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IperionX expands its titanium supply chain with a $25 million US Department of Defense investment, leveraging partnerships with Ford and Lockheed Martin to boost its market position.
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This video was created on 26 September 2025 for IG audiences by ausbiz.
IperionX, a key player in titanium production, received a substantial financial boost from the United States (US) Department of Defense. The department, referred to humorously as the 'Department of War', delivered $25 million as part of an earlier committed $47.1 million package. This funding is set to accelerate IperionX’s initiative to fully integrate a titanium supply chain, moving from raw minerals to finished metal products.
The company benefits from collaboration with significant clients, including Ford and Lockheed Martin, enhancing its credibility in the critical minerals sector. Valued at approximately $2.5 billion, with $100 million in cash reserves, IperionX's Tyson Project is a major titanium resource undertaking. However, the valuation remains daunting, especially for a pre-production company.
There is a broader trend of onshoring critical minerals and additive powder operations in the US. IperionX is positioned to capitalise on this movement, yet uncertainties around revenue generation and cash flow remain until full-scale production is achieved. Investors with a long-term view or those riding the wave of current thematic preferences might find this an interesting opportunity, albeit with risks.
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