https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/elmet-group-wins-2-billion-us-tungsten-stockpile-contractContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/elmet-group-wins-2-billion-us-tungsten-stockpile-contracthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/elmet-group-wins-2-billion-us-tungsten-stockpile-contract#u69329Tue, 15 Sep 2026 19:35:39 +0000The Elmet Group won a $2 billion contract from the US government to build a tungsten stockpile. As part of the agreement, the US is investing $450 million into the Portland-based company to increase domestic supply. This initiative aims to counter China's influence over the metal. Funds will support manufacturing plant upgrades in Ohio, Michigan, and Maine to protect more than 100 programs dependent on tungsten.Why it mattersTungsten is a critical metal for defense and industrial applications. Reducing reliance on foreign imports is a strategic priority for US national security. The inves