American Resources Corp has revealed a new strategic initiative designed to modernize and strengthen traceability within the critical minerals sector. The company’s CEO, Mark Jensen, outlined that its subsidiary, ReElement Technologies, has entered into a Tokenization Services Agreement with SAGINT Inc., a firm specializing in digital asset infrastructure aimed at improving supply chain transparency and pricing accuracy. Alongside the agreement, American Resources plans to take an equity stake in SAGINT to support its technological and operational expansion.
Building a Blockchain-Enabled Traceability System
Jensen indicated that the partnership will allow the development and deployment of blockchain-based tokenization solutions that convert refined critical and rare earth minerals into fully traceable digital assets. These digital representations will function as verifiable warehouse receipts, ensuring that each batch of material can be tracked from its mining origin through the refining process and ultimately to end customers.
The new system is intended to create end-to-end provenance for high-purity minerals, embedding traceability directly within the supply chain infrastructure. Company leaders believe this framework will encourage stronger trust across domestic and international markets by improving transparency and eliminating information gaps that often complicate sourcing verification.
Enhancing Compliance and Financial Flexibility
The collaboration goes beyond traceability. Under the agreement, the tokenized assets will also support secure, cross-border financing mechanisms. The digital structure is expected to offer more flexible commercial settlement options and enable inventory-backed funding models for businesses engaged in the minerals trade.
In addition, the platform is being designed to align with evolving U.S. regulatory expectations related to national security, critical mineral sourcing, and supply chain transparency. By providing complete visibility into the origin, ownership, and logistics of these strategic materials, the system aims to meet the needs of both commercial buyers and defense-related stakeholders.
Strategic Equity Investment in SAGINT
As part of the partnership, American Resources has committed to taking an equity position in SAGINT. Jensen emphasized that the investment reflects strong confidence in SAGINT’s digital infrastructure and long-term growth potential. He also noted that this move fits within the company’s broader goal of incorporating advanced digital tools into its operational model while reinforcing supply chain strength across the United States.
The leadership team believes that participating directly in SAGINT’s development will accelerate innovation while ensuring that ReElement’s refined materials flow through a more transparent and compliant ecosystem.
Supporting Domestic Supply Chain Resilience
This initiative is closely aligned with American Resources’ mission to build fully traceable, environmentally responsible, and socially accountable supply chains for critical minerals. These materials play a vital role in electrification technologies, defense manufacturing, and large-scale infrastructure projects tied to next-generation industries.
By integrating ReElement’s refining expertise with SAGINT’s blockchain-driven infrastructure, the partners aim to set a higher benchmark for transparency, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency within the critical minerals market. The company expects that the collaboration will enhance both domestic resilience and global competitiveness at a time when supply chain reliability has become a strategic priority for governments and industries alike.
