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HPQ Silicon On The Cusp Of Disrupting 80 Year Old $1.5 Billion Fumed Silica Industry

Posted by Alavaro Coronel at 5:33 PM on Thursday, May 22nd, 2025

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

  • Untapped Market: Canada consumes ~24,000 tonnes of fumed silica annually. HPQ aims to become the country’s first domestic producer.
  • Cost Advantage: Traditional plants cost up to $150 million. HPQ’s model requires a fraction of that—making it economically and environmentally superior.
  • Global Relevance: Amid new tariffs and reshoring trends, HPQ offers a local, low-emission alternative to imported materials from China and Europe.

BOLD DISRUPTION OF AN 80-YEAR-OLD INDUSTRY

HPQ Silicon has reached the most significant milestone in its history: independent analysis has confirmed its proprietary Fumed Silica Reactor (FSR) produced commercial-grade material. This breakthrough disrupts a global industry still reliant on a toxic, energy-intensive process that hasn’t meaningfully changed since 1944.

Fumed silica is essential in everyday products like cosmetics, toothpaste, batteries, and paints. Traditional production requires converting quartz into silicon metal, processing it with corrosive chemicals, and incinerating it with hydrogen gas. HPQ’s process skips all that—producing fumed silica in a single step from raw quartz, with lower emissions, lower costs, and no hazardous byproducts.

The validation? It comes from a third-party microscopy analysis (conducted at one of Montreal’s top research universities), which confirmed that HPQ’s pilot-scale product matches the morphology and structure of established, high-purity industry standards.

STRATEGIC INTEREST FROM A GLOBAL LEADER

This milestone reinforces HPQ’s previously signed Letter of Intent with Evonik Industries, a $10 billion German chemical company that invented fumed silica and dominates the global market. With the technology now proven at a 20x lab scale, the door opens to further technical evaluations—and eventual commercial engagement.

“We’ve replicated lab-scale results at 20x scale and confirmed it through side-by-side imaging. This is the single biggest milestone in HPQ’s history.”
— Bernard Tourillon, CEO

WHAT’S NEXT

With this third-party validation in hand, HPQ is moving quickly to capitalize. Conversations with Evonik are already underway to determine whether this latest material batch will be shipped for qualification. 

Other major fumed silica producers—previously awaiting test results—have resumed discussions. Internally, HPQ continues optimizing the grade and consistency of its product through additional test cycles. With its pilot plant operating smoothly and yielding better-than-expected output, HPQ is now mapping the path to commercial production—built on scalable, industry-standard components. The momentum is real, and the company is positioning itself as a clean-tech leader in a global market ready for disruption.

Lancaster Resources: Powering the Future with Critical Minerals Amidst a $5.4 Trillion Industry Opportunity

Posted by Brittany McNabb at 1:51 PM on Thursday, September 26th, 2024

Lancaster Resources: Powering the Future with Critical Minerals Amidst a $5.4 Trillion Industry Opportunity

The global demand for critical minerals is surging, driven by the accelerating shift to electric vehicles (EVs), renewable energy infrastructure, and the decarbonization of various industries. According to a recent McKinsey report, the mining industry requires a staggering $5.4 trillion in investments by 2035 to meet the demand for essential minerals. Lancaster Resources (CSE: LCR | OTCQB: LANRF | FRA: 6UF0), a company focused on the exploration and development of critical minerals such as lithium and uranium, is strategically positioned to help address these needs and fuel the EV revolution.

Meeting the Mineral Demand of Tomorrow

The McKinsey report highlights the growing importance of materials like lithium and nickel, which are crucial for battery storage and electric vehicle production. Lithium, in particular, has seen an unexpected production surge due to investments from leading mining countries like Australia, the U.S., and China. For Lancaster Resources, whose projects span lithium, uranium, and gold, this presents a significant opportunity to align with global demand trends.

Lancaster’s portfolio includes several exploration projects that could potentially contribute directly to the EV and clean energy markets. The company’s Alkali Flat Lithium Brine Project in New Mexico is one of its flagship operations. Targeting a closed-basin brine deposit in a playa lake setting, this project taps into one of the most promising sources of lithium—an element that constitutes an estimated 58% of the world’s lithium resources. With drill permits approved and the project ready to advance, Lancaster Resources is poised to contribute to the critical lithium supply needed for EV batteries, positioning itself as a vital player in the global energy transition.

Leveraging the Power of Uranium

In addition to lithium, Lancaster Resources is capitalizing on the resurgence of nuclear energy as a cleaner, more reliable alternative to fossil fuels. The company’s uranium exploration in the Athabasca Basin in Saskatchewan, Canada, positions them to benefit from increasing demand for nuclear power. As countries around the world focus on reducing carbon emissions, uranium becomes even more critical for ensuring a stable and low-emission energy supply.

Lancaster’s uranium projects at the Catley Lake and Centennial East properties cover over 8,000 hectares, adjacent to some of the world’s most productive uranium deposits. Utilizing cutting-edge AI and hyperspectral imaging technologies, Lancaster is optimizing its exploration processes to identify high-potential uranium targets. This approach maximizes efficiency while minimizing environmental disruption—another step toward creating a sustainable supply chain for critical minerals.

Overcoming Resource Shortages: Lancaster’s Focus on Lithium and Uranium

While lithium and uranium are the key components of Lancaster Resources’ portfolio, these critical minerals play pivotal roles in the energy transition. Lithium is essential for EV batteries, while uranium is crucial for nuclear power—both of which are integral to decarbonizing the global energy sector.

As McKinsey points out, the growing demand for metals like lithium could create a supply-demand imbalance unless significant investments are made to accelerate production. Lancaster Resources is addressing this challenge head-on with its Alkali Flat Lithium Brine Project, which is targeting a substantial lithium deposit in New Mexico. By advancing this project, Lancaster aims to contribute to the global supply of lithium and help meet the surging demand driven by the electric vehicle revolution.

In addition, Lancaster’s uranium exploration in Saskatchewan’s Athabasca Basin puts them at the forefront of the clean energy movement. As more countries look to nuclear power to reduce carbon emissions and ensure reliable energy, uranium will play an increasingly important role. Lancaster’s exploration efforts are well-timed, positioning the company to support this demand as the world moves toward a more sustainable energy future.

The robust financial outlook for the metals and mining industry, with revenues growing by $2.4 trillion from 2020 to 2023, provides a favorable environment for investment. For Lancaster Resources, this strong financial climate creates opportunities to attract further capital, expand their operations, and contribute to the future supply of essential materials like lithium and uranium.

 

The Path Ahead for Lancaster Resources

As global mining leaders emphasize the need for vast capital investment, Lancaster Resources is already taking bold steps to ensure its place in the next era of mineral exploration. With the mining industry set to create 270 gigawatts of power and an estimated 340,000 new jobs worldwide by 2035, Lancaster is actively positioning itself to become a critical player in the green energy revolution.

The company’s diversified portfolio and strategic focus on critical minerals make it a compelling case for investors looking to capitalize on the surging demand for EVs and renewable energy technologies. Lancaster’s achievements in securing permits, developing state-of-the-art exploration methods, and targeting high-potential lithium and uranium deposits all point to a promising future.

Conclusion

Lancaster Resources is carving out a unique position in the mining industry by focusing on critical minerals that are essential for the energy transition. With its robust lithium and uranium projects, the company is well-prepared to meet the rising demand for these materials, which are indispensable for EV batteries and nuclear energy. As the global push toward a more sustainable future intensifies, Lancaster Resources is a company that stands ready to play a vital role in the world’s green energy transformation.

Source: https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/09/40983325/mining-industry-needs-5-4-trillion-in-investments-to-meet-2035-demand-mckinsey-says

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