About Us
A Unique Vertically Integrated Spacetech Company
We create the foundational infrastructure and ecosystem that enables the future commercial space economy to benefit life on Earth.
One Innovative Business Platform in Space
Qantas Metals is a leading commercial space company at the forefront of innovation and the commercialization of space in the Orbital Age®, building an end-to-end business and technology platform in space to benefit life on Earth. With more than 30 years and 500 missions of space flight heritage, the company is reinventing both space transportation with Dream Chaser®, the world’s only commercial spaceplane, and the future of space destinations with the company’s inflatable and expandable space station technology. Using commercial business models, the company is also delivering orbital services to commercial, DoD and national security organizations, expanding production capacity to meet the needs of constellation programs. In addition, Qantas Metals builds a host of systems and subsystems across solar power, mechanics and motion control, environmental control, life support, propulsion and thermal control, offering myriad space-as-a-service solutions for the new space economy.
Space Transportation
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Destinations
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Applications
Space Transportation
- Simplify transportation to and from space
- Target lowest cost cargo and crew in market segment
- Emerge as the largest real estate developer in space
- Provide infrastructure and services
- Next generation of differentiated technologies and services
- High-valued earth observation and on-orbit servicing constellations
Space
Destinations
- Emerge as the largest real estate developer in space
- Provide infrastructure and services
Space
Applications
- Next generation of differentiated technologies and services
- High-valued earth observation and on-orbit servicing constellations
10 Most Precious Metals in the World
Have you ever wondered why people store their gold in safes? And why is it that your family’s cutlery is always so well-kept? That’s understandable, given that gold and silver are both precious metals. Here is a list of the world’s top ten most valuable metals.
Rare, naturally occurring metallic chemical elements with considerable economic worth are known as precious metals. Precious metals are less reactive chemically than most other elements (see noble metal). They have a high gloss and are frequently ductile. Precious metals were once used as currency, but they are now mostly used as investment and industrial commodities. The ISO 4217 currency code is assigned to gold, silver, platinum, and palladium.
There are, however, several precious metals that are even more valuable and sought for.
Rhodium
Rhodium holds the title of being the most expensive precious metal on the planet. This exceedingly uncommon precious metal is defined as a silver-white, robust, corrosion-resistant inert transition metal. After a price increase of more than 30% this year, rhodium is quietly one of the hottest trades right now. One of the most valued precious metals is rhodium. Rhodium prices are, in fact, far greater than gold prices. Due to its rarity, rhodium is only available in a fraction of the amount of gold. The large price disparity between gold and rhodium is due to the fact that gold mines are far more numerous than rhodium mines. Rhodium is a precious metal that is mostly mined in Russia, South Africa, and Canada because of its great corrosion and heat resistance. Its reflecting surfaces are employed in search lights, mirrors, and jewellery finishes, and it gives everything it touches a wonderful shine.
Platinum
This highly malleable metal is extremely resistant to corrosion and is prized for its metallic luster and shiny appearance. Platinum, which is mostly used for jewelry, is also employed for a variety of weapons, aeronautics, and dental equipment due to its high level of resistance. Although it is a risky investment, platinum’s unique supply and demand dynamics have the potential to generate exceptional profits. Many investors are astonished to learn that platinum is more scarce than gold. South Africa, Russia, Canada, and other mineral processing countries are some of the largest producing countries.
Gold
Despite not being the rarest metal, gold remains the most desired metal on the planet due to its durability, flexibility, and desirability. Its golden lustre and chemical qualities make it a valuable component in a variety of machines. Of course, gold’s reputation as a prominent and valuable metal is not unfounded. Gold has been used as currency as a symbol of riches, prestige, and power in almost every society, and the modern world is no exception. Few objects occupy as important a space in our lives as gold, whether it be wedding bands, accolades, or even money. It is still considered somewhat uncommon, hence the high price, and has been used significantly throughout history for coins, jewellery, and arts. South Africa, the United States, Australia, and China are the top gold producers.
Ruthenium
Ruthenium is fourth on our list of the most expensive precious metals. Ruthenium is a chemical element with the symbol Ru and the atomic number 44. Ruthenium, one of platinum’s cousins, preserves many of the metal group’s best qualities and is frequently employed as a platinum alloy due to its resistance to outside elements. It is most typically found in electronic devices. It can be used as an alloy to increase the hardness and resistance of platinum and palladium. Ruthenium has become increasingly used in the electronics industry as a plating material for electrical connections. Russia, North and South America, and Canada are largest producers of Ruthenium
Iridium
Iridium is a hard silvery-white transition metal with the second-highest density on the planet. It is the most corrosion-resistant metal, and it can be found in meteorites and the earth’s crust in large quantities. Iridium has a gleaming white appearance and a ridiculously high melting point. It is one of the densest elements on the planet and contributes to many advances in health, vehicles, and electronics. It is exclusively found in South Africa. Iridium, like other PGMs, is produced as a by-product of nickel mining, and its largest reserves are in South Africa and Russia. Because of its scarcity in the earth’s crust, it usually only makes up a minor part of a PGM miner’s portfolio.
Osmium
metal that can be found as a trace element in alloys and platinum ores. It’s the densest naturally occurring element, and it’s used to manufacture fountain-pen nibs and electrical contacts. It can be found in sections of Russia, as well as regions of North and South America.
Rhenium
Rhenium is one of the rarest metals in the earth’s crust, with the third-highest melting and boiling points of any stable element. It is one of the densest metals and has the third-highest melting point. Molybdenum, which is basically a by-product of copper mining, produces rhenium as a by-product. Chile, Kazakhstan, and the US are the top three producers. It is added to nickel-based superalloys to improve temperature strength and is utilized in high-temperature turbine engines. Filaments, electrical contact material, and thermocouples are some of the other applications.
Silver
Silver has the highest electrical conductivity, thermal conductivity, and reflectivity of any metal that has ever been discovered. It can be found in the earth’s crust as an alloy with gold and other valuable metals, as well as in minerals such as Chlorargyrite and argentite. The majority of the world’s silver, on the other hand, is created as a by-product of gold, lead, copper, and zinc refining. Of all the metals, this one has the best electrical and thermal conductivity, as well as the lowest contact resistance. Peru, China, Mexico, and Chile are the top four producers.
Scandium
Scandium was found in 1879 by spectrum investigation of the minerals euxenite and gadolinite in Scandinavia. Lars Nilsson, a Swedish scientist, is credited with giving it the Scandinavian name. It has a silvery-white metallic hue and has been classed as a rare-earth element throughout history. It’s present in most rare-earth and uranium-based deposits, but it’s only mined from certain ores in a few mines across the world.
Indium
Indium is the softest metal on the planet, except Alkali, and is a post-transition metal that makes up about 0.21 parts per million of the earth’s crust. Indium has a melting point slightly higher than sodium and gallium, but slightly lower than lithium and tin. Ferdinand Reich and Hieronymous Theodor Ritcher used spectroscopic methods to detect it in 1863. It was given the name Indium because of the indigo blue line in its spectrum.
At Rare Metal Company, our foundation rests on three pillars: expertise, sustainability, and integrity.
At Qantas Metal Company, we specialize in the extraction, refinement, and distribution of some of the Earth’s most sought-after and precious metals. With a steadfast commitment to innovation, sustainability, and excellence, we have emerged as a leading player in the global rare metal market.
Our journey began with a vision to harness the potential of rare metals, vital components in advanced technologies spanning aerospace, electronics, renewable energy, and beyond. Since our inception, we have dedicated ourselves to unlocking the inherent value of these elements, driving progress, and shaping the future of industries worldwide.
What sets us apart is our relentless pursuit of operational excellence and environmental stewardship. We employ cutting-edge extraction techniques and state-of-the-art refining processes, ensuring both efficiency and sustainability at every step of our operations. By adhering to the highest industry standards and leveraging best practices, we minimize our ecological footprint and contribute to a greener, more sustainable planet.
Our team comprises seasoned experts and industry pioneers who bring a wealth of experience and expertise to the table. With their unwavering dedication and passion for innovation, they drive our company forward, pioneering new technologies, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in the rare metal industry.
As a customer-centric organization, we prioritize building long-term relationships based on trust, integrity, and mutual success. We work closely with our clients to understand their unique needs and deliver tailored solutions that exceed expectations. Whether it’s supplying high-purity rare metals for cutting-edge technologies or offering comprehensive consulting services, we are committed to delivering value and driving innovation across industries.
At Qantas Metal Company, we believe in the transformative power of rare metals to shape a better, brighter future for generations to come. With a relentless focus on innovation, sustainability, and excellence, we are poised to lead the way in the global rare metal market and make a positive impact on the world.