American Resources’ ReElement announces gallium, terbium production

American Resources (AREC)’ ReElement Technologies announced the production of ultra-high-purity gallium and terbium from defense-related feedstocks provided by key U.S. defense contractors. Mark Jensen, CEO of ReElement Technologies commented, “Our platform continues to demonstrate unmatched versatility and performance in the global marketplace, enabling us to produce ultra-pure critical minerals required by the U.S. defense sector and broader high-tech industries. We take a collaborative approach – inviting partners to send their materials to us for evaluation and refinement. Multiple defense clients have recently visited our facility, validated our process firsthand, and are now converting those evaluations into commercial opportunities. There’s a significant amount of legacy material within the defense industry that has been historically landfilled. Now we can economically recover and refine these metals at a cost structure competitive with or even below Chinese suppliers. This is a transformative development for the sector. ReElement is currently processing a range of unique feedstocks containing terbium, gallium, germanium, yttrium, gadolinium, tantalum, and SEG+ materials. The company consistently achieves purities of 99.5% to 99.999% based on customer requirements. Our goal is to offer U.S.-sourced refined products that meet or exceed quality and price expectations.” Jensen added, “Control of the midstream is essential to rebuilding America’s competitive position in the global critical mineral supply chain.”