Standard Lithium Ltd. Strengthens Leadership Team with Appointment of Michael Lutgring as General Counsel

Standard Lithium Ltd. (NYSE American: SLI), a company on the brink of commercial lithium production, has announced the appointment of Michael Lutgring as its new General Counsel, effective August 18, 2025. This strategic addition to the senior leadership team is expected to bolster the company's legal framework as it continues to expand its operations in the sustainable lithium sector. CEO David Park expressed confidence in Lutgring's extensive legal expertise, highlighting its importance in supporting the company's growth trajectory and its status as a public entity.

The company is at the forefront of developing high-grade lithium-brine properties in the United States, with a focus on sustainability and efficiency. Its projects, particularly in the Smackover Formation spanning Arkansas and Texas, are notable for their high-grade resources and strategic partnerships, such as with Equinor ASA for the South West Arkansas project. Standard Lithium's approach to lithium production emphasizes the use of a scalable Direct Lithium Extraction and purification process, aiming to set a benchmark for environmental responsibility in the industry.

For further details on this announcement, interested parties can refer to the full press release available here. Standard Lithium's commitment to advancing its projects and strengthening its leadership team reflects its ambition to lead in the sustainable production of lithium, a critical component in the global transition to renewable energy sources.