	E: tarima@piedmontlithium.com

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Piedmont Lithium Expands Land Position

May 7, 2021January 31, 2018 by Sarah Wells

-Piedmont increases land position at its Piedmont Lithium Project by 20% to a total of 1,092 acres

-Agreement to purchase 188 acres within the Carolina Tin-Spodumene Belt, the historic home of world lithium production from the 1950s to the 1990s

-Builds a contiguous 245-acre tract due south of FMC’s past-producing Hallman-Beam mine

-Piedmont plans to accelerate its land consolidation strategy throughout 2018

NEW YORK, Jan. 31, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — Piedmont Lithium Limited (“Piedmont” or “Company”) is pleased to advise that the Company has increased its lithium mineral rights by 188 acres through a strategic land acquisition agreement signed with local landowners in the Carolina Tin-Spodumene Belt (“TSB“) in North Carolina, United States. The new acreage adjoins a 57-acre parcel already under option by Piedmont, creating a large 245-acre contiguous land package in close proximity to the past-producing Hallman-Beam mine and within four miles of the Company’s current Phase 3 drilling program.

Piedmont Lithium Project Land Holdings

During initial prospecting, areas of multiple spodumene bearing float blocks were identified on the new property, and grab samples have been collected and submitted to the lab for analysis. Prospecting and soil sampling will commence in the near future in order to identify high priority drill targets.

The Piedmont Lithium Project now encompasses approximately 1,092 acres within the TSB, representing a 20.7% increase in the Company’s land holding as previously announced to the Australian Securities Exchange (“ASX”). Piedmont’s strategy is to consolidate land in the region between its newly optioned and historical landholdings in order to support the large and long-lived integrated lithium project the Company intends to develop.

Keith D. Phillips, President and Chief Executive Officer, said, “This land acquisition is highly-strategic because the property is located on-trend and immediately south of the historic Hallman-Beam mine, one of the world’s largest sources of lithium from the 1950s to the 1990s. In combination with 57 adjacent acres we already control, we now have a 245-acre package which could serve as a second core mining area for the Company, possibly enabling us to significantly increase the size of our lithium project. Our geologists are excited about the prospects on the new land and will be designing a drill program in the near future.”

For further information, contact:

Keith D. Phillips	Anastasios (Taso) Arima
President & CEO	Executive Director
T: +1 973 809 0505	T: +1 347 899 1522
E: keith@piedmontlithium.com	E: taso@piedmontlithium.com

About Piedmont Lithium

Piedmont Lithium Limited (ASX: PLL; OTC-Nasdaq: PLLLY) holds a 100% interest in the Piedmont Lithium Project (“Project”) located within the world-class Carolina Tin-Spodumene Belt (“TSB”) and along trend to the Hallman Beam and Kings Mountain mines, historically providing most of the western world’s lithium between the 1950s and the 1990s. The TSB has been described as one of the largest lithium provinces in the world and is located approximately 25 miles west of Charlotte, North Carolina. It is a premier location to be developing and integrated lithium business based on its favourable geology, proven metallurgy and easy access to infrastructure, power, R&D centres for lithium and battery storage, major high-tech population centres and downstream lithium processing facilities.

Forward Looking Statements

Competent Persons Statement

Piedmont Lithium Project Option and Purchase Agreements

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Piedmont Lithium to Present at NobleCon 14th Annual Institutional Investor Conference

May 8, 2021January 26, 2018 by Sarah Wells

NEW YORK, Jan. 26, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — Piedmont Lithium Limited (ASX: PLL, OTC-Nasdaq: PLLLY) (“Piedmont” or “Company”) is pleased to announce that it will be presenting at the NobleCon 14^th Annual Institutional Investor Conference being held January 29-30, 2018 in Ft. Lauderdale, FL.Keith Phillips, President and Chief Executive Officer of Piedmont, will be giving a presentation and meeting with investors.

Event: NobleCon 14^th Annual Institutional Investor Conference
Date: Monday, January 29, 2018
Time: 2:00pm Eastern Time
Location: W Hotel, Fort Lauderdale Beach, Ft. Lauderdale, FL

For investors attending the NobleCon conference, please contact Piedmont Investor Relations to schedule a meeting with Piedmont management at tpatel@edisongroup.com.

A high-definition, video webcast of the presentation will be available the following day on the Company’s web site at www.piedmontlithium.com, and as part of a complete catalog of presentations available at Noble Capital Markets’ websites: www.noblecapitalmarkets.com, and www.nobleconference.com. The webcast and presentation will be archived on the company’s website and on the Noble websites for 90 days following the event.

For further information, contact:

Keith D. Phillips

President & CEO

T: +1 973-809-0505

Anastasios (Taso) Arima

Executive Director

T: +1 347-899-1522

Tirth Patel

Investor Relations, Edison Group

T: +1 646-653-7035

tpatel@edisongroup.com

About Noble Capital Markets, Inc.
Noble Capital Markets, established in 1984, is an equity-research-driven, full-service, investment & merchant banking boutique focused on the healthcare, media & entertainment, technology, transportation & logistics and natural resources sectors. The company has offices in Boca Raton, New York, Boston and St. Louis. In addition to NobleCon – the annual multi-sector investor conference – and the Media, Finance & Investor Program, produced in partnership with the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) and held each spring in Las Vegas, throughout the year Noble hosts numerous “non-deal” corporate road shows across the United States and Canada. Members: FINRA, SIPC, MSRB. www.noblecapitalmarkets.com

About Piedmont Lithium
Piedmont Lithium Limited (ASX: PLL; OTC-Nasdaq: PLLLY) holds a 100% interest in the Piedmont Lithium Project (“Project”) located within the world-class Carolina Tin-Spodumene Belt (“TSB”) and along trend to the Hallman Beam and Kings Mountain mines, historically providing most of the western world’s lithium between 1950 and 1990. The TSB has been described as one of the largest lithium provinces in the world and is located approximately 40 kilometres west of Charlotte, North Carolina. It is a premier location to be developing and integrated lithium business based on its favourable geology, proven metallurgy and easy access to infrastructure, power, R&D centres for lithium and battery storage, major high-tech population centres and downstream lithium processing facilities.

The Project was originally explored by Lithium Corporation of America which eventually was acquired by FMC Corporation (“FMC”). FMC and Albemarle Corporation (“Albemarle”) both historically mined the lithium bearing spodumene pegmatites within the TSB and developed and operated the two lithium processing facilities in the region which were the first modern spodumene processing facilities in the western world.

The Company is in a unique position to leverage its position as a first mover in restarting exploration in this historic lithium producing region with the aim of developing a strategic, U.S. domestic source of lithium to supply the increasing electric vehicle and battery storage markets.

Forward Looking Statements
This announcement may include forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are based on Piedmont’s expectations and beliefs concerning future events. Forward looking statements are necessarily subject to risks, uncertainties and other factors, many of which are outside the control of Piedmont, which could cause actual results to differ materially from such statements. Piedmont makes no undertaking to subsequently update or revise the forward-looking statements made in this announcement, to reflect the circumstances or events after the date of that announcement.

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Commencement Of Scoping Study For Piedmont Lithium Project

May 7, 2021January 23, 2018 by Sarah Wells

NEW YORK, Jan. 23, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — Piedmont Lithium Limited (ASX: PLL, OTC-Nasdaq: PLLLY) (“Piedmont” or “Company”) is pleased to announce the appointment of Primero Group and CSA Global to commence and manage a Scoping Study (“Scoping Study”) on the Company’s Piedmont Lithium Project (“Project”), located within the world-class Carolina Tin-Spodumene Belt (“TSB”) in North Carolina, USA.

The Scoping Study will address an integrated Project including mine, concentrator, and lithium conversion plant. The location of the Project in mining-friendly North Carolina is expected to provide many positive advantages to the integrated Project, given the Project’s proximity to:

existing natural gas and power infrastructure;
large, educated, and low-cost workforce with experience in lithium sector;
major transportation infrastructure;
existing major downstream lithium processing facilities; and
major US battery customers (GM, BMW, Nissan, Mercedes, Tesla, etc.).

The Company expects to complete the Scoping Study early in Q3 2018. The Scoping Study will be published shortly after the announcement of a maiden Resource, which is expected in Q2 2018.

Primero Group has been appointed as lead engineer and will focus on the concentrator and lithium conversion plant aspects of the Study. Primero Group brings valuable hard rock lithium experience to the Project, having been engaged on recent projects in Australia and Canada at the scoping, feasibility, and EPC project delivery level. Managing Director, Cameron Henry, commented, “We are very pleased to be continuing our relationship with the Piedmont team through the development stages of both the upstream and downstream processing facilities of their project. Our chemical and hydrometallurgical team is working on a number of similar projects currently and the award of this scope of works demonstrates the sound capability and strength of the growing business unit globally. We look forward to more news flow in the coming months on the developing Piedmont story.”

CSA has been appointed to complete the mine design, and has been working with Piedmont on resource geology, QA/QC, and database management on the Project. President of the Americas for CSA Global, Stan Wholley, stated, “By leveraging CSA Global’s strong international lithium development experience and the high quality of Piedmont’s local technical team, we are working to rapidly advance towards the Mineral Resource and Scoping Study stage. Given the desirable location and excellent infrastructure, Piedmont is in a strong position to rapidly advance this asset.”

Keith D. Phillips, President and Chief Executive Office, said, “We are extremely pleased with the appointment of respected engineering consultants Primero and CSA Global. The experience and ability that these companies bring to Piedmont Lithium’s Scoping Study efforts will add value to our exciting Project as the Company begins its next stage of project development. The addition of a conversion plant to the Scoping Study potentially enhances Piedmont’s position as one of the world’s best-located lithium projects. In parallel with these engineering study efforts Piedmont expects to begin its permitting process and metallurgical test work programs within Q1 2018.”

For further information, contact:

Keith D. Phillips	Anastasios (Taso) Arima
President & CEO	Executive Director
T: +1 973 809 0505	T: +1 347 899 1522
E: keith@piedmontlithium.com	E: taso@piedmontlithium.com

About Piedmont Lithium

Piedmont Lithium Limited (ASX: PLL; OTC-Nasdaq: PLLLY) holds a 100% interest in the Piedmont Lithium Project (“Project”) located within the world-class Carolina Tin-Spodumene Belt (“TSB”) and along trend to the Hallman Beam and Kings Mountain mines, historically providing most of the western world’s lithium between 1950 and 1990. The TSB has been described as one of the largest lithium provinces in the world and is located approximately 40 kilometres west of Charlotte, North Carolina. It is a premier location to be developing and integrated lithium business based on its favourable geology, proven metallurgy and easy access to infrastructure, power, R&D centres for lithium and battery storage, major high-tech population centres and downstream lithium processing facilities.

Forward Looking Statements

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US Policy Changes On Critical Minerals And Corporate Taxes Reinforce Core Advantages Of The Piedmont Lithium Project

May 7, 2021January 16, 2018 by Sarah Wells

NEW YORK, Jan. 16, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — Piedmont Lithium Limited (ASX: PLL, OTC: PLLLY) (“Piedmont” or “Company”) is pleased to acknowledge two important US federal policy changes announced in late-2017 that reinforce the strategic and financial benefits of the Company’s unique location within the world-class Carolina Tin-Spodumene Belt (“TSB“) in North Carolina, USA.

On December 20, 2017, President Donald Trump signed an Executive Order announcing that “It shall be the policy of the Federal Government to reduce the Nation’s vulnerability to disruptions in the supply of critical minerals, which constitutes a strategic vulnerability for the security and prosperity of the United States.” Lithium is one of the 23 critical mineral resources previously-identified by the United States Geological Survey.

On December 22, 2017, President Trump signed the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, which will reduce the US corporate tax rate from 35% to 21%, while also allowing for accelerated depreciation of eligible capital expenditures.

Keith D. Phillips, President and Chief Executive Officer of Piedmont Lithium, said, “Ours is one of the world’s best-located lithium projects, and these two important policy initiatives will further improve our strategic positioning. Among other benefits of the US Administration’s renewed emphasis on the domestic production of critical materials, we expect a streamlining of the federal permitting process which may accelerate our transition from developer to producer. Furthermore, we aim to demonstrate low capital and operating costs when we complete our initial Scoping Study mid-year, and we will now have the benefit of lower corporate tax rates than are in effect in any other major lithium producing region, which should positively impact our Project’s after-tax IRRs in a material way.”

For further information, contact:

Keith D. Phillips	Anastasios (Taso) Arima
President & CEO	Executive Director
T: +1 973 809 0505	T: +1 347 899 1522
E: keith@piedmontlithium.com	E: taso@piedmontlithium.com

About Piedmont Lithium

Piedmont Lithium Limited (ASX: PLL; OTC-Nasdaq: PLLLY) holds a 100% interest in the Piedmont Lithium Project (“Project”) located within the world-class Carolina Tin-Spodumene Belt (“TSB”) and along trend to the Hallman Beam and Kings Mountain mines, historically providing most of the western world’s lithium between 1950 and 1990. The TSB has been described as one of the largest lithium provinces in the world and is located approximately 40 kilometers west of Charlotte, North Carolina. It is a premier location to be developing and integrated lithium business based on its favorable geology, proven metallurgy and easy access to infrastructure, power, R&D centers for lithium and battery storage, major high-tech population centers and downstream lithium processing facilities.

Forward Looking Statements

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Piedmont Enhances Senior US Executive Team

May 7, 2021January 9, 2018 by Sarah Wells

NEW YORK, Jan. 9, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — Piedmont Lithium Limited (ASX: PLL, OTC-Nasdaq: PLLLY) (“Piedmont” or “Company”) is pleased to announce the appointments of Mr. Patrick Brindle, Mr. David Buckley and Mr. Bruce Czachor as senior officers of the Company.

Mr. Brindle is joining Piedmont as Vice President – Project Management. He has over 18 years of experience in the development of US and global mining operations, minerals processing plants and materials handling projects, and has expertise in all phases of project development from concept design, pre-feasibility and feasibility study, detailed design engineering, construction and commissioning, including EPC projects in North and South Carolina. He most recently worked as Vice President of Engineering for DRA Taggart in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and has a BS in Environmental Science and a BS in Civil Engineering from Virginia Tech.

Mr. Buckley is joining Piedmont as Vice President – Chief Process Engineer. He is a 25-year veteran of the lithium business, having worked most recently as Chief Process Engineer of Quebec-based Critical Elements Corporation after senior positions with FMC’s Lithium Division and Albemarle (former Rockwood Lithium). Mr. Buckley has extensive experience in lithium extraction from both hard rock resources and lithium bearing brines. He also brings experience in converting the extracted lithium into lithium carbonate, lithium hydroxide and other downstream lithium chemicals. He has a BS in Chemical Engineering from Virginia Tech.

Mr. Czachor is joining Piedmont as Vice President – General Counsel. He is a former partner of major international law firm Shearman & Sterling, and brings almost 30 years of experience in corporate governance, securities, M&A and commercial transactions. Mr. Czachor has represented a range of clients from start-ups to Fortune 500 companies, and he has extensive experience in the mining industry and with initial US listings. He earned his BA from Binghamton University and his Juris Doctor from New York Law School.

Keith D. Phillips, President and Chief Executive Officer, said, “I am excited that Patrick, Dave and Bruce have chosen to join the Piedmont team. Patrick is a highly experienced engineer and has been instrumental in taking many companies from scoping study through to production. He will be coordinating the technical and permitting studies we are commencing in early 2018. Dave has decades of experience in the sector, including several years focused on the Carolina Tin-Spodumene Belt. We are committed to building an integrated lithium business and Dave will be instrumental in the development of our downstream strategy. I have known Bruce for over 25 years and; he will be extremely helpful in driving our US capital markets strategy and play an important role in the strategic and offtake conversations that are beginning to develop. 2018 year will be an exciting year for Piedmont, with metallurgical testing, a maiden Resource and Scoping Study all planned for the first half of the year.”

For further information, contact:

Keith D. Phillips	Anastasios (Taso) Arima
President & CEO	Executive Director
T: +1 973 809 0505	T: +1 347 899 1522
E: keith@piedmontlithium.com	E: taso@piedmontlithium.com

About Piedmont Lithium

Piedmont Lithium Limited (ASX: PLL; OTC-Nasdaq: PLLLY) holds a 100% interest in the Piedmont Lithium Project (“Project”) located within the world-class Carolina Tin-Spodumene Belt (“TSB”) and along trend to the Hallman Beam and Kings Mountain mines, historically providing most of the western world’s lithium between 1950 and 1990. The TSB has been described as one of the largest lithium provinces in the world and is located approximately 40 kilometers west of Charlotte, North Carolina. It is a premier location to be developing and integrated lithium business based on its favorable geology, proven metallurgy and easy access to infrastructure, power, R&D centers for lithium and battery storage, major high-tech population centers and downstream lithium processing facilities.

Forward Looking Statements

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Comprehensive Drilling Program Commences At The Piedmont Lithium Project

May 7, 2021December 12, 2017 by Sarah Wells

NEW YORK, Dec. 12, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — Piedmont Lithium Limited (ASX: PLL, OTC-Nasdaq: PLLLY) (“Piedmont” or “Company”) is pleased to announce that following completion of the recent capital raising and building upon the successful results from previous drilling programs, a new comprehensive 20,000-meter drill program has commenced at the Piedmont Lithium Project (“Project“), located within the world-class Carolina Tin-Spodumene Belt (“TSB“). The new drill program will be focused on completing infill drilling for the definition of a maiden Mineral Resource and also aggressively testing the extensions of the pegmatites identified both along strike and down dip.

In addition, based on the drilling results on the portions of the Project explored to-date and geological modelling of the pegmatites, an initial Exploration Target of between 10 to 15 million tonnes at a grade of between 1.00% and 1.25% Li₂O has been estimated by CSA Global. The potential quantity and grade of this Exploration Target is conceptual in nature, there has been insufficient exploration to estimate a Mineral Resource and it is uncertain if further exploration will result in the estimation of a Mineral Resource.

The Company remains highly confident in its ability to develop a world class integrated lithium operation in North Carolina and will continue its land acquisition strategy to capitalize on its “first-mover” initial land position in the Carolina Tin-Spodumene Belt. The location of the Project gives it key competitive strengths over other potential lithium locations worldwide:

The only independent spodumene project strategically located in the US
Proximity to major downstream lithium processing facilities
Proximity to major US battery customers (GM, BMW, Nissan, Mercedes, Tesla, etc)
Closely located to established low cost gas and power infrastructure
Strong, large and low cost local workforce with experience in lithium sector
Proximity to major transportation infrastructure including highways, rail, airports and ports
Located in North Carolina, a mining and development friendly state

Keith D. Phillips, President and Chief Executive Officer, said, “We are extremely pleased with the scale of our initial Exploration Target for the Project, which is based on the portion of our initial core land package that has been drilled to date, and leaves considerable upside as we broaden our drill horizons and continue to expand our land package. Our next drilling program will position us to announce a maiden Mineral Resource in early to mid-2018, which will serve as the basis of a Scoping Study on the Project shortly thereafter.

“Given the numerous advantages inherent in our location in North Carolina, including outstanding infrastructure, a strong local work force, and proximity to important lithium processing facilities and other downstream customers, this initial Exploration Target is more than sufficient to support the potential re-establishment of a strategic high value battery materials operation.”

Figure 1: Piedmont Lithium Proposed Drill Program Target Areas

For further information, contact:

Keith D. Phillips	Anastasios (Taso) Arima
President & CEO	Executive Director
T: +1 973 809 0505	T: +1 347 899 1522
E: keith@piedmontlithium.com	E: taso@piedmontlithium.com

About Piedmont Lithium

Piedmont Lithium Limited (ASX: PLL; OTC-Nasdaq: PLLLY) holds a 100% interest in the Piedmont Lithium Project (“Project”) located within the world-class Carolina Tin-Spodumene Belt (“TSB”) and along trend to the Hallman Beam and Kings Mountain mines, historically providing most of the western world’s lithium between 1950 and 1990. The TSB has been described as one of the largest lithium provinces in the world and is located 40 kilometers west of Charlotte, North Carolina. It is a premier location to be developing an integrated lithium business based on its favorable geology, proven metallurgy and easy access to infrastructure, power, R&D centers for lithium and battery storage, major high-tech population centers and downstream lithium processing facilities.

Forward Looking Statements

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Further High-Grade Assay Results Continue To Extend Mineralization At The Piedmont Lithium Project

May 7, 2021November 28, 2017 by Sarah Wells

NEW YORK, Nov. 28, 2017/PRNewswire/ —

Assay results from a further 26 drill holes of the Phase 2 program have been received and continue to confirm high grade lithium mineralization along the 4 kilometers of strike within the Project including:

24.38m of cumulative thickness of mineralization across 3 pegmatites which includes high grade intercepts of 18.04m @ 1.01% Li₂O and 1.99m @ 1.28% Li₂O in Hole 17-BD-87
23.64m of cumulative thickness of mineralization across 5 pegmatites which includes high grade intercepts of 11.60m @ 1.29% Li₂O, and 5.97m @ 1.14% Li₂O in Hole 17-BD-77
22.82m of cumulative thickness of mineralization across 4 pegmatites which includes high grade intercepts of 9.74m @ 1.31% Li₂O and 5.73m @ 1.36% Li₂O in Hole 17-BD-98
21.86m of cumulative thickness of mineralization across 4 pegmatites which includes high grade intercepts of 13.95m @ 1.34% Li₂O and 2.93m @ 1.41% Li₂O in Hole 17-BD-95
15.69m of cumulative thickness of mineralization across 3 pegmatites which includes high grade intercepts of 11.09m @ 1.27% Li₂O and 3.41m @ 1.20% Li₂O in Hole 17-BD-90
12.51m of cumulative thickness of mineralization across 2 pegmatites which includes a high grade intercept of 10.55m @ 1.46% Li₂O in Hole 17-BD-102

The Company has now received assays for 76 of the 93 Phase 2 drill holes and anticipates receiving assay results for the remaining 17 drill holes over the next few weeks
A Schematic Long Section for the B and G corridors has been prepared based on drilling results to-date (Figure 1) and illustrates the continuity of mineralization along strike for 1400 meters
Preliminary geological modelling has, thus far, identified 38 pegmatite bodies within the 4+ kilometers of strike on the Project with the vast majority being intersected at depths less than 100 meters from surface
As a result of the work done to date the Company is confident in defining a shallow, open-pitable deposit within the Piedmont Lithium Project strategically located within the USA

Keith D. Phillips, President and Chief Executive Officer, said, “These additional drill results are outstanding and confirm our belief in the Piedmont Lithium Project. Our team has discovered a world-class mineral system with over 30 pegmatite bodies over a combined 4+ kilometers of strike length, virtually all within 100 meters of surface. We look forward to receiving the remaining Phase 2 assay results over the coming weeks.”

For further information, contact:

Keith D. Phillips	Anastasios (Taso) Arima
President & CEO	Executive Director
T: +1 973 809 0505	T: +1 347 899 1522
E: keith@piedmontlithium.com	E: taso@piedmontlithium.com

Piedmont Lithium Limited (ASX: PLL, OTC: PLLLY) (“Piedmont” or “Company”) is pleased to report further high-grade mineralisation from the 93-hole Phase 2 drilling campaign on the Piedmont Lithium Project (“Project“) located within the world-class Carolina Tin-Spodumene Belt (“TSB“).

Phase 2 Results and Discussion

In addition to the first 51 Phase 2 drill holes (reported September 26, 2017 and November 2, 2017), the current group of 26 drill holes reported in this release continue to define high grade mineralised trends totalling over 4 kilometers in strike. The entire Pegmatite system remains open at depth and along strike. Drill hole details and weighted-composite assay intercepts are attached as Table 1.

Geological modelling has begun on the results from the Phase 2 drill campaign with initial results indicating the presence of 38 pegmatite bodies across the 4+ kilometres of strike length on the Project. Importantly, the vast majority of the dykes have been intersected at shallow depths of less than 100 metres vertically. These initial results give the Company confidence in being able to define a shallow, open-pitable deposit which is strategically located within the historical lithium mining and processing region of the USA.

Logging, sampling and shipping of all Phase 2 drill core samples has been completed. All assays from the Phase 2 program should be received from SGS Labs by early-December.

The Phase 2 drill holes reported in this release highlight the initial high grade intercepts with significant cumulative thickness within the Star Corridor (figure 3) and further defined the mineralization in the B, F & G corridors. Significant intercepts within the B, F & G corridors continued to display similar high grade results as have been previously reported.

Figure 2: Piedmont Lithium Phase 2 Drilling with Mineralized Trends

Significant intercepts from the Star Corridor include:

22.82m of cumulative thickness of mineralization across 4 pegmatites which includes high grade intercepts of 9.74m @ 1.31% Li₂O and 5.73m @ 1.36% Li₂O in Hole 17-BD-98
21.86m of cumulative thickness of mineralization across 4 pegmatites which includes high grade intercepts of 13.95m @ 1.34% Li₂O and 2.93m @ 1.41% Li₂O in Hole 17-BD-95
21.30m of cumulative thickness of mineralization across 4 pegmatites which includes high grade intercepts of 4.23m @ 1.20% Li₂O and 4.52m @ 1.31% Li₂O in Hole 17-BD-91
17.42m of cumulative thickness of mineralization across 3 pegmatites which includes high grade intercepts of 5.35m @ 1.23% Li₂O and 4.00m @ 1.12% Li₂O in Hole 17-BD-101

About Piedmont Lithium

Piedmont Lithium Limited (ASX: PLL; OTC-Nasdaq: PLLLY) holds a 100% interest in the Piedmont Lithium Project (“Project”) located within the world-class Carolina Tin-Spodumene Belt (“TSB”) and along trend to the Hallman Beam and Kings Mountain mines, historically providing most of the western world’s lithium between 1950 and 1990. The TSB is one of the premier localities in the world to be exploring for lithium pegmatites given its history of lithium bearing spodumene mining, favorable geology and ideal location with easy access to infrastructure, power, R&D centers for lithium and battery storage, major high-tech population centers and downstream lithium processing facilities.

The TSB has previously been described as one of the largest lithium provinces in the world and is located approximately 40 kilometers west of Charlotte, North Carolina, United States. The TSB was the most important lithium producing region in the western world prior to the establishment of the brine operations in Chile in the late 1990s. The TSB extends over approximately 60 kilometers in length and reaches a maximum width of approximately 1.6 kilometers.

The Project was originally explored by Lithium Corporation of America which eventually was acquired by FMC Corporation (“FMC”). FMC and Albemarle Corporation (“Albemarle“) both historically mined the lithium bearing spodumene pegmatites from the TSB with the historic Kings Mountain lithium mine being described as one of the richest spodumene deposits in the world by Albemarle. These two mines and their respective metallurgy also formed the basis for the design of the two lithium processing facilities in the region which were the first modern spodumene processing facilities in the western world.

Albemarle and FMC continue to operate these important lithium processing facilities with FMC’s Bessemer City lithium processing facility being approximately 14 kilometers from the Project whilst Albemarle’sKings Mountain lithium processing facility is approximately 17 kilometers from the Project.

Forward Looking Statements

Competent Persons Statement

The information in this announcement that relates to Exploration Results is based on, and fairly represents, information compiled or reviewed by Mr Lamont Leatherman, a Competent Person who is a Registered Member of the ‘Society for Mining, Metallurgy and Exploration’, a ‘Recognised Professional Organisation’ (RPO). Mr Leatherman is a consultant to the Company. Mr Leatherman has sufficient experience that is relevant to the style of mineralization and type of deposit under consideration and to the activity being undertaken to qualify as a Competent Person as defined in the 2012 Edition of the ‘Australasian Code for Reporting of Exploration Results, Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves’. Mr Leatherman consents to the inclusion in the report of the matters based on his information in the form and context in which it appears.

APPENDIX 1: SUMMARY OF CORE DRILL HOLE INTERSECTIONS

Hole ID	Easting	Northing	Elev. (m)	Az. (^o)	Dip (^o)	Depth (m)		From (m)	To (m)	Intercept (m)	Li₂O (%)

17-BD-59	473573.61	3916192.82	247.91	300	-55	180		19.34	21.19	1.85	1.79
							and	44.57	46.90	2.33	1.07
							and	106.86	113..20	6.34	0.73
							including	106.86	108.84	1.98	1.35
							and	122.76	126.49	3.73	1.46
17-BD-77	474291.29	3915729.42	263.27	300	-55	185.9		53.56	59.53	5.97	1.14
							and	64.34	66.41	2.07	1.10
							and	68.50	70.77	2.27	1.44
							and	116.22	127.82	11.6	1.29
							including	116.22	118.90	2.86	1.81
							including	120.69	127.82	7.13	1.41
							and	179.36	181.09	1.73	1.17
17-BD-78	473345.13	3916178.02	255.00	300	-55	126.8		76.73	85.33	8.60	1.19
							including	79.70	84.17	4.47	1.64
							and	100.25	102.71	2.46	0.97
17-BD-79	474162.90	3916566.70	232.50	310	-55	146.5		30.12	39.60	9.48	0.67
							including	30.12	33.12	3.00	1.36
17-BD-83							assays pending
17-BD_85							assays pending
17-BD-86							assays pending
17-BD-87	473332.30	3915980.97	241.32	300	-55	117.4		7.85	12.20	4.35	0.96
							and	57.81	75.85	18.04	1.01
							including	57.81	67.52	9.71	1.41
							including	71.82	75.85	4.03	1.12
							and	83.90	85.89	1.99	1.28
17-BD-88	474056.50	3916333.16	238.03	300	-55	128	No significant results
17-BD-89	473871.96	3915279.45	265.01	300	-55	155.45		38.11	42.86	4.75	0.94
							and	111.60	118.92	7.32	1.25
							including	111.60	113.86	2.26	1.91
17-BD-90	473372.29	3915995.85	232.93	300	-55	111.25		16.74	17.93	1.19	1.43
							and	37.52	40.93	3.41	1.20
							and	71.23	82.32	11.09	1.27
							including	71.23	76.23	5.00	1.71
17-BD-91	473519.90	3915830.77	266.58	300	-55	111.25		36.19	40.42	4.23	1.20
							and	52.08	56.60	4.52	1.31
							and	84.66	86.10	1.44	1.21
							and	93.04	104.95	11.11	0.86
							including	98.86	102.74	3.88	1.13
17-BD-92	474389.81	3916644.49	241.94	300	-55	113	No significant results
17-BD-93	473745.13	3916513.93	267.21	300	-55	93		36.29	39.25	2.96	0.72
							and	40.56	42.83	2.27	0.96
							and	50.30	52.16	1.86	1.02
17-BD-94							assays pending
17-BD-95	473508.14	3915794.01	264.82	300	-55	108.2		47.36	50.29	2.93	1.41
							and	60.90	62.20	1.30	1.11
							and	67.02	70.70	3.68	1.27
							and	90.35	104.30	13.95	1.34
							including	93.23	102.38	9.15	1.60
17-BD-96							assays pending
17-BD-97	473502.93	3916269.98	250.08	300	-55	104		39.46	48.52	9.06	0.98
							including	39.46	44.46	6.15	1.20
							and	52.39	59.84	7.45	0.99
							including	52.39	54.92	2.53	1.43
17-BD-98	473468.27	3915816.06	258.63	300	-55	92.96		44.66	54.40	9.74	1.31
							including	45.12	51.9	6.78	1.60
							and	63.49	68.20	4.71	1.26
							and	71.03	76.76	5.73	1.36
							and	82.06	84.70	2.64	1.52
17-BD-99	473446.86	3916391.01	262.32	300	-55	94.5		31.65	38.14	6.49	1.33
							and	45.79	46.79	1.00	1.06
17-BD-100	473422.90	3916309.56	258.59	300	-55	131.5		72.64	79.68	7.04	1.08
							including	72.64	75.86	3.22	1.44
							including	78.15	79.68	1,53	1.94
17-BD-101	473472.77	3915727.52	267.51	300	-55	126.49		58.66	61.01	2.35	0.75
							and	78.35	83.70	5.35	1.23
							including	78.35	80.95	2.60	1.56
							and	93.10	102.62	9.52	0.90
							including	93.10	97.10	4.00	1.12
17-BD-102	473513.92	3916451.01	261.57	300	-55	100.58		52.39	62.94	10.55	1.46
							including	54.08	61.64	7.56	1.93
							and	72.64	74.60	1.96	1.52
17-BD-103	473535.81	3916476.52	266.73	300	-55	91.44		48.79	58.60	9.81	1.22
							including	49.19	54.00	4.81	1.53
17-BD-104	473571.48	3916457.54	263.93	300	-55	128.02		87.97	93.63	5.66	1.15
							and	103,10	105.08	1.98	0.73
17-BD-105	473641.00	3915867.59	254.67	300	-55	178.92		34.36	36.66	2.30	0.94
							and	92.20	96.10	3.90	1.72
17-BD-106	473550.52	3916526.96	267.95	300	-55	91.44		34.91	41.35	6.44	1.48
							and	57.22	59.62	2.4	1.09
17-BD-107	473680.96	3916313.65	259.51	298	-55	231.04		6.07	8.20	2.13	1.09
							and	128.51	141.26	12.75	1.03
							including	128.51	137.18	7.55	1.55
17-BD-108	473466.14	3915688.90	262.06	300	-55	114.3		65.17	67.04	1.87	1.02
							and	79.52	85.89	6.37	0.59
							including	79.52	81.00	1.48	0.94
17-BD-109							assays pending
17-BD-110	473649.49	3916213.14	241.34	294	-67	234.7		41.27	42.76	1.49	1.52
							and	91.00	97.97	6.97	0.53
							including	92.00	94.00	2	1.14
17-BD-111	473344.39	3915575.81	264.85	300	-55	136.25	No significant results

APPENDIX 2 – JORC TABLE 1 CHECKLIST OF ASSESSMENT AND REPORTING CRITERIA

Section 1 Sampling Techniques and Data

Criteria

JORC Code explanation

Commentary

Sampling techniques

> Nature and quality of sampling (e.g. cut channels, random chips, or specific specialised industry standard measurement tools appropriate to the minerals under investigation, such as downhole gamma sondes, or handheld XRF instruments, etc.). These examples should not be taken as limiting the broad meaning of sampling.

> Include reference to measures taken to ensure sample representivity and the appropriate calibration of any measurement tools or systems used.

> Aspects of the determination of mineralisation that are Material to the Public Report. In cases where ‘industry standard’ work has been done this would be relatively simple (e.g. ‘reverse circulation drilling was used to obtain 1 m samples from which 3 kg was pulverised to produce a 30 g charge for fire assay’). In other cases more explanation may be required, such as where there is coarse gold that has inherent sampling problems. Unusual commodities or mineralisation types (e.g. submarine nodules) may warrant disclosure of detailed information.

All results reported are from diamond core samples. The core was sawn at an orientation not influenced by the distribution of mineralization within the drill core (i.e. bisecting mineralized veins, or cut perpendicular to a fabric in the rock that is independent of mineralization, such as foliation). Diamond drilling provided continuous core which allowed continuous sampling of mineralized zones. The core sample intervals were a minimum of 0.35m and a maximum of 1.5m for HQ or NQ drill core (except in saprolitic areas of poor recovery where sample intervals may exceed 1.5m in length), and took into account lithological boundaries (i.e. sample was to, and not across, major contacts).

Standards and blanks were inserted into the sample stream to assess the accuracy, precision and methodology of the external laboratories used. In addition, field duplicate samples were inserted to assess the variability of the mineralisation., The laboratories undertake their own duplicate sampling as part of their internal QA/QC processes. Examination of the QA/QC sample data indicates satisfactory performance of field sampling protocols and assay laboratories providing acceptable levels of precision and accuracy.

Drilling techniques

> Drill type (e.g. core, reverse circulation, open-hole hammer, rotary air blast, auger, Bangka, sonic, etc.) and details (e.g. core diameter, triple or standard tube, depth of diamond tails, face-sampling bit or other type, whether core is oriented and if so, by what method, etc.).

All diamond drill holes were collared with HQ and were transitioned to NQ once non-weathered and unoxidized bedrock was encountered. Drill core was recovered from surface.

Oriented core was collected on select drill holes using the REFLEX ACT III tool by a qualified geologist at the drill rig. The orientation data is currently being evaluated.

Drill sample recovery

> Method of recording and assessing core and chip sample recoveries and results assessed.

> Measures taken to maximise sample recovery and ensure representative nature of the samples.

> Whether a relationship exists between sample recovery and grade and whether sample bias may have occurred due to preferential loss/gain of fine/coarse material.

The core was transported from the drill site to the logging facility in covered boxes with the utmost care. Once at the logging facility, the following procedures were carried out on the core:

1. Re-aligning the broken core in its original position as closely as possible.

2. The length of recovered core was measured and meter marks clearly placed on the core to indicate depth to the nearest centimetre.

3. The length of core recovered was used to determine the core recovery, which is the length of core recovered divided by the interval drilled (as indicated by the footage marks which was converted to meter marks), expressed as a percentage. This data was recorded in the database. The core was photographed wet before logged.

4. The core was photographed again immediately before sampling with the sample numbers visible.

Sample recovery was consistently good except for zones within the oxidized clay and saprolite zones. These zones were generally within the top 20m of the hole. No relationship is recognized between recovery and grade. The drill holes were designed to intersect the targeted pegmatite below the oxidized zone.

Logging

> Whether core and chip samples have been geologically and geotechnically logged to a level of detail to support appropriate Mineral Resource estimation, mining studies and metallurgical studies.

> Whether logging is qualitative or quantitative in nature. Core (or costean, channel, etc.) photography.

> The total length and percentage of the relevant intersections logged.

Geologically, data was collected in detail, sufficient to aid in Mineral Resource estimation.

Core logging consisted of marking the core, describing lithologies, geologic features, percentage of spodumene and structural features measured to core axis.

The core was photographed wet before logging and again immediately before sampling with the sample numbers visible.

All the core from the twenty-six holes reported was logged.

Sub-sampling techniques and sample preparation

> If core, whether cut or sawn and whether quarter, half or all core taken.

> If non-core, whether riffled, tube sampled, rotary split, etc. and whether sampled wet or dry.

> For all sample types, the nature, quality and appropriateness of the sample preparation technique.

> Quality control procedures adopted for all sub-sampling stages to maximise representivity of samples.

> Measures taken to ensure that the sampling is representative of the in situ material collected, including for instance results for field duplicate/second-half sampling.

> Whether sample sizes are appropriate to the grain size of the material being sampled.

Core was cut in half with a diamond saw.

Standard sample intervals were a minimum of 0.35m and a maximum of 1.5m for HQ or NQ drill core, taking into account lithological boundaries (i.e. sample to, and not across, major contacts).

The preparation code is CRU21 (crush to 75% of sample <2mm) and PUL45 (pulverize 250g to 85% <75 microns).

A CRM or coarse blank was included at the rate of one for every 20 drill core samples (i.e. 5%).

Sampling precision is monitored by selecting a sample interval likely to be mineralized and splitting the sample into two ¼ core duplicate samples over the same sample interval. These samples are consecutively numbered after the primary sample and recorded in the sample database as “field duplicates” and the primary sample number recorded. Field duplicates were collected at the rate of 1 in 20 samples when sampling mineralized drill core intervals

Samples were numbered sequentially with no duplicates and no missing numbers. Triple tag books using 9-digit numbers were used, with one tag inserted into the sample bag and one tag stapled or otherwise affixed into the core tray at the interval the sample was collected. Samples were placed inside pre-numbered sample bags with numbers coinciding to the sample tag. Quality control (QC) samples, consisting of certified reference materials (CRMs), were given sample numbers within the sample stream so that they are masked from the laboratory after sample preparation and to avoid any duplication of sample numbers.

Quality of assay data and laboratory tests

> The nature, quality and appropriateness of the assaying and laboratory procedures used and whether the technique is considered partial or total.

> For geophysical tools, spectrometers, handheld XRF instruments, etc., the parameters used in determining the analysis including instrument make and model, reading times, calibrations factors applied and their derivation, etc.

> Nature of quality control procedures adopted (e.g. standards, blanks, duplicates, external laboratory checks) and whether acceptable levels of accuracy (i.e. lack of bias) and precision have been established.

All samples from the Phase II drilling were shipped to the SGS laboratory in Lakefield, Ontario.

The preparation code was CRU21 (crush to 75% of sample <2mm) and PUL45 (pulverize 250g to 85% <75 microns).

The analyses code was GE ICM40B (multi-acid digestion with either an ICP-ES or ICP-MS finish), which has a range for Li of 1 to 10,000 (1%) ppm Li.

The over-range method code for Li >5,000 ppm is GE ICP90A, which uses a peroxide fusion with an ICP finish, and has lower and upper detection limits of 0.001 and 5% respectively.

Starting in August, samples were switched to being analysed using GE ICP90A Li only and then to GE ICP91A Li only.

Bulk Densities are collected from each drill hole (one host rock and one mineralized rock) using analyses code GPHY04V.

Phase I samples were shipped to the Bureau Veritas minerals laboratory in Reno, Nevada.

The preparation code was PRP70-250 (crush to 70% of sample <2mm, pulverize 250g to 85% <75 microns).

The analysis code was MA270 (multi-acid digestion with either an ICP-ES or ICP-MS finish), which has a range for Li of 0.5 to 10,000 ppm (1%) Li. This digestion provides only partial analyses for many elements in refractory minerals, including Ta and Nb. It does not include analyses for Cs.

The over-range method code for Li>10,000 ppm is PF370, which uses a peroxide fusion with an ICP-ES finish, and has lower and upper detection limits of 0.001 and 50%, respectively. The laboratory was instructed to implement the over-range method in all samples that exceed 5,000 ppm Li to allow for poor data precision near the upper limit of detection using MA270.

Historical samples (holes 09-BD-01 through 10-BD-19) were submitted to ALS Vancouver for analysis.

Accuracy monitoring was achieved through submission and monitoring of certified reference materials (CRMs).

Sample numbering and the inclusion of CRMs was the responsibility of the project geologist submitting the samples. A CRM or coarse blank was included at the rate of one for every 20 drill core samples (i.e. 5%).

The CRMs used for this program were supplied by Geostats Pty Ltd of Perth, Western Australia. Details of the CRMs are provided below. A sequence of these CRMs covering a range in Li values and, including blanks, were submitted to the laboratory along with all dispatched samples so as to ensure each run of 100 samples contains the full range of control materials. The CRMs were submitted as “blind” control samples not identifiable by the laboratory.

Sampling precision was monitored by selecting a sample interval likely to be mineralized and splitting the sample into two ¼ core duplicate samples over the same sample interval. These samples were consecutively numbered after the primary sample and recorded in the sample database as “field duplicates” and the primary sample number recorded. Field duplicates were collected at the rate of 1 in 20 samples when sampling mineralized drill core intervals. Random sampling precision was monitored by splitting samples at the sample crushing stage (coarse crush duplicate) and at the final sub-sampling stage for analysis (pulp duplicates). The coarse, jaw-crushed, reject material was split into two preparation duplicates, sometimes referred to as second cuts, crusher or preparation duplicates, which were then pulverized and analysed separately. These duplicate samples were selected randomly by the laboratory. Analytical precision was also monitored using pulp duplicates, sometimes referred to as replicates or repeats. Data from all three types of duplicate analyses was used to constrain sampling variance at different stages of the sampling and preparation process.

Examination of the QA/QC sample data indicates satisfactory performance of field sampling protocols and assay laboratories providing acceptable levels of precision and accuracy.

Verification of sampling and assaying

> The verification of significant intersections by either independent or alternative company personnel.

> The use of twinned holes.

> Documentation of primary data, data entry procedures, data verification, data storage (physical and electronic) protocols.

> Discuss any adjustment to assay data.

Multiple representatives of Piedmont Lithium, Inc. have inspected and verified the results.

CSA has conducted two site visits. Dennis Arne (Managing Director -Principal Consultant) toured the site, facilities and reviewed core logging and sampling workflow as well as Leon McGarry (Senior Resource Geologist). Each provided comments on how to improve our methods and have been addressed. Verification core samples were collected by Leon McGarry with assays pending.

No holes were twinned.

Ten-foot rods and core barrels were used, the core was converted from feet to meters. Li% was converted to Li2O by multiplying Li% by 2.153.

Location of data points

> Accuracy and quality of surveys used to locate drill holes (collar and down-hole surveys), trenches, mine workings and other locations used in Mineral Resource estimation.

> Specification of the grid system used.

> Quality and adequacy of topographic control.

Drill collars were located with the Trimble Geo 7 which resulted in accuracies <1m.

All coordinates were collected in State Plane and re-projected to Nad83 zone17 in which they are reported.

Drill hole surveying was performed on each hole using a REFLEX EZ-Trac multi-shot instrument. Readings were taken approx. every 15 meters (50 feet) and recorded depth, azimuth, and inclination.

Data spacing and distribution

> Data spacing for reporting of Exploration Results.

> Whether the data spacing and distribution is sufficient to establish the degree of geological and grade continuity appropriate for the Mineral Resource and Ore Reserve estimation procedure(s) and classifications applied.

> Whether sample compositing has been applied.

For selected areas, the drill spacing is approximately 40 to 80 m along strike and down dip. This spacing is sufficient to establish continuity in geology and grade for this pegmatite system.

Composite samples are reported in Li2O%, this is calculated by multiplying drill length by Li₂O for each sample; then the weighted averages for multiple samples are totalled and divided by the total drill length for the selected samples

Orientation of data in relation to geological structure

> Whether the orientation of sampling achieves unbiased sampling of possible structures and the extent to which this is known, considering the deposit type.

> If the relationship between the drilling orientation and the orientation of key mineralised structures is considered to have introduced a sampling bias, this should be assessed and reported if material.

The pegmatite dikes targeted trend northeast and dip to the southeast, drillholes were designed, oriented to the northwest with inclinations ranging from -45 to -80 degrees, to best intersect the tabular pegmatite bodies as close to perpendicularly as possible.

Sample security

> The measures taken to ensure sample security.

Drill core samples were shipped directly from the field by the project geologist in sealed rice bags or similar containers using a reputable transport company with shipment tracking capability so that a chain of custody can be maintained. Each bag was sealed with a security strap with a unique security number. The containers were locked in a shed if they were stored overnight at any point during transit, including at the drill site prior to shipping. The laboratory confirmed the integrity of the rice bag seals upon receipt

Audits or reviews

> The results of any audits or reviews of sampling techniques and data.

CSA Global developed a “Standard Operating Procedures” manual in preparation for the drilling program. CSA global reviews all logging and assay data, as well as merges all data in to database that is held off site.

CSA has conducted two site visits. Dennis Arne (Managing Director -Principal Consultant) toured the site and facilities as well as Leon McGarry (Senior Resource Geologist). Each provided comments on how to improve our methods and have been addressed. Verification core samples were collected by Leon McGarry with assays pending.

Section 2 Reporting of Exploration Results

Criteria	JORC Code explanation	Commentary
Mineral tenement and land tenure status	> Type, reference name/number, location and ownership including agreements or material issues with third parties such as joint ventures, partnerships, overriding royalties, native title interests, historical sites, wilderness or national park and environmental settings. > The security of the tenure held at the time of reporting along with any known impediments to obtaining a licence to operate in the area.	Piedmont, through its 100% owned subsidiary, Piedmont Lithium, Inc., has entered into exclusive option agreements with local landowners, which upon exercise, allows the Company to purchase (or long term lease) approximately 715 acres of surface property and the associated mineral rights from the local landowners. There are no known historical sites, wilderness or national parks located within the Project area and there are no known impediments to obtaining a licence to operate in this area.
Exploration done by other parties	> Acknowledgment and appraisal of exploration by other parties.	The Project is focused over an area that has been explored for lithium dating back to the 1950’s where it was originally explored by Lithium Corporation of America which was subsequently acquired by FMC Corporation. Most recently, North Arrow explored the Project in 2009 and 2010. North Arrow conducted surface sampling, field mapping, a ground magnetic survey and two diamond drilling programs for a total of 19 holes. Piedmont Lithium, Inc. has obtained North Arrow’s exploration data.
Geology	> Deposit type, geological setting and style of mineralisation.	Spodumene pegmatites, located near the litho tectonic boundary between the inner Piedmont and Kings Mountain belt. The mineralization is thought to be concurrent and cross-cutting dike swarms extending from the Cherryville granite, as the dikes progressed further from their sources, they became increasingly enriched in incompatible elements such as Li, tin (Sn). The dikes are considered to be unzoned.
Drill hole Information	> A summary of all information material to the understanding of the exploration results including a tabulation of the following information for all Material drill holes: > easting and northing of the drill hole collar > elevation or RL (Reduced Level – elevation above sea level in metres) of the drill hole collar > dip and azimuth of the hole > down hole length and interception depth > hole length. > If the exclusion of this information is justified on the basis that the information is not Material and this exclusion does not detract from the understanding of the report, the Competent Person should clearly explain why this is the case.	Details of all reported drill holes are provided in Appendix 1 of this report.
Data aggregation methods	> In reporting Exploration Results, weighting averaging techniques, maximum and/or minimum grade truncations (e.g. cutting of high grades) and cut-off grades are usually Material and should be stated. > Where aggregate intercepts incorporate short lengths of high grade results and longer lengths of low grade results, the procedure used for such aggregation should be stated and some typical examples of such aggregations should be shown in detail. > The assumptions used for any reporting of metal equivalent values should be clearly stated.	Weighted averaging was used in preparing the drill composites reported. Composites were reported for entire pegmatites, with additional high grade sub intervals reported from the same pegmatite. In the case where thin wall rock intervals were included, a value of 0% Li2O was used in the weighted averaging. Li% was converted to Li2O% by multiplying Li% by 2.153.
Relationship between mineralisation widths and intercept lengths	> These relationships are particularly important in the reporting of Exploration Results. > If the geometry of the mineralisation with respect to the drill hole angle is known, its nature should be reported. > If it is not known and only the down hole lengths are reported, there should be a clear statement to this effect (e.g. ‘down hole length, true width not known’).	Drill intercepts are reported as Li2O% over the drill length, not true thickness. The pegmatites targeted strike northeast-southwest and dip moderately to the southeast. All holes were drilled to the northwest and with inclinations ranging between -45 and -80
Diagrams	> Appropriate maps and sections (with scales) and tabulations of intercepts should be included for any significant discovery being reported These should include, but not be limited to a plan view of drill hole collar locations and appropriate sectional views.	Appropriate diagrams, including a drill plan map and cross-section, are included in the main body of this report.
Balanced reporting	> Where comprehensive reporting of all Exploration Results is not practicable, representative reporting of both low and high grades and/or widths should be practiced to avoid misleading reporting of Exploration Results.	All of the relevant exploration data for the Exploration Results and available at this time has been provided in this report.
Other substantive exploration data	> Other exploration data, if meaningful and material, should be reported including (but not limited to): geological observations; geophysical survey results; geochemical survey results; bulk samples – size and method of treatment; metallurgical test results; bulk density, groundwater, geotechnical and rock characteristics; potential deleterious or contaminating substances.	Eleven thin section samples were collected and submitted to Vancouver Petrographic for preparation, mineral identification and description. The Petrographic report identifies the primary mineralogy as quartz, plagioclase (albite), clinopyroxene (spodumene), K-spar and white mica. Variable amounts of alteration were identified in the pegmatite samples. One sample of the host rock was submitted and identified as a metadiorite. Thirteen samples from the Phase 1 drilling have been analysed by Semi Quantitative XRD (ME-LR-MIN-MET-MN-DO3) by SGS Mineral Services. Within all thirteen samples, spodumene was identified. Spodumene ranged between 5 and 38.6 wt%. The primary mineralogy of the pegmatite was identified as quartz, albite, spodumene, microcline and muscovite. Bulk Densities are collected from each of the Phase II drill holes (one host rock and one mineralized rock) using analyses code GPHY04V. Composite samples of ore intercepts from the Phase 1 drilling have been submitted to North Carolina State Minerals Research Lab for bench scale spodumene concentrate testing. Results pending.
Further work	> The nature and scale of planned further work (e.g. tests for lateral extensions or depth extensions or large-scale step-out drilling). > Diagrams clearly highlighting the areas of possible extensions, including the main geological interpretations and future drilling areas, provided this information is not commercially sensitive.	The Phase 2 drilling program of 93 holes totalling 12,262m has been completed. After evaluation of all of the Phase 2 data Piedmont may decide to conduct additional drilling to define the Company’s maiden Mineral Resource estimate in early-2018.

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Piedmont Continues Aggressive Land Strategy

May 7, 2021November 14, 2017 by Sarah Wells

– Piedmont has further increased its land position at the Project by 26% to a total of 903 acres

– First mover land position within the historic Tin-Spodumene Belt in North Carolina, United States

– Final assay results from Phase 2 drilling campaign due in the coming weeks

NEW YORK, Nov. 14, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — Piedmont Lithium Limited (ASX: PLL; OTC – Nasdaq International: PLLLY) (“Piedmont” or “Company”) is pleased to advise that the Company has increased its lithium mineral rights by 188 acres through additional land option and acquisition agreements signed with local landowners in the Carolina Tin-Spodumene Belt (“TSB“) in North Carolina, United States.

Piedmont Lithium Additional Land Option and Purchase Agreements

The Piedmont Lithium Project (“Project“) now encompasses approximately 903 acres within the TSB, representing a 118% increase in the Company’s initial land holding as announced to the Australian Securities Exchange (“ASX“) on 27 September 2016. Piedmont’s strategy is to consolidate the region between the newly optioned and historical landholdings, with all additional landholdings highly prospective for spodumene bearing pegmatite.

During initial prospecting, an area of multiple spodumene bearing float blocks was identified on one of the new properties. The blocks range up to 1 meter in scale. Grab samples have been collected and submitted to the lab for analysis. Prospecting and soil sampling are planned for all of the new properties in order to identify high priority drill targets.

Piedmont, through its 100% owned U.S. subsidiary, Piedmont Lithium Inc., has entered into exclusive option agreements and land acquisition agreements with local landowners, which upon exercise, allow the Company to purchase (or in some cases long-term lease) approximately 903 acres of surface property and the associated mineral rights. The new properties optioned have been secured on substantially the same terms as the Company’s existing option agreements.

Keith D. Phillips, President and Chief Executive Officer, said, “These strategic land acquisitions are on-trend and should enable us to grow mineral resources over time, ultimately leading to greater throughput and a longer mine life. These latest agreements increase our land holdings in the prolific Carolina Tin-Spodumene Belt by over 26%, and we are in conversations with many other landowners to further consolidate our position in the region.”

Piedmont is also pleased to report that its first ADRs were traded on the OTC Market last week as a member of the Nasdaq International Designation, after completion of the customary regulatory review process. Mr. Phillips commented, “We are very pleased that our ADRs commenced trading last week and hope to develop substantial liquidity on the Nasdaq OTC prior to our full US listing early in 2018. With a US asset and a US-based management team, we expect to develop a very strong following in the US capital markets as a complement to our strong base with the ASX.”

For further information, contact:

Keith D. Phillips	Anastasios (Taso) Arima
President & CEO	Executive Director
T: +1 973 809 0505	T: +1 347 899 1522
E: keith@piedmontlithium.com	E: taso@piedmontlithium.com

About Piedmont Lithium

Piedmont Lithium Ltd holds a 100% interest in the Piedmont Lithium Project (“Project“) which is located within the world-class Carolina Tin-Spodumene Belt (“TSB“), and along trend to the Hallman Beam and Kings Mountain mines, historically providing most of the western world’s lithium between 1950 and 1990. The TSB is one of the premier localities in the world to be exploring for lithium pegmatites given its history of lithium bearing spodumene mining, favourable geology and ideal location with easy access to infrastructure, power, R&D centres for lithium and battery storage, major high-tech population centres and downstream lithium processing facilities.

The TSB has previously been described as one of the largest lithium provinces in the world and is located approximately 40 kilometers west of Charlotte, North Carolina, United States. The TSB was the most important lithium producing region in the western world prior to the establishment of the brine operations in Chile in the late 1990’s. The TSB extends over approximately 60 kilometers in length and reaches a maximum width of approximately 1.6 kilometers.

The Project was originally explored by Lithium Corporation of America which eventually was acquired by FMC Corporation (“FMC“). FMC and Albemarle Corporation (“Albemarle“) both historically mined the lithium bearing spodumene pegmatites from the TSB with the historic Kings Mountain lithium mine being described as one of the richest spodumene deposits in the world by Albemarle. These two mines and their respective metallurgy also formed the basis for the design of the two lithium processing facilities in the region which were the first modern spodumene processing facilities in the western world.

Forward Looking Statements

Competent Persons Statement

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