International Battery Metals Ltd. announced the appointment of Douglas Smith as Chief Financial Officer, effective December 11, 2023. Mr. Smith joins the Company with over 30 years of experience working with high growth companies, including experience in oilfield services and seismic survey companies which geographically overlap with the worlds' lithium resources. Mr. Smith will be responsible for the accounting, audit, tax and financing plans as they mobilize the Company's production facilities.

Mr. Smith replaces Daniel H. Christie in his role of Interim CFO. Mr. Christie will continue to work with the Company until the end of the year in order to transition the role.