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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
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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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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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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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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Black Swan Disruptions Impact on Minor Metals
February 9, 2026

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 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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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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Project Vault: $12 Billion Critical Mineral Stockpile
February 5, 2026

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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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 State Department Hosts Critical Minerals Ministerial Meeting Amid Chinese Export Controls
January 29, 2026

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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US To Invest $1.6bn Into Rare Earths Group In Bid To Shore Up Key Minerals
January 29, 2026

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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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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Aircraft Recycling Market Report 2026
January 26, 2026

Aircraft Recycling Market Report 2026

In an era defined by decarbonization, environmental accountability, and resource efficiency, the global aircraft recycling market has emerged as a critical component in advancing the...

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What 2025 Taught Us About Niobium
January 22, 2026

What 2025 Taught Us About Niobium

The year 2025 was marked by substantial volatility in niobium prices, as geopolitical disruptions and shifting supply-demand dynamics shaped a complex and eventful market landscape....

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Why Greenland’s Rare Earths Aren’t Worth it
January 22, 2026

Why Greenland’s Rare Earths Aren’t Worth it

Greenland has long fascinated U.S. policymakers. From 19th-century diplomatic overtures to Trump’s 2019 proposal to buy the island, the idea persists that Greenland’s mineral wealth...

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Best Services Offering Critical Metal Recycling
January 22, 2026

Best Services Offering Critical Metal Recycling

In 2025, critical metal recycling is no longer simply an environmental initiative; it’s a business imperative. With supply chain constraints, rising geopolitical tensions, and tightening...

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Supply Chain Resilience  of Germanium
January 19, 2026

Supply Chain Resilience of Germanium

In a world where technology drives economic and geopolitical power, supply chains for critical materials like gallium, germanium, and antimony have become battlegrounds for influence....

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The Economic Implications of the Energy Transition
January 19, 2026

The Economic Implications of the Energy Transition

As the world embarks on an ambitious journey to decarbonize its economy, the demand for Rare Earth Elements (REEs) has soared. These metals, essential for...

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Chinese tungsten product prices surge over 200% in 2025 amid export controls, fresh demand
January 19, 2026

Chinese tungsten product prices surge over 200% in 2025 amid export controls, fresh demand

At the heart of tungsten’s price explosion lies a calculated series of export restrictions implemented by China, which controls over 80% of global tungsten output...

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Malaysia, China in Talks on Rare Earths Processing Project
January 15, 2026

Malaysia, China in Talks on Rare Earths Processing Project

In a significant yet still unfolding development, China and Malaysia are inching toward a potential partnership for rare earth processing. This unprecedented geopolitical and industrial...

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