Investing in Niobium

Niobium is frequently alloyed with steel because of it strength. It is lightweight and strong at high temperatures, making it perfect for missiles and other aerospace applications. It also sees use in the nuclear and superconducting industries.

Wah Chang Niobium - http://www.wahchang.com/pages/products/data/niobium/default.htm - Yet another specialty of the Allegheny Technologies (NYSE: ATI) division, Wah Chang provides a wide array of niobium products and niobium alloys.

Allegheny Technologies (NYSE: ATI) - The diversified specialty metals company produces niobium, as well as hafnium, zirconium, nickel and cobalt alloys, and titanium.