Westwin Elements National Media Coverage

MINING.COM highlights Westwin Elements’ option to extend its nickel feedstock and offtake agreements with Traxys to 22 years, representing a potential $3.9 billion in refined nickel sales. The partnership supports Westwin’s development of U.S. Class 1 nickel refining capacity and its efforts to strengthen critical mineral supply chains for industrial and national security needs.

The Natchez Democrat reports on the potential economic impact of Westwin Elements’ proposed Class 1 nickel refinery in Natchez, Mississippi. Local officials say the Belwood Industrial Site project could generate approximately $3 million in annual tax revenue for Adams County. The planned $502 million investment is also expected to create 134 full-time jobs in its first phase, expanding domestic nickel refining capacity while supporting the region’s economic growth.

The Natchez Democrat highlights Westwin Elements’ plans for a $502 million Class 1 nickel refinery at the Belwood Industrial Site in Natchez, Mississippi. The proposed project would expand domestic critical mineral refining capacity and is expected to create 134 full-time jobs in its first phase, with an average annual salary of approximately $84,000. The refinery would produce high-purity nickel for national defense, aerospace, advanced manufacturing, and other essential industries.

Bloomberg Law examines the domestic refining gap facing U.S. deep-sea mining ambitions and highlights Westwin Elements’ nonbinding agreement with Deep Sea Minerals to evaluate U.S. processing routes for polymetallic nodules. The article explores how domestic processing capacity will shape efforts to turn new mineral resources into materials for defense, energy, and advanced manufacturing.

“This agreement is an important step towards establishing a secure, fully domestic nickel supply chain,” added Kaleigh Long, Founder and CEO of Westwin Elements. “By connecting future nickel production from Homeland’s Red Flat property in Oregon with Westwin’s US refining capacity, we can turn American resources into high-purity nickel that our nation’s manufacturers and defense industrial base depend on.”

Deep Sea Minerals (TSX:SEAS) has entered a non-binding letter of intent (LOI) with Westwin Elements to evaluate potential US-based processing routes for polymetallic nodules.

Westwin's partnership announcement with Homeland Nickel, pairing domestic mining with Westwin's refining capability to offer a full mine to metal supply chain for American nickel.

A national broadcast interview on how Westwin is working to convert legacy U.S. nickel stockpiles into a strategic advantage for domestic supply chains.

Reuters coverage of the broader push among U.S. critical minerals projects, including Westwin, for stronger federal policy support to compete with China.

A radio interview with Founder and CEO KaLeigh Long discussing Westwin's mission and progress building America's nickel refining capacity.

Oklahoma public news segment on the case for building nickel production capacity in Oklahoma, featuring Westwin's work in Lawton.

An alumni feature from KaLeigh Long's alma mater on her path from IWP to founding and leading Westwin.

Coverage of Westwin's $1.4 billion offtake agreement with global metals trader Traxys, a major milestone for the company's commercial position.

Fastmarkets' industry-trade take on the Traxys offtake deal, signifying Westwin as the first U.S. nickel refinery to secure agreements of this scale.

A profile of KaLeigh Long's personal story and leadership journey, from her ranching roots to founding Westwin.

S&P Global's report on the $1.4 billion nickel sale agreement, a key indicator of demand for Westwin's Class 1 nickel.

S&P Global analysis on how federal budget legislation could affect financing for critical minerals projects across the industry, with Westwin among those cited.

A feature profile on KaLeigh Long and Westwin's mission to stand up the first domestic nickel refinery in the country.

Local Lawton, OK coverage of a new supply contract for Westwin's carbonyl (Mond process) nickel.

International coverage of Westwin's $350 million nickel supply agreement with Turkish company Apex.

Economic development trade press coverage of the same $350 million supply agreement, highlighting its significance for U.S. industrial growth

Examining Oklahoma's emergence as a hub for critical minerals processing, with Westwin's Lawton facility as a centerpiece.

Local Oklahoma TV spotlight on Westwin's landmark $350 million supply agreement with Turkish company Apex, a major win cementing Westwin's status as a rising force in global nickel supply.

Reuters coverage on how proposed federal tax changes could affect the economics of U.S. critical minerals production, including Westwin's project.

Westwin earns a mention in Politico's influential daily energy briefing, a nod to its growing footprint in national energy and minerals policy circles.

KaLeigh Long makes the confident case to S&P Global that Westwin's refinery can go toe to toe with state-backed Chinese operators and win.

Local coverage of a major financial milestone, as Westwin secures a letter of interest for up to $188 million in debt financing to fuel refinery growth.

A feature naming Westwin's Oklahoma refinery project as nothing less than America's new nickel frontier.

A historic milestone as Westwin's Lawton facility officially starts production, marking real progress toward rebuilding American nickel refining.

Local TV highlights Westwin's continued strides in nickel powder production, another sign of steady momentum at the demonstration facility.

Forbes honors KaLeigh Long among its Under 30 Class of 2025, national recognition of the bold leadership driving Westwin forward.

Strong investor confidence on display as the Midland, Texas investment community backs Westwin's Oklahoma nickel refining plant.

A local editorial celebrating Westwin's refinery project as a milestone achievement for Lawton and for American manufacturing.

KaLeigh Long shares the leadership philosophy and innovative thinking driving Westwin's rise as an industry leader.

Local coverage confirms what Westwin has delivered from day one: low air emissions paired with high-impact job creation for the community

KaLeigh Long tells the industry exactly what sets Westwin apart, a confident statement of the company's unique position in the global nickel market.

The Economist puts a global spotlight on KaLeigh Long and Westwin's bold ambition to build America's first nickel-cobalt refinery.

Local coverage of Westwin's next major step forward as it prepares to launch the federal permitting process for its refinery.

Westwin opens its doors to the community, engaging directly with neighbors and answering questions with transparency about the refinery.

KaLeigh Long shares the inspiring origin story behind her vision to build a domestic nickel and cobalt refinery from scratch.

National Review marks a historic milestone as Westwin breaks ground on America's only cobalt and nickel refinery.

The Oklahoman spotlights Westwin's Lawton refinery as a fast-moving bastion against Chinese control of critical mineral supply chains.

A momentous groundbreaking ceremony marks the official start of Westwin's ambitious plans to build its refinery in Lawton.

Former Boeing CEO Dennis Muilenburg throws his full confidence behind Westwin, a powerful endorsement of the company's mission and leadership.

Fastmarkets highlights the growing wave of investment opportunity in cobalt, with Westwin well positioned to lead the charge.

Early recognition of Westwin's groundbreaking plan to build the only refinery in the U.S. capable of producing both nickel and cobalt.