M2i Global, along with Volato Group, in Collaboration with Nimy Resources Initiate First Shipment of High-Grade Gallium from Western Australia to U.S.

Core Insights - M2i Global and Volato Group have announced the first shipment of high-grade gallium from Nimy Resources' Mons Project in Western Australia to the U.S. This shipment marks a significant milestone in establishing a secure, non-Chinese source of gallium for the Western supply chain [2][4][7] Company Developments - Nimy Resources has initiated its first shipment of gallium ore, which will be analyzed by selected academic institutions and defense industrial base companies to determine the refining processes needed for their applications [4][7] - The collaboration between Nimy and M2i focuses on developing and supplying gallium from the Mons Project, which also contains other critical minerals, including rare earth elements [5][7] - Nimy's Block 3 has confirmed high-grade gallium intervals exceeding 450 g/t Ga₂O₃, supporting the potential for future supply into the Western supply chain [6][7] Industry Context - The U.S. critical minerals market is projected to exceed $320 billion annually, highlighting the strategic importance of domestic sourcing and supply chain resilience [9] - The collaboration aims to enhance the reliability of gallium supply, which is essential for global semiconductor and defense needs, thereby contributing to national security [4][6]