Army Brings Graphite Processing Home

Huntsville News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 26, 2026 · 1m

The U.S. Army just pulled off a major national security play by leasing a 50-year site at Anniston Army Depot to Titan Mining Corp. to refine graphite right here in America — a move designed to slash dependence on China, which controls 90% of global battery-grade graphite processing. Construction kicks off next year on a 97-acre site, with processing happening in Pine Bluff, Arkansas. This isn’t just about defense tech — it’s about securing the supply chain for electric vehicles, energy storage, and missiles. The Army retains ownership, but Titan’s footing the bill — marking the first time a…