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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
U.S. and Uzbekistan Sign Critical Minerals Pact
February 23, 2026

U.S. and Uzbekistan Sign Critical Minerals Pact

The pact, reported on February 18 and subsequently updated, establishes a “Joint Investment Framework” between Uzbekistan and the U.S. International Development Finance Corp (DFC). On...

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Global Titanium Resources
February 23, 2026

Global Titanium Resources

Titanium is a highly valued material due to its unique combination of properties, including light weight, high strength, metallic luster, and resilience in extreme temperatures...

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Industry Insight: The Demand for Zirconium
February 23, 2026

Industry Insight: The Demand for Zirconium

Zirconium’s Rising Demand Across Sectors Baddeleyite: Mineral information, data...</p>
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Tungsten Prices Soar to Amidst Chinese Export Curbs and Global Supply Tightness
February 19, 2026

Tungsten Prices Soar to Amidst Chinese Export Curbs and Global Supply Tightness

In a year marked by significant disruptions in the global supply chain, tungsten prices have climbed to unprecedented levels, driven by a combination of Chinese...

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Which Materials Are Critical To Airframe Supply Chains
February 19, 2026

Which Materials Are Critical To Airframe Supply Chains

In an era where the speed of technological advancement in aerospace mirrors that of international competition, critical minerals have emerged as the unsung heroes propelling...

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U.S. And Argentina’s $130 Billion Critical Minerals Deal
February 19, 2026

U.S. And Argentina’s $130 Billion Critical Minerals Deal

The February 2026 agreement underscores a vital geopolitical realignment. For the United States, securing access to Argentina’s critical minerals strengthens supply chains critical to advancing...

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Will Project Vault Launch A Minerals Hoarding Race
February 16, 2026

Will Project Vault Launch A Minerals Hoarding Race

Project Vault is one of the most consequential U.S. critical-minerals moves in years, not because it discovers a new supply, but because it changes the...

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Hafnium Production Breakthrough Achieves Revolutionary 2600% Grade Enhancement
February 16, 2026

Hafnium Production Breakthrough Achieves Revolutionary 2600% Grade Enhancement

In a significant advance for the global critical minerals industry, recent metallurgical advances have achieved unprecedented efficiency in hafnium extraction via low-cost, chemical-free gravity separation...

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US Must Ramp Up Titanium Capacity To Avoid Squeeze
February 12, 2026

US Must Ramp Up Titanium Capacity To Avoid Squeeze

While lithium, copper, and gold dominate the headlines in critical mineral discussions, titanium is emerging from the periphery as a strategically vital resource, particularly in...

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US Mineral Supply Chains Remain Exposed To China: USGS Report
February 12, 2026

US Mineral Supply Chains Remain Exposed To China: USGS Report

The United States is increasingly dependent on foreign sources for its critical mineral needs, despite escalating federal efforts to strengthen supply chains and increase domestic...

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Indium Prices Surge to Decade Highs Amid Chinese Speculation and Global Supply Squeeze
February 12, 2026

Indium Prices Surge to Decade Highs Amid Chinese Speculation and Global Supply Squeeze

Indium, a critical metal widely used in touchscreens, advanced semiconductors, and solar technologies, has reached its highest price in over a decade, sending shockwaves through...

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Tungsten Inventory Depletion in Europe Triggers Panic Buying
February 9, 2026

Tungsten Inventory Depletion in Europe Triggers Panic Buying

The global tungsten market is weathering an unprecedented storm in early 2026, marked by sharp price hikes, persistent supply shortages, and a reorientation of trade...

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Black Swan Disruptions Impact on Minor Metals
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Black Swan Disruptions Impact on Minor Metals

Black swan events, by their very nature, are unpredictable and often rare occurrences that can cause widespread disruption in various industries. These events, although difficult...

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US DFC Offers $565M Financing to Brazilian Rare Earth Project
February 9, 2026

US DFC Offers $565M Financing to Brazilian Rare Earth Project

In a landmark move that may redefine the global critical minerals landscape, Brazilian rare earth producer Serra Verde has secured a $565 million financing package...

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US Announces Proposed Critical Mineral Trading Bloc
February 5, 2026

US Announces Proposed Critical Mineral Trading Bloc

This week, the US announced its proposal to establish a multilateral critical minerals trading bloc. The initiative, presented at the inaugural Critical Minerals Ministerial meeting...

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Project Vault: $12 Billion Critical Mineral Stockpile
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Project Vault: $12 Billion Critical Mineral Stockpile

Project Vault is a major initiative to eliminate vulnerabilities in key U.S. supply chains, particularly those tied to China, which currently dominates global rare-earth processing....

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Greenland, Rare Earths, and Arctic Security
February 5, 2026

Greenland, Rare Earths, and Arctic Security

The notion that history tends to repeat itself is particularly relevant to the examination of America’s historical interest in Greenland. The intrigue surrounding Greenland regained...

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U.S. Retreats from Critical Mineral Price Floors Strategy Amid Market and Policy Pressures
February 2, 2026

U.S. Retreats from Critical Mineral Price Floors Strategy Amid Market and Policy Pressures

The Trump administration is stepping back from its previously signaled support for price floors on domestically produced critical minerals, marking a notable shift in its...

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The Decline of U.S. Influence in the Rare Earth Metal Space
February 2, 2026

The Decline of U.S. Influence in the Rare Earth Metal Space

Rare earth elements (REEs) have become increasingly vital for modern technology, powering everything from smartphones and electric vehicles to advanced military systems. However, the US...

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Why Trump Wants Canada
February 2, 2026

Why Trump Wants Canada

Former President Donald Trump has made it clear that his vision for the United States extends beyond just trade policy; he wants Canada, or at...

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The Relationships Between Geopolitics And Global Critical Minerals Shipping
January 29, 2026

The Relationships Between Geopolitics And Global Critical Minerals Shipping

As nations pursue energy transitions and technological innovation, demand for critical minerals such as lithium, cobalt, nickel, and rare-earth elements has surged. These minerals are...

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US To Invest $1.6bn Into Rare Earths Group In Bid To Shore Up Key Minerals
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US To Invest $1.6bn Into Rare Earths Group In Bid To Shore Up Key Minerals

The Trump administration announced a $1.6 billion debt-and-equity investment package in USA Rare Earth Inc., securing the government a 10% equity stake in a company...

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US State Department Hosts Critical Minerals Ministerial Meeting Amid Chinese Export Controls
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US State Department Hosts Critical Minerals Ministerial Meeting Amid Chinese Export Controls

Finance ministers from the Group of Seven (G7) nations, the United States, the United Kingdom, Japan, France, Germany, Italy, and Canada have reached an agreement...

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Pakistan Sends First Batch Of Critical Minerals To US In $500 Million Deal
January 26, 2026

Pakistan Sends First Batch Of Critical Minerals To US In $500 Million Deal

In a move that has sparked both strategic interest and domestic controversy, Pakistan has dispatched its inaugural shipment of critical minerals, including rare-earth elements such...

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Netherlands dependent on China for eight critical materials
January 26, 2026

Netherlands dependent on China for eight critical materials

As geopolitical tensions escalate and global supply chains come under renewed scrutiny, the Netherlands finds itself increasingly exposed to critical mineral shortages, especially as China...

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