Atlas Lithium CEO to Speak at Giga USA 2026, Highlighting ATCX’s 20% Stake in Critical Minerals
ATCX•Atlas Lithium’s CEO will present at Benchmark Giga USA 2026 on June 9-10 in Washington, projecting strategic expansions in Brazilian critical minerals supply. Atlas Lithium holds a 20% stake in Atlas Critical Minerals, exposing ATCX to rare earths, graphite, and titanium assets vital to AI, energy transition, and defense markets.
1. CEO Conference Address
Marc Fogassa, CEO and Chairman of Atlas Lithium, will deliver a keynote titled “The Growing Role of Brazilian Critical Minerals in Securing Global Supply” at Benchmark Giga USA 2026 on June 9-10 in Washington, D.C., targeting electrification and defense supply chains.
2. Neves Project Economics
The Neves lithium project in Brazil has secured all key permits and achieved a 145% IRR with an 11-month payback in its Definitive Feasibility Study, with its modular processing plant now on site ready for assembly to support near-term production.
3. Mitsui Investment and Modular Plant
Atlas Lithium secured a $30 million investment from Mitsui & Co., one of Japan’s premier conglomerates, and has transported its dense media separation plant to Brazil, marking the completion of critical logistical milestones ahead of project implementation.
4. ATCX Stake and Portfolio Exposure
Through its approximately 20% ownership stake in Atlas Critical Minerals, Atlas Lithium extends its strategic exposure to rare earths, graphite, and titanium assets, enhancing ATCX’s portfolio relevance to the AI revolution, energy transition, and defense applications.




