Oxleigh – A Showcase of Growth
Black mass and sulfur (left) are used to produce valuable metals including nickel, manganese and cobalt (right). Photo Credit: Oxleigh
Origins and Intent
Oxleigh began with a clear intent: to explore new pathways for processing black mass, the byproduct of battery recycling. The goal was focused yet ambitious—find a technically viable and economically scalable method to unlock value from materials previously considered uneconomic.
Discovery to Breakthrough
Through the discovery phase, the team identified a novel approach that not only addressed the original challenge but revealed a new class of chemistry and process engineering. What began as a problem-solving exercise evolved into the foundations of a platform technology—one capable of serving multiple industries and addressing broader challenges.
Recognition as a Platform Technology
As the technology matured, its scope widened. It became clear that the solution was not just about black mass—it was a generalizable process for critical minerals. The adaptability of the platform meant it could expand into processing nickel, cobalt, lithium, and other essential minerals central to the energy transition.
Disruptive Capability – Modular Sulphuric Acid
The true step-change came with the recognition that the process could deliver sulphuric acid in modular form. Traditionally, access to sulphuric acid has constrained mining operations, particularly in remote regions. Large-scale plants required significant capital investment, making them inaccessible for many operators. Oxleigh’s modular approach flips that dynamic:
It unlocks stranded mineral assets previously considered uneconomic.
It removes the dependency on mega-scale plants, bringing scalability down to practical, capital-efficient modules.
It provides operating mines with a direct, on-site, economic sulphuric acid supply—a game-changer for the industry.
Scimita’s Role – Steering Deep Tech Innovation
At every stage, Scimita, as a Deep Tech Innovation House, has steered the technical development. By applying disciplined innovation processes and bridging critical technical and commercial gaps, Scimita ensured the technology moved from concept to scalable pathway.
Today – Capital Interest and Momentum
Today, Oxleigh has captured the attention of capital providers globally. Investors recognize not only the technical breakthrough but also the commercial impact of a platform technology that:
Unlocks new sources of critical minerals.
Provides modular, economic solutions for sulphuric acid production.
Supports the global transition to cleaner, more efficient resource processing.
Oxleigh is no longer just an idea. It is a disruptive capability with enormous commercial potential, one that demonstrates how deep tech innovation, when guided by structured processes, can transform industries and attract world-class capital interest.
This is deep tech at work—transforming challenges into disruptive capability.
At Scimita, we’ve steered the technical development, bridging critical gaps from early innovation through to commercial readiness. The result? Enormous interest from global capital who see the impact this technology will have on the resources sector.
Call to Action: If you’re a capital provider, corporate, or policymaker looking to unlock the next wave of deep tech-driven growth, let’s talk.
A Deep Tech Innovation House like Scimita can help accelerate your innovation pathway, derisk technical progress, and create investable outcomes.
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