Volato Group, Inc. and its sister company M2i Global announced a partnership with Titanium X to accelerate the development of critical‑mineral assets in the United States. The collaboration focuses on financing, developing, and commercializing Titanium X’s titanium‑concentrate projects, leveraging M2i’s execution expertise and government‑related financing experience.
The partnership will secure an exclusive supply of titanium concentrate. Titanium X will upgrade ilmenite from Western Australian mineral‑sand deposits and ship beneficiated concentrate to an M2i facility for further refining. The arrangement aligns with U.S. national security goals to reduce reliance on foreign titanium sources.
Volato, known for its asset‑light aviation model, is expanding into a high‑growth sector that could diversify revenue streams. The $320 billion critical‑minerals market, driven by clean‑energy and defense demand, offers significant upside. Volato’s acquisition of M2i Global positions it to tap this market while leveraging its financial resources.
M2i CEO Major General (Ret) Alberto Rosende said the partnership combines Titanium X’s asset base with M2i’s execution capabilities and government financing strategies, accelerating development timelines. Titanium X’s executive Justin Warburton highlighted the partnership as a game‑changer that will fast‑track its goal of becoming a domestic supplier of titanium and other critical minerals.
The partnership strengthens the U.S. supply chain for titanium and other critical minerals, supporting national industrial policy. It also signals Volato’s strategic pivot beyond aviation, potentially enhancing long‑term shareholder value as the company enters a sector with robust growth prospects.
Volato regained compliance with NYSE American’s equity listing standards in December 2025 and reported 2024 revenue of $46.29 million, a 30.12% increase from the prior year. The partnership represents a significant step in Volato’s broader strategy to diversify and capitalize on the expanding critical‑minerals market.
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