IperionX
IperionX is an Australian-US company producing low-carbon, low-cost titanium powders from recycled sources using patented HAMR and GSD technologies, targeting aerospace, defense, and automotive applications.
- CEO / Founder
- Taso Arima
- Team Size
- 51-200
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- $65.2M (includes $47.1M DoD award)
- Latest Round
- Government Grant ($4.6M, Jan 2026)
- Key Investors
- ARPA-E; Fidelity; B. Riley Principal Investments; U.S. Department of Defense
Technology & Products
Key Products
Sustainable, low-carbon titanium powders and alloys produced from 100% recycled titanium using patented HAMR and GSD technologies. The company also has a critical minerals business at the Titan Project.
Technological Advantage
Patented HAMR and GSD processes enable low-cost, zero-carbon titanium powders — up to 70% lower CO2 emissions vs. traditional methods (verified by Fraunhofer Institute). Produces from 100% recycled titanium scrap.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
IperionX offers a sustainable and cost-effective alternative to the traditional titanium supply chain by producing high-performance titanium powders from 100% recycled titanium with up to 90% lower carbon footprint, leveraging patented HAMR and GSD technologies.
How They Differentiate
IperionX differentiates itself through its focus on sustainability, low-cost production, and the use of 100% recycled materials to produce high-performance titanium powders with up to a 90% lower carbon footprint. They leverage patented HAMR and GSD technologies to offer a unique value proposition for environmentally friendly and cost-effective solutions.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Aerospace, defense, automotive, consumer electronics, and medical device manufacturers.
Industry Verticals
["Aerospace/Defense","Automotive","Consumer Electronics","Medical"]
Competitors
Nemaska Lithium, Niron Magnetics, Nth Cycle
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Raised over $16.4M; secured exclusive rights to Blacksand Technology; listed on NASDAQ and ASX; currently scaling production capacity with offtake agreements.
Major Milestones
["2017: Founded as Hyperion Metals","2021: Partnership with EOS for low-cost titanium powders","2021: Secured exclusive rights to Blacksand Technology","2021: Raised over $16.4 million","2022: Rebranded to IperionX Limited","Listed on NASDAQ and ASX","Secured key partnerships with major automotive and industrial companies","Commenced construction of Titanium Manufacturing Campus in Virginia","Awarded US$12.7 million grant from U.S. Department of Defense"]
Notable Customers
U.S. Department of Defense