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B&N Mining Launches Tungsten Processing Program with Montana Tech
Program funded by the Army Research Laboratory aims to advance development of a historic tungsten district.
Apr. 1, 2026 at 5:27pm
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B&N Mining Inc. has launched a multi-stage tungsten processing program in partnership with Montana Technological University. The program, funded by the Army Research Laboratory, aims to validate a complete ore-to-metal tungsten processing pathway and advance development of one of the largest historic tungsten districts in the United States.
Why it matters
Tungsten is a critical mineral with important applications in defense, aerospace, and energy technologies. This program represents an effort to establish domestic tungsten production capabilities and reduce reliance on foreign sources, which is a priority for the U.S. government.
The details
The program will involve several stages of research and development to optimize tungsten extraction and processing methods. Researchers at Montana Tech will work to improve efficiency and sustainability of the tungsten supply chain, with the goal of advancing one of the largest historic tungsten-producing regions in the country.
- The program was launched in April 2026.
The players
B&N Mining Inc.
A mining company focused on developing domestic tungsten resources.
Montana Technological University
A public research university that is partnering with B&N Mining on the tungsten processing program.
Army Research Laboratory
The U.S. Army's corporate research laboratory that is providing funding for the tungsten processing program.
What’s next
The program is expected to run for several years as researchers work to optimize the tungsten processing methods and advance development of the historic tungsten district.
The takeaway
This program represents an important step in establishing domestic tungsten production capabilities, which is critical for reducing U.S. reliance on foreign sources of this strategic mineral.
