ADQ, alongside the US International Development Finance Corporation and Orion Resource Partners, has launched a new $1.8 billion investment platform focused on securing US critical mineral supply chains. The Orion Critical Mineral Consortium will invest in mining and refining projects, with a particular focus on minerals essential for the production of advanced tech and energy systems, to meet the growing demand for critical minerals.
This deal builds on ADQ and Orion Resource Partners’ January 2025 $1.2 billion mining investment partnership, which established Orion Abu Dhabi, a 50-50 joint venture to secure the supply of critical materials.
Why This Matters
Securing a stable supply of critical minerals is essential for US manufacturing and energy resilience. The new $1.8 billion platform, with a $5 billion long-term investment target, directly addresses vulnerabilities in current mineral supply chains to support US economic competitiveness. The platform also creates new opportunities for US companies to access raw materials necessary for growth and to support job creation in related sectors.