Amaero Inks $7.8M Deal, Ramping Up US Titanium Powder Production

MCDONALD, TN – April 10, 2026 – Amaero Ltd, a U.S.-based producer of specialized metal powders, has secured a landmark A$7.8 million agreement for its titanium alloy powders, signaling a major ramp-up in domestic production for critical industries. The deal, which includes a minimum purchase commitment for quarterly shipments throughout fiscal year 2027, underscores the surging demand for advanced materials essential to the defense, space, and aviation sectors.

The Master Purchasing Agreement is with a private equity-backed manufacturing technology and advanced materials company, which anticipates its orders will ultimately exceed the A$7.8 million minimum. For Amaero, this single contract effectively locks in revenue for FY2027 that is equivalent to its entire projected titanium powder sales for FY2026, providing significant financial visibility and validating its strategic expansion.

A Strategic Expansion to Meet Surging Demand

In response to what it calls “strong demand,” Amaero is planning an aggressive expansion, aiming to double its titanium powder production in fiscal year 2027 compared to the previous year. This move is enabled by a significant investment in advanced manufacturing technology. The company has already commissioned two state-of-the-art EIGA Premium atomizers at its Tennessee facility, with a third scheduled to come online in June 2026. A fourth has been ordered for commissioning in June 2027.

Each of these atomizers is capable of producing approximately 200 metric tonnes of high-value powder annually. This expansion positions Amaero as having the largest capacity for U.S. domestic production of refractory and titanium alloy spherical powders, crucial feedstocks for additive manufacturing, also known as 3D printing.

“Commercial activity across both segments of Amaero’s business is strong,” commented Hank J. Holland, Amaero’s Chairman and CEO, in a statement. “We are excited to secure a contract for titanium powder shipments in FY2027 that approximates total titanium powder sales in FY2026. We have been advancing numerous titanium powder opportunities over the past 6-12 months with several opportunities potentially exceeding 100 tonnes of annual demand.”

Fueling the Additive Manufacturing Boom

The agreement comes as the market for high-performance metal powders experiences explosive growth. The global market for titanium powder used in additive manufacturing is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of over 14%, with some estimates placing its value at over $6 billion by 2034. This growth is driven by a fundamental shift in manufacturing, as industries move from using 3D printing for prototyping to employing it for the serial production of mission-critical parts.

Titanium's unique combination of high strength-to-weight ratio, exceptional corrosion resistance, and stability at high temperatures makes it the material of choice for demanding applications. In aerospace, it is used for lightweight structural components and complex engine parts. In defense, it is vital for advanced hardware, while the medical industry relies on it for biocompatible implants.

North America currently leads the global market, accounting for roughly 35% of demand, largely propelled by its robust aerospace and defense sectors. Amaero's expansion is timed to capture this escalating demand, particularly as more manufacturers adopt laser powder bed fusion (LPBF) technology, which requires a steady supply of high-purity, spherical metal powders.

Bolstering America's Industrial Base

Beyond its commercial significance, Amaero's growth plays a critical role in bolstering the U.S. domestic supply chain. In recent years, U.S. government and defense officials have increasingly emphasized the need to reshore critical manufacturing capabilities to ensure supply chain resilience and reduce reliance on foreign suppliers, particularly for materials vital to national security.

The U.S. Department of Defense has identified additive manufacturing as a transformative technology for enhancing military readiness and developing next-generation weapon systems. By increasing domestic production of high-purity titanium and refractory alloy powders, Amaero directly supports the Defense Industrial Base (DIB) and mitigates geopolitical supply risks.

This strategic importance is further highlighted by Amaero's leadership in Powder Metallurgy Hot Isostatic Pressing (PM-HIP), a process that creates large, complex metal parts with material properties equivalent to traditional forgings. This technology helps alleviate significant strains in the domestic supply chain for large-scale castings and forgings, which have historically been a bottleneck for many defense and aerospace programs.

The Technology Behind the Powder

At the heart of Amaero's competitive advantage is its proprietary EIGA Premium atomization technology. Unlike conventional methods that melt metal in a ceramic crucible, which can introduce impurities, the Electrode Induction Gas Atomization (EIGA) process is a non-contact method. This makes it ideal for producing extremely clean powders from reactive metals like titanium.

Amaero's proprietary modifications to this process reportedly improve output yield, with over 50% of the powder produced being suitable for the fine-particle requirements of powder bed fusion printers. Furthermore, the technology significantly reduces operational costs by consuming approximately 50% less Argon gas than previous generations of EIGA technology. Combined with a long-term subsidized electricity agreement, this gives the company a competitive edge on unit cost.

This technological leadership, coupled with its expanding capacity, positions the company to not only fulfill its new A$7.8 million order but also to pursue other large-scale opportunities. As Holland noted, the company is also advancing a strategic contract for refractory powder development and seeing strong momentum in its PM-HIP manufacturing division, signaling a period of sustained growth and solidifying its role as a cornerstone of America's advanced manufacturing resurgence.