Latest Supply Chain Independence News

Bayan Mining and US Critical Materials have signed a non-binding MoU to develop rare-earth processing technologies licensed from the Colorado School of Mines, targeting high-grade mineralisation at the Sheep Creek Project in Montana. The collaboration aims to support a US-based rare earth supply chain with potential strategic investment on the horizon.

Temas Resources Corp has opted to reduce its financial reporting frequency, moving from quarterly to semi-annual reports under a Canadian Securities Exchange pilot program. This change aligns with its status as a venture issuer and reflects its ongoing focus on proprietary processing technology and mineral projects.

Temas Resources has reported significant assay results from its 2025 drilling at the La Blache Project, revealing thick zones rich in gallium, scandium, and chromium alongside titanium, vanadium, and iron. The company’s proprietary RCL technology promises to unlock additional value from this multi-element mineralisation.

6K Additive has secured a US$1.95 million Phase II contract from a U.S. defense agency to develop domestic recycling of critical strategic metals into high-value powders, aiming to reduce reliance on foreign imports.

St George Mining has announced a significant 75% increase in the Mineral Resource Estimate for its Araxá Rare Earths-Niobium Project in Brazil, reinforcing its Tier 1 status and underpinning future development plans.

IperionX has completed commissioning of its titanium powder and component manufacturing facilities, setting the stage for a major production scale-up backed by US Department of War funding. The company is progressing commercial contracts and advancing its critical minerals project in Tennessee.

Euro Manganese has confirmed no material changes in its operations amid recent spikes in market activity, reassuring investors and regulators alike.

Euro Manganese has amended its financing agreements with Orion Resource Partners, allowing loan conversion into royalties and extending project milestones to mid-2026, reinforcing cooperation as it advances its European manganese project.

American Rare Earths has appointed mining veteran Mark Wall as CEO to lead its transition from exploration to production, focusing on advancing its flagship Halleck Creek project and expanding its U.S. market presence.

Li-S Energy has accelerated its transition from research to manufacturing with a $7.8 million ARENA grant, new commercial partnerships, and plans for a large-scale production facility.

Locksley Resources has partnered with Columbia University to develop cutting-edge, sustainable technologies for rare earth and critical mineral processing in the US, advancing its Mine-to-Market strategy amid growing government support.

Locksley Resources has received a non-binding Letter of Interest from the U.S. Export-Import Bank indicating potential financing support of up to US$191 million for its Mojave Project, aligning with U.S. efforts to rebuild domestic critical minerals supply chains.