PyroGenesis Confirms First Titanium Powder Order with Scientific Aerospace Research Organization

Executive Summary

• PyroGenesis Inc. signed a confidential supply contract with a European Scientific Aerospace Research Organization for “coarse” Ti64 titanium metal powder (45‑106 µm) produced via its NexGen™ plasma atomization process.
• This is the first contract with this particular aerospace research entity and the inaugural order for the specified particle‑size range, expanding PyroGenesis’ aerospace customer base.
• The powder will be shipped within days and will support the client’s electron beam melting (EBM) additive manufacturing R&D program.

Key Details

• Contract Scope: Supply of “coarse” cut Ti64 titanium metal powder, particle size 45‑106 µm, produced by NexGen™ plasma atomization system.
• Customer: Unnamed European scientific aerospace research organization (confidential).
• Delivery Timeline: Shipment scheduled to occur in the coming days following the announcement.
• Strategic Significance: First contract with this respected aerospace entity and first order for the 45‑106 µm size range, enhancing PyroGenesis’ presence in the European aerospace sector.
• Application: Powder will be used in electron beam melting (EBM) additive manufacturing processes for advanced aerospace research and development.
• Market Context: Global 3D printing market for titanium powder projected to grow from $214 million (2023) to $1.4 billion by 2032; titanium classified as a critical mineral in Canada and the U.S.

Notable Quotes

“The order announced today is important for two reasons: i) not only is it the first contract with this very respected aerospace organization, but ii) it’s also the first contract for the specific particle size range of 45 to 106 microns,” said Mr. P. Peter Pascali, President and CEO of PyroGenesis. “With this contract, we continue to methodically grow both our client base and the range of powders offered by the company.”