Ucore expands defense-backed Louisiana separation program

Ucore reportedly secured an additional US$4.6 million Department of War award, bringing reported OTA funding to US$27 million for RapidSX deployment and samarium/gadolinium refining in Louisiana. The company targets qualification samples, roughly 600 tpa of separation capacity, and initial commercial commissioning in early 2027; customer qualification, financing, and execution remain open risks.