Apex Critical Metals Corp. ($APXC) is excited to announce its acceptance into the U.S. Defense Industrial Base Consortium (DIBC), an initiative supported by the U.S. Department of Defense. This consortium is dedicated to fostering collaboration across industry, academia, and government to enhance technologies and supply chains that are vital for U.S. national security.
The DIBC plays a crucial role in the development and security of strategic supply chains, particularly for rare earth elements (REEs), niobium, and other essential materials used in advanced manufacturing, aerospace systems, energy transition technologies, and defense applications.
Apex's North American critical mineral projects, such as the Rift Rare Earth Project located in Nebraska and the Cap Project in British Columbia, align with U.S. and allied government priorities aimed at securing domestic and allied sources of critical minerals. These minerals are pivotal for the production of permanent magnets, advanced alloys, superconducting technologies, and defense systems.
As a member of the DIBC, Apex joins a diverse network of defense contractors, technology developers, research institutions, and federal agencies, all focused on accelerating innovation and enhancing supply chain resilience. Membership allows Apex to engage in federally sponsored initiatives and collaborative programs related to critical mineral exploration, processing, and supply chain development.
Sean Charland, President and CEO of Apex Critical Metals, commented, "Apex's acceptance into the DIBC underscores the increasing strategic importance of secure North American supply chains for REEs and other critical minerals. With a growing global focus on defense readiness and advanced manufacturing, we are well-positioned to support U.S. and allied supply chain security initiatives through our critical mineral projects."
For more information on the DIBC initiative, visit DIBC Consortium.
About Apex Critical Metals Corp.
Apex Critical Metals Corp. is a Canadian exploration firm dedicated to advancing projects involving rare earth elements (REE) and niobium to meet the rising demand for critical and strategic metals in the U.S. and Canada. The flagship Rift Project is situated in the Elk Creek Carbonatite Complex in Nebraska, which contains extensive rare earth rights surrounding a significant niobium-REE deposit. Historical drilling in this region has revealed substantial intervals of high-grade REE mineralization.
In Canada, Apex is furthering its 100%-owned Cap Project, located northeast of Prince George, British Columbia. The 2025 drilling program confirmed a notable niobium discovery, enhancing the project’s potential within a previously unrecognized carbonatite system.
With a robust portfolio of critical mineral projects across North America, Apex Critical Metals is strategically positioned to bolster domestic supply chains for minerals essential to advanced technologies, clean energy, and national security. The company is publicly traded on the Canadian Securities Exchange (CSE) under the symbol APXC and listed on the OTCQX market in the U.S. as APXCF, as well as on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange under the symbol KL9. For more details, visit Apex Critical Metals and check out our corporate videos at Corporate Videos. Stay updated by signing up for free news alerts at News Alerts, or follow us on X (formerly Twitter), Facebook, and LinkedIn.