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Management

Surge Announces Global Engineering Leader Fluor Corporation to Lead Pre-Feasibility Study at Nevada North Lithium Project

Surge Battery Metals Taps Fluor for $9 Billion Project as Recent $25 Million Financing Falls Underwater

By The Northwire Desk — AI Analysis Feb 09, 2026 · 07:01 NILI · 0.68 Surge Battery Metals Inc.
Executive Summary

The most recent news (February 9, 2026) announces that Surge’s joint venture entity, Nevada North Lithium LLC, has selected Fluor Corporation to lead the Pre-Feasibility Study (PFS) for the Nevada North Lithium Project (NNLP). The PFS is scheduled for completion in Q4 2026. Fluor will lead a consortium including Kemetco Research (Metallurgy), Independent Mining Consultants (Mining), and Call & Nicholas (Geotechnical). Simultaneously, the company appointed Tu Lieu as Chief Financial Officer, promoting him from his previous role as VP of Finance.

Material Impact
  • Selection of Fluor: This is a significant de-risking milestone. Engaging a Tier-1 global engineering firm like Fluor provides credibility to the capital estimates and project design of the NNLP. However, it is a routine step in the lifecycle of a project that has already released a Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA). It confirms the project is moving toward development but does not change the underlying geological or economic data.
  • PFS Timeline: The Q4 2026 target for the PFS suggests a long lead time (20+ months), which may test investor patience in a volatile lithium market.
  • CFO Appointment: The promotion of Tu Lieu appears to be an internal succession move aimed at continuity as the company transitions from exploration to technical feasibility studies.
  • Financing Context: The news comes just days after closing a massive $25 million financing at $0.90 per unit. With the current price at $0.68, the recent investors are already down 24% on their position, which may create significant overhead resistance.
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Company Overview

Surge Battery Metals is focused on the Nevada North Lithium Project (NNLP) in Elko County, Nevada. - Flagship Project: NNLP is a lithium claystone deposit characterized by some of the highest grades in the United States. - PEA Highlights: $9.21 billion after-tax NPV8, 22.8% IRR, 42-year mine life, and 86,300 tonnes average annual LCE production. - Ownership: Operated through a Joint Venture (NNL LLC) with Evolution Mining Limited.

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