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Lockheed seeks US mineral supplies after Trump supply-chain push, sources say

4 August 2026 · By · Wire by Fusion42

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4 August 2026

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Defense Tech

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United States

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Lockheed Martin is negotiating long-term supply deals with U.S. miners NioCorp Developments and Teck Resources to secure domestic sources of scandium and germanium, critical minerals for military equipment, as part of a push to reduce reliance on Chinese suppliers following new U.S. regulatory pressure.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Defense Tech.

◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway

Lockheed’s move to secure US mineral supplies opens doors for miners and processors who can offer long-term defence contracts. You must act fast to position yourself as a reliable alternative to China before pricing negotiations close.

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1 source · 4 Aug 2026

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