Las Vegas, Nevada – TheNewswire - February 20, 2026 - Western Magnesium Corporation (“WMC”)
A leader in innovative and sustainable magnesium production, WMC has moved into their brand new, state-of-the-art facility spanning 44,000 square feet.
Strategically located 20 minutes from the iconic Las Vegas Strip, this brand-new facility marks a major milestone in the company’s expansion and operational capabilities.
The facility will serve as the new home for the company’s fully revamped and redeveloped Demonstration Plant. This cutting-edge plant represents a significant upgrade, designed to accelerate prototyping, showcase next-generation processes, and support scaled production and testing of eco-friendly magnesium metal.
Assembly of the Demonstration Plant is now underway, with an aggressive target completion timeline of six months fast-tracked schedule that underscores the company’s commitment to rapid innovation and execution.
“This new facility positions us at the forefront of sustainable magnesium production,” said Sam Ataya, Executive Chairman and CEO of Western Magnesium Corporation. “By combining world-class infrastructure with a prime location near Las Vegas, we’re not only enhancing our demonstration and development capabilities but also creating exciting opportunities for collaboration, talent attraction, and industry leadership.”
The facility’s proximity to the Las Vegas Strip offers unparalleled access to major transportation hubs, talent pools, and business networks, making it an ideal hub for demonstrations, client visits, and strategic partnerships.
"I am excited to welcome Western Magnesium Corporation to North Las Vegas. Their expansion here is a testament to the strength of our business community in North Las Vegas and will offer real, meaningful careers to our residents," said North Las Vegas Mayor Pamela Goynes-Brown.
Further details on the Demonstration Plant’s capabilities and upcoming milestones will be shared as assembly progresses.
About Western Magnesium Corporation
Western Magnesium Corporation is a pioneering company dedicated to becoming a low-cost producer of green, primary magnesium metal—a strategic commodity prized for its strength and lightweight qualities—using proprietary advanced technology that produces 99.8% pure magnesium directly from the reactor prior to refinement, while minimizing environmental impact.
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