American Rare Earths Appoints Matthew Gili to Drive Halleck Creek Before H2 2026 Nasdaq Listing
B•Matthew Gili, with 25 years at Rio Tinto and Barrick, joins American Rare Earths’ board as non-executive director to advance the Halleck Creek Rare Earths Project in Wyoming. His appointment strengthens the Technical Committee as the company targets a Nasdaq compliance listing in H2 2026.
1. Appointment of Matthew Gili
Matthew Gili, president and CEO of Ur-Energy Inc, will join American Rare Earths’ board as a non-executive director, pending completion of Australian regulatory formalities. He brings over 25 years of mine development and operational experience with Rio Tinto, Barrick and uranium operations in Wyoming.
2. Role in Halleck Creek Project
Upon formal appointment, Gili will sit on the Technical Committee and contribute to the Definitive Feasibility Study for the Halleck Creek Rare Earths Project, which is the largest known rare earth deposit in the United States by total rare earth oxide content.
3. Nasdaq Compliance Listing Plans
The board renewal is part of the company’s strategy to secure a Nasdaq compliance listing in the second half of 2026 while maintaining its primary listing, aiming to enhance access to U.S. capital markets and signal commitment to U.S. investors.
4. Consideration of U.S. Domicile
American Rare Earths is evaluating a full U.S. domicile in 2027, subject to a prospective shareholder vote, to align corporate structure with its planned U.S. market presence.
