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December 20, 2021– TheNewswire - Vancouver, British Columbia - BearingLithium Corp. (“ Bearing ”or the “ Company ”) (TSXV:BRZ) (OTC:BLILF) announces that the release of theupdated Definitive Feasibility Study (DFS) for the Maricunga ProjectStage One development previously announced for mid-December 2021 hasbeen moved to mid-January 2022.
The dynamics and positive performance of the lithiummarket during the last 12 months have had a positive impact onexpected market conditions. Wood Mackenzie (previously Roskill),MSB’s market advisor, has recommended updating the market chapter inthe DFS to correctly reflect new perspectives that have emerged duringthe last six months. The report is now undergoing an internal approvalprocess within Worley Parsons (DFS Author), for its signature, beforeit can be released. When coupled with the Christmas/New Year break andthe requirement for a NI 43-101 sign-off, the release of the updatedDFS should be no later than the end of January 2022.
Minera Salar Blanco (“MSB”) ofthe Maricunga Project CEO Cristobal Garcia - Huidobrocommented:
“We understand that the market expected the DFS to bereleased in mid-December 2021. However, the impact of new perspectivesfor the lithium market, and the effect they have on the supply/demandbalance included on the financial model, led us to delay the releaseof the report. Notwithstanding this minor delay, we expect that themarket will be satisfied with its technical quality and the projecteconomics.”
Bearing Lithium Corp. is a lithium-focused mineralexploration and development company. Its primary asset is a 17.14%interest in the Maricunga Lithium Brine Project in Chile. TheMaricunga Project represents one of the highest-grade lithium brinesalars globally and the only pre-production project in Chile. Over million has been invested in the Maricunga Project to date.
ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD
Signed "GilPlayford”
Gil Playford, Chairman
gplayford@bearinglithium.com
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