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Syrah Resources Ltd (ASX: SYR) announced that Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ: TSLA) has withdrawn its intention to terminate a long-term graphite supply agreement after the Australian mining company demonstrated significant progress in addressing product quality concerns. The update sparked strong investor confidence, sending Syrah Resources shares soaring by 38% in Monday trading.
The development marks a major breakthrough in the ongoing dispute between Tesla and Syrah Resources, which has been under scrutiny since mid-2025. Tesla had previously issued a default notice to Syrah in July 2025, claiming that graphite samples produced at the company’s Vidalia facility in Louisiana did not meet the required specifications for use in electric vehicle battery production.
According to Syrah Resources, Tesla acknowledged that the company successfully produced natural graphite active anode material samples that conform to the agreed standards. As a result, the electric vehicle manufacturer decided to withdraw its notice of intent to terminate the graphite offtake agreement.
The partnership between Tesla and Syrah dates back to 2021, when the companies signed an agreement for Syrah to supply 8,000 metric tons of graphite anode materials from its Vidalia plant. The materials are a critical component in lithium-ion batteries used in electric vehicles, making the deal strategically important for both companies.
Over the past year, the disagreement over product quality led to several rounds of negotiations. The deadline for resolving the alleged supply default was extended four separate times, highlighting the importance of maintaining the commercial relationship while technical issues were being addressed.
The resolution of the dispute provides a positive outlook for Syrah Resources as it continues to expand its role in the electric vehicle battery supply chain. It also helps secure a key source of battery materials for Tesla as demand for EV production continues to grow globally.
Investors reacted positively to the news, viewing Tesla’s decision as a sign of confidence in Syrah’s ability to meet quality and production requirements moving forward.
