Critical Minerals Expo North America Atlanta

The Critical Minerals Expo North America is a highly specialised trade exhibition with an accompanying conference dedicated entirely to the security of supply, processing and technological advancement of critical minerals. As a leading B2B platform in North America, it brings together decision-makers, engineers, processors, manufacturers, policymakers and research institutions at the Cobb Convention Center in Atlanta – the renowned Cobb Galleria Centre – all working to strengthen and modernise the continent’s supply chains.

The event is organised by Trans-World Events Ltd., an international exhibition organiser focused on future-oriented industries. The company delivers technology-driven trade fairs and conferences worldwide, fostering industry collaboration, facilitating investment and accelerating innovation.

The exhibition centres on securing and expanding North America’s critical minerals supply chain. Key themes include strategies to enhance supply security, the development and scaling of domestic mining, refining and processing capacity, and innovation across the entire value chain – from raw minerals and specialised intermediates to high-performance materials for strategic industries. Particular emphasis is placed on technological advances for energy and defence applications, electric mobility, aerospace, electronics manufacturing and advanced industrial materials. Dedicated conference streams also address battery recycling, e-waste recycling, sustainability and the circular economy, with a focus on practical technologies, regulatory frameworks and investment models.

The exhibition showcase covers mining and mineral processing technologies, analytical and testing systems, refining and separation technologies, recycling facilities for batteries and electronic waste, digital monitoring and supply chain solutions, advanced materials for the semiconductor and automotive industries, as well as advisory and financial services for resource projects. In doing so, the event spans primary extraction, secondary recovery and downstream industrial processing – all essential components of a resilient and sustainable industrial base.

The exhibition is of strategic importance to the United States and, in particular, to the Atlanta region. For several years, the US has pursued a policy of reducing its reliance on international raw materials supply chains and securing key materials within its own economic sphere. As a major economic hub in the south-eastern United States, Atlanta offers excellent infrastructure, proximity to industrial clusters and strong international transport links, making it an ideal location for a flagship event of this nature.

Programme highlights include keynote addresses from industry and government leaders, practice-oriented panel discussions and presentations of cutting-edge technologies. The agenda also features best practice case studies, investor forums and targeted networking events.

Exhibitors represent the mining and minerals processing sectors, plant engineering, recycling technology, materials science, energy technology, automotive and aerospace, defence, electronics manufacturing, as well as consulting, finance and government bodies. Attendees include senior executives, technical decision-makers, procurement professionals, investors, policymakers, researchers and developers seeking practical solutions for resource security and production optimisation.

Beyond its strong technical focus, the exhibition benefits from its location. The Cobb Galleria Centre is conveniently situated close to major highways and approximately 30 minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Modern exhibition halls, professional conference facilities and Atlanta’s dynamic economic environment provide an ideal setting for an event dedicated to the long-term security of critical minerals.

The Critical Minerals Expo North America will take place on 2 days from Wednesday, 28. October to Thursday, 29. October 2026 in Atlanta.