VANCOUVER, BC AND HOUSTON, TX / ACCESS Newswire / May 5, 2026 / International Battery Metals Ltd. ("IBAT") (TSXV:IBAT)(OTCQB:IBATF), an advanced technology provider of modular direct lithium extraction (DLE) systems, today announced Joseph Mills, Chief Executive Officer, will present at the Sidoti Micro Cap Conference on Wednesday, May 20, 2026.

Details:

DATE: Wednesday, May 20, 2026

TIME: 10:45 - 11:15 am ET

LINK: https://sidoti.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Nyb4nOPpQeStDlj5XBfvNA

1x1 Meetings: IBAT's management will be available for virtual 1:1 meetings on May 20 and 21, 2026.

If attendees are not able to join the event live on the day of the conference, an archived webcast will also be made available after the event.

About International Battery Metals Ltd.

IBAT's direct lithium extraction technology is based on proprietary lithium extraction media housed in patented extraction columns. The columns are enclosed in modular, transportable skid mounted platforms that can be transported and commissioned into production within a reasonably short time frame.

Utilizing the patented technology, the Company's focus has been on advancing extraction of lithium chloride from ground water salt brine and produced water deposits. The Company's unique patented technology ensures efficient delivery of lithium chloride while ensuring minimal environmental impact.

Neither the TSXV, the OTCQB nor their respective Regulation Services Providers accept responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release.

Investor Relations contacts:

Brian Siegel, IRC, MBA
Senior Managing Director
Hayden IR
(346) 396-8696
brian@haydenir.com

SOURCE: International Battery Metals Ltd.