United Smelters Ltd. · Nigeria
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Strategic metals. Nigerian resources. Global markets.

We are evaluating a dedicated processing and metallurgical platform for niobium- and tantalum-bearing concentrates serving advanced manufacturing and technology supply chains.

PlatformNb + Ta
StatusDevelopment pipeline
Capacity / routeStrategic metals

A downstream platform designed around real feedstock and markets.

We are evaluating a dedicated processing and metallurgical platform for niobium- and tantalum-bearing concentrates serving advanced manufacturing and technology supply chains.

01

Target feedstock

Columbite–tantalite concentrates

Verified and traceable mineral origin

Consistent grade and mineralogy

02

Target product

Upgraded and separated concentrates

Purified niobium and tantalum intermediates

Progressively higher-value metal products

03

Strategic objectives

Develop concentrate-upgrading capability

Build separation and purification expertise

Connect Nigerian resources to global markets

Retain more downstream value domestically

Development pathway

From validation
to industrial scale.

A gated approach aligns evidence, capital, engineering, approvals and market readiness.

  1. 01Feedstock validation

    Characterize mineralogy, grade, impurities, volume and consistency.

  2. 02Process definition

    Confirm route, mass balance, recovery and product specification.

  3. 03Commercial structure

    Advance finance, partnerships, procurement and market alignment.

  4. 04Delivery & ramp-up

    Engineering, construction, commissioning and qualification.

Value creation

Why downstream processing matters.

Domestic value

Retain more processing value and technical capability within Nigeria.

Producer demand

Create a transparent long-term market for suitable local feedstock.

Market quality

Move toward consistent, qualified products for industrial customers.

Export potential

Participate in global markets with higher-value material.

Development status

Clear about where we are.

This project is not represented as operational. Capacity, specification, process route and schedule remain subject to feasibility, financing, engineering, permitting and commercial validation.

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