Rare-Earth Elements

The shift towards diversifying rare-earth supply chains highlights a crucial procurement challenge faced by manufacturers. With an emphasis on resilience rather than simply finding alternatives to China, there are opportunities for suppliers in various stages of the supply chain.

MP Materials has finalized a pivotal supply agreement with a U.S. aerospace customer for separated gadolinium, reinforcing its role in the rare-earth sector. This move supports domestic procurement strategies focused on critical materials essential for defense and aerospace applications.