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THE AUTHOR

Cole Morace

Cole Morace has over 20 years of experience in the metals recycling and mining industry. He is the founder of Quest Metals which aims to revolutionize the sustainable recycling of metal scrap from aerospace, aviation, and gas turbines.

With an unwavering dedication to sustainability, Cole ensures that turbine scraps find new life, reducing waste and promoting environmental responsibility. Trust in him to provide top-notch turbine scrap recycling solutions that meet industry standards and exceed expectations.

Cole Morace, President of Quest Alloys & Metals
China Imposes Export Controls On Critical Minerals Ahead Of Xi-Trump Meet
October 13, 2025

China Imposes Export Controls On Critical Minerals Ahead Of Xi-Trump Meet

In a move that has significantly heightened tensions in global diplomacy and trade, China’s decision to tighten export restrictions on rare earth elements has sent...

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Vietnam’s Critical Mineral Renaissance
October 13, 2025

Vietnam’s Critical Mineral Renaissance

As the global push toward renewable energy, electric vehicles (EVs), and clean technologies accelerates, the demand for critical minerals has reached unprecedented levels. Central to...

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The End of Copper Surplus
October 9, 2025

The End of Copper Surplus

Supply-Side Pressures: A Constrained Pipeline The copper market's fundamental narrative is undergoing a dramatic transformation. For years, the market has been characterized by a perception...

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How Indium’s Price is Tied to Zinc Mining Production
October 9, 2025

How Indium’s Price is Tied to Zinc Mining Production

Indium’s unique chemical properties make it irreplaceable in modern electronics, but it is only present at trace levels in nature, mainly substituting for zinc within...

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China Rare Earth Exports Decline
October 6, 2025

China Rare Earth Exports Decline

The 2025 rare earth element (REE) market was not characterized by a broad decline in Chinese exports, but rather by deliberate, policy-driven volatility against a...

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Tantalum: the Conflict Mineral
October 6, 2025

Tantalum: the Conflict Mineral

Tantalum sits quietly at the center of the digital age. This rare, hard, blue-gray metal is prized for its exceptional resistance to heat, wear, and...

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Australia Looks to Become a Gallium Leader
October 2, 2025

Australia Looks to Become a Gallium Leader

Australia's strategy benefits from several strengths, including a large and long-life bauxite and alumina base that facilitates by-product recovery at a low incremental cost. The...

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What Does Tantalum Scrap Metal Look Like
October 2, 2025

What Does Tantalum Scrap Metal Look Like

Tantalum is a rare, hard, blue-gray metal with exceptional properties that make it a foundational component of numerous high-technology applications. It is part of the...

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Superalloy: A Breakdown of Nickel, Cobalt, and Iron-Based Families
September 29, 2025

Superalloy: A Breakdown of Nickel, Cobalt, and Iron-Based Families

Superalloys are metallic materials designed to perform reliably at a significant fraction of their melting point, where most conventional alloys fail. Unlike steels and aluminums...

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Indonesia Sets Up New Mineral Industry Agency to Oversee Rare Earths Development
September 29, 2025

Indonesia Sets Up New Mineral Industry Agency to Oversee Rare Earths Development

Indonesia is entering a new phase of resource industrialization. Building on the success of the 2020 raw nickel ore export ban, which catalyzed billions in...

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Why Only One Country Produces All REE
September 29, 2025

Why Only One Country Produces All REE

A distinctive and troubling characteristic of rare earth element (REE) production is its staggering waste footprint. For every single ton of rare earth oxide produced,...

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China’s Rare Earth Exports Jump
September 25, 2025

China’s Rare Earth Exports Jump

The recent increase in China's rare earth exports is a notable event, but its significance can only be understood by examining the specific data. While...

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AI's Hunger For Copper
September 25, 2025

AI's Hunger For Copper

The infrastructure supporting AI workloads represents a significant paradigm shift from that of traditional data centers. While both types of facilities house similar components like...

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China Cracks Down On Foreign Companies Stockpiling Rare Earths
September 25, 2025

China Cracks Down On Foreign Companies Stockpiling Rare Earths

In early 2025, China launched a sweeping crackdown on foreign companies it accused of stockpiling rare earths, sending shockwaves through global supply chains. The move...

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The Chinese and Russian Spheres of Control in Global Antimony Refining
September 22, 2025

The Chinese and Russian Spheres of Control in Global Antimony Refining

The global antimony refining market is primarily dominated by China and Russia, which together form a near duopoly in this sector. In China, the market...

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China’s Dominance In Rare Earths Is Less Absolute Than It Appears
September 22, 2025

China’s Dominance In Rare Earths Is Less Absolute Than It Appears

Beijing currently holds a dominant position in the rare earths market, but its strategic use of these materials as a geopolitical tool is prompting a...

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The Ruthenium And Rhodium Revival
September 22, 2025

The Ruthenium And Rhodium Revival

The prevailing market sentiment for both rhodium and ruthenium is one of renewed optimism, marking a distinct "revival" in their respective markets. This positive momentum...

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Antimony Mining Market: Experiencing Rapid Growth as a Result of Growing Demand
September 18, 2025

Antimony Mining Market: Experiencing Rapid Growth as a Result of Growing Demand

The global antimony market is undergoing a period of robust expansion, characterized by diverse valuations and growth projections depending on the scope of analysis. In...

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Energy Department Secures American Critical Minerals and Materials Supply Chain
September 18, 2025

Energy Department Secures American Critical Minerals and Materials Supply Chain

The DOE's announcement of nearly $1 billion in funding opportunities is a pivotal yet singular component of a much wider, multifaceted federal strategy to secure...

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Impact of China’s Antimony Export Ban on the Global Industry
September 18, 2025

Impact of China’s Antimony Export Ban on the Global Industry

China, historically the world's dominant producer and exporter of antimony, has strategically tightened its control over this critical mineral, leading to profound disruptions across global...

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UN Meeting Closes with No Moratorium on Deep-Sea Mining for Critical Minerals
September 15, 2025

UN Meeting Closes with No Moratorium on Deep-Sea Mining for Critical Minerals

The 30th session of the International Seabed Authority recently concluded in Jamaica without an agreement to establish a moratorium on deep-sea mining, a decision that...

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Malaysia Clarifies Rare Earths Export Policy: No Exclusive Rights for US
September 15, 2025

Malaysia Clarifies Rare Earths Export Policy: No Exclusive Rights for US

On August 4, 2025, Malaysia’s Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry, Tengku Zafrul, clarified in Parliament that the country’s agreement to export rare earth elements...

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U.S. Mulls Rare Earth Price Floor to Boost Domestic Output
September 15, 2025

U.S. Mulls Rare Earth Price Floor to Boost Domestic Output

The United States is highly dependent on foreign sources, primarily China, for critical rare earth elements, which are vital for defense systems, clean energy, and...

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Primary and Secondary Production of Antimony
September 11, 2025

Primary and Secondary Production of Antimony

Antimony's essential applications span a wide range of industries. A significant portion of global consumption, accounting for 39% in the U.S. in 2024, is dedicated...

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Surprising Sources of Antimony
September 11, 2025

Surprising Sources of Antimony

Antimony is a critical metalloid, a semi-metallic element prized for its unique properties. It imparts fire resistance to materials, hardens alloys, and exhibits valuable semi-conductive...

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