Kick-off fREEmag

The fREEmag project officially kicked off on April 20, 2026, bringing together a consortium of leading academic and industrial partners. This pioneering initiative aims to accelerate the development of high-performance, rare-earth-free hard magnetic materials. By combining integrated multi-scale modelling with advanced experimental techniques, the project seeks to reduce dependence on critical raw materials used in electric vehicle motors and wind turbines.

At its core, fREEmag focuses on understanding and controlling the relationships between processing, structure, and properties in MnBi-based hard magnets. This approach ensures that the resulting materials are not only high-performing but also sustainable and commercially viable. By tightly linking theory, simulation, and data-driven AI, the project bridges the gap between atomic-scale discovery and industrial-scale production.

Through close collaboration between academia and industry, the consortium is building a fast and efficient development pipeline for next-generation green technologies. In doing so, fREEmag strengthens supply chain resilience and positions its partners at the forefront of the global shift toward a sustainable and circular economy.