International Battery Metals Ltd. (“IBAT” or the “Company”) (TSXV: IBAT) & (OTCQB: IBATF), an advanced technology provider of modular direct lithium extraction (DLE) systems, today announced that Garrett Galloway, Senior Vice President of Corporate Development, was appointed as an executive officer of the Company, effective April 6, 2026. Mr. Galloway joined IBAT in May 2025 overseeing growth initiatives including business development activities, strategic partnerships and transactions, finance initiatives and investor relations.

Joseph A. Mills, Chief Executive Officer of IBAT, commented:

“As we advance the commercialization of our proprietary direct lithium extraction technology, Garrett's role in driving strategic partnerships and capital markets initiatives has become increasingly central to our operations. Mr. Galloway’s appointment as an executive officer reflects the importance of corporate development to IBAT's growth strategy.”

Galloway has over 15 years of experience in the energy industry, including multiple finance positions and has overseen the consummation of complex transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, strategic partnerships and debt and equity financing transactions. Prior to joining IBAT, Mr. Galloway served as Vice President of Finance at QuarterNorth Energy and had prior management experience at other private and public energy companies. He began his career in BOK Financial's energy group. Mr. Galloway holds a bachelor's degree in business and finance from the University of Alabama.

About International Battery Metals Ltd.

International Battery Metals Ltd. is a direct lithium extraction technology company focused on advancing the development of lithium from brine resources. The Company delivers a proprietary DLE process through a modular plant design and architecture built around its media and column systems. Depending on customer requirements, IBAT integrates its DLE process into existing customer flowsheets or specifications or delivers a full flowsheet solution using its proprietary DLE design in conjunction with strategic partnerships. With operational field deployment experience, International Battery Metals is positioned to support the next phase of lithium project development as global battery demand continues to expand. The Company is headquartered in Houston, Texas. For more information, click here

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Garrett's role in driving strategic partnerships and capital markets initiatives has become increasingly central to our operations.