Metlen Signs Long-Term Gallium Deal With Japanese Chemical Firm
Greek industrial group Metlen has secured a new long-term agreement with a major Japanese chemical company for European gallium supply.
ATHENS and LONDON — Greek industrial and energy group Metlen has announced a long-term commercial agreement with a major Japanese chemical company for the supply of gallium, underscoring rising global demand for European-sourced critical minerals, the company said Oct. 5, 2026.
The deal adds to a growing list of international commercial interest in Metlen's gallium production, positioning the Athens-based company as a significant player in the global supply chain for the strategic metal. Gallium is a key material used in semiconductors, solar panels, and defense electronics, making it a focal point for nations and corporations seeking to diversify supply away from dominant producers.
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The agreement with the unnamed Japanese firm highlights how demand for gallium sourced outside of China — which controls the vast majority of global output — is intensifying among major industrial economies. Japan, a leading manufacturer of semiconductors and advanced electronics, has been among the countries most actively seeking alternative supply chains for critical raw materials.
Metlen's ability to attract a long-term partner from Japan signals growing confidence in European gallium production capacity and the company's ability to meet international commercial standards. The announcement was made simultaneously in Athens and London, reflecting the company's dual footing in European industrial and financial markets.
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