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Leonardo has initiated a program focused on recovering metal scraps from its production sites to establish a sustainable supply chain for titanium, aluminium, and magnesium in Europe. This initiative aligns with the Critical Raw Materials Act (CRMA) by reducing reliance on imports outside the EU and promoting the use of secondary raw materials with high recycled content.

The program employs advanced cleaning, separation, and briquetting technologies to convert scraps into certified by-products, ensuring high-quality feedstock for foundries and steelworks. This effort aims to minimize waste, enhance material traceability, and provide raw materials suitable for aeronautical and defense applications, thus strengthening supply chain resilience. The construction phase of the project is currently underway.