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Welsbach Technology Metals Acquisition Corp. (“WTMA”) Announces Successful Approval of its Business Combination with Evolution Metals LLC (“EM”) at the Special Meeting of Stockholders
GlobeNewswire News Room· 2025-09-05 20:30
Core Viewpoint - The successful approval of the business combination between Welsbach Technology Metals Acquisition Corp. (WTMA) and Evolution Metals LLC (EM) aims to establish a fully integrated and independent critical minerals and materials supply chain in the US, reducing reliance on China [1][2]. Group 1: Business Combination Details - WTMA and EM are merging to scale four operating companies: bonded magnet manufacturing, sintered magnet manufacturing, magnet metals and alloys production, and smart machine design and automation [2]. - The combined entity will be renamed Evolution Metals & Technologies Corp. (EM&T) and is expected to trade on Nasdaq under the symbol EMAT [2]. Group 2: Future Plans and Operations - EM&T plans to replicate and scale its operations in the USA, aiming to build the largest commercial scale critical minerals and materials industrial campus in America, including the largest hydrometallurgy and pyrometallurgy facility outside China [3]. - The company will leverage advanced technologies such as robotics and automation for integrated midstream and downstream recycling and processing of critical minerals and materials for various industries, including automotive, aerospace, and renewable energy [4][8]. Group 3: Strategic Goals - EM's strategy focuses on establishing a secure and reliable supply chain for critical minerals and materials that is 100% independent of China, targeting essential products for electric vehicles, electronics, and defense applications [8]. - The initiative aims to create jobs and promote a greener future by providing tailored solutions to support clients globally [8].