Roundup – Critical Raw Materials News of Week 28
MP Materials has entered a strategic partnership with the Department of Defense to strengthen domestic rare earth and magnet supply chains.
Roundup – Critical Raw Materials News of Week 28
Economy
China’s Raw Materials Strategy PutsWestern Industry Under Pressure
China’s Raw Materials Strategy PutsWestern Industry Under Pressure
In collaboration with the raw materials trading company TRADIUM GmbH, we have analyzed the key developments in the United States, China, and Europe and assessed their effects on international commodity markets.
Pentagon to Become Largest Shareholder in MP Materials
Pentagon to Become Largest Shareholder in MP Materials
The U.S. Department of Defense is set to become the largest shareholder in MP Materials, operator of the only rare earth mine currently active in the United States.
Arafura: German Funding for Rare Earths from Australia?
Arafura: German Funding for Rare Earths from Australia?
Mining Company Applies for Support from Germany’s Raw Materials Fund.
Rare Earth Magnet Recycling: Mkango Reports Progress
Rare Earth Magnet Recycling: Mkango Reports Progress
First production facility for sintered rare earth magnets launches in the UK.
Roundup – Critical Raw Materials News of Week 27
Roundup – Critical Raw Materials News of Week 27
This week saw numerous new initiatives aimed at strengthening access to critical resources.