Mkango says first commissioning runs completed at HyProMag Germany rare-earth magnet plant

Mkango says HyProMag GmbH has completed its first commissioning runs at a rare-earth magnet recycling and manufacturing plant in Pforzheim, Germany.

The company said the milestone covers the commercial-scale HPMS vessel at the site. Mkango added that final commissioning steps still remain before an opening ceremony planned for April 28, 2026.

The plant is part of HyProMag Germany’s push to build a domestic rare-earth magnet recycling and manufacturing capability. The commissioning update suggests the project is moving from construction toward operational startup.

The announcement surfaced on April 9 through republished company coverage, including Barchart and TipRanks mirrors of the original release. No conflicting details appeared in the material reviewed for this story.

For now, the key takeaway is that the German facility has reached a major operational milestone, with the formal opening still ahead later this month.