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Strategic Metals Complex Rare-Earth Processing Facility

Sector: Aerospace & Defense • Location: Alexandria, Louisiana, United States

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Ucore Rare Metals Inc. is developing the Strategic Metals Complex in Alexandria, Louisiana, to establish a North American rare-earth supply chain using proprietary RapidSX separation technology. The project aims to begin early production in 2026 and reduce dependence on Chinese rare-earth materials. The initiative is supported by $18.4 million in funding from the U.S. Department of Defense, state

Status
Under Construction
Sector
Aerospace & Defense, Manufacturing (Industrial), Warehouse, Government
Location
Alexandria, Louisiana, United States of America
Updated
22 Jul 2026
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citybuzz -

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The project “Strategic Metals Complex Rare-Earth Processing Facility” is an infrastructure initiative in the Aerospace & Defense sector, located in Alexandria, Louisiana, United States. Taiyo aggregates data on it from citybuzz -.

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2026-07-22

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Ucore Rare Metals Inc. is developing the Strategic Metals Complex in Alexandria, Louisiana, to establish a North American rare-earth supply chain using proprietary RapidSX separation technology. The project aims to begin early production in 2026 and reduce dependence on Chinese rare-earth materials. The initiative is supported by $18.4 million in funding from the U.S. Department of Defense, state tax incentives, and strategic feedstock partnerships.

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United States of America (USA)

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Louisiana

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Alexandria

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Aerospace & Defense, Manufacturing (Industrial), Warehouse, Government

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2025-11-09

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