International Battery Metals Ltd. Announces Promotion of Don Bender to Vice President of Technology

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VANCOUVER, British Columbia & PLANO, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov 3, 2025--

International Battery Metals Ltd. (“IBAT”) (TSXV: IBAT) & (OTCQB: IBATF), an advanced technology provider of modular direct lithium extraction (DLE) systems, today announced the promotion of Don Bender to Vice President of Technology. Bender previously served as the Company’s Director of Engineering.

Joseph Mills, Chief Executive Officer of IBAT, commented:

“Don has been instrumental in advancing our modular DLE platform from concept to commercial readiness. His technical leadership, creativity and deep understanding of our critical process design and technology have helped position IBAT as a leader in sustainable lithium extraction. This promotion reflects not only his exceptional contributions but also our confidence in his ability to continue driving innovation across our operations.”

In his new role, Bender will lead IBAT’s engineering and technology initiatives with a focus on advancing the Company’s patented modular direct lithium extraction (MDLE) technology. He will continue to play a central role in improving and further developing IBAT’s unique technology, optimizing MDLE system performance, scaling production capacity and supporting IBAT’s global deployment plans.

Bender has more than 24 years of experience in engineering and process systems development with a proven track record of leading multidisciplinary teams in high-growth technology environments.

About International Battery Metals Ltd.

IBAT's direct lithium extraction technology is based on proprietary lithium extraction media housed in patented extraction columns. The columns are enclosed in modular, transportable skid mounted platforms that can be transported and commissioned into production within a reasonably short time frame.

Utilizing the patented technology, the Company's focus has been on advancing extraction of lithium chloride from ground water salt brine and produced water deposits. The Company's unique patented technology ensures efficient delivery of lithium chloride while ensuring minimal environmental impact.

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