American Rare Earths Limited (ARR) (ASX: ARR, OTCQX: ARRNF, AMRRY), through its subsidiary Wyoming Rare (USA) Inc., has made a significant move by securing a facility at the Western Research Institute (WRI) in Laramie, Wyoming. This development is a crucial step in advancing the Halleck Creek Rare Earths Project, which aims to enhance the company’s operational capabilities in the region.
The acquisition of this facility follows the recent awarding of a USD $7.1 million grant from the State of Wyoming, aimed at supporting the company’s rare earth processing initiatives. The facility will act as a central hub for exploration, processing, and future development activities, aligning with state-backed initiatives that seek to bolster critical mineral development.
The new facility boasts several key features designed to enhance operations and efficiency. It will serve as a centralized repository for all drill core and assay samples collected to date, streamlining processes significantly. Additionally, plans are underway to construct a pilot plant within the facility, which will be essential for developing and testing processing capabilities vital to the Halleck Creek Project. Furthermore, the partnership with WRI presents exciting collaboration opportunities, allowing for synergies that leverage their expertise in advanced energy systems and environmental technologies.
The Western Research Institute is renowned for its work in materials research and advanced technologies. Its facilities include laboratories and pilot testing areas that will support American Rare Earths in advancing its projects.
Joe Evers, President of Wyoming Rare (USA) Inc., expressed enthusiasm about this milestone, stating, “The support of the State of Wyoming and our collaboration with the Western Research Institute highlights Wyoming’s commitment to becoming a leader in critical minerals development.” He emphasized that this facility is instrumental in advancing the company’s mission to onshore critical mineral supply chains within the United States.
The Halleck Creek Project is positioned to potentially become one of North America’s largest and most sustainable rare earth projects. American Rare Earths is also developing environmentally friendly extraction and processing methods to meet the growing demand for resources essential to clean energy initiatives and national security.
In addition to Halleck Creek, American Rare Earths owns the La Paz rare earth deposit in Arizona, further solidifying its footprint in the rare earths sector. The company is actively exploring additional opportunities while collaborating with U.S. government-supported research and development initiatives to enhance processing and separation techniques for rare earth elements (REEs).
The establishment of this new facility marks a pivotal moment for American Rare Earths as it seeks to capitalize on Wyoming’s strategic advantages in critical minerals development. With state support and collaboration with WRI, the company is positioned to contribute meaningfully to the U.S. supply chain for rare earth elements, which are vital for modern technology and renewable energy solutions.
