Latest Us Department Of Defense Funding News

Lodestar Minerals has agreed to acquire a major heavy rare earth element project in Arizona, positioning itself near the US's only active rare earth mine amid tightening Chinese export controls. The $3.25 million placement backs immediate exploration plans.

Resolution Minerals has expanded its critical minerals footprint with the acquisition of the Horse Heaven Project in Idaho, complementing its Australian assets and setting the stage for a NASDAQ listing.

International Graphite Limited (ASX, IG6) has signed a cooperation agreement to develop a 3,000 t/y expandable graphite facility in Germany, advancing its global footprint alongside progress at its Collie micronising plant and Springdale project, supported by potential US Department of Defense funding.

EcoGraf Limited has advanced its vertically integrated battery anode materials business with a US$105 million financing mandate for its Epanko Graphite Mine and positive momentum in US and EU government support.

Bio-Gene Technology Limited is progressing its development of two novel insecticidal compounds, Qcide and Flavocide, targeting major global markets with strong commercial validation and significant US Department of Defense funding.