Mariana Minerals

Mariana Minerals is a software-first, vertically integrated minerals company founded in 2023-2024, with headquarters in San Francisco, California, and major operations in Houston, Texas.

The company is recognized as the world's only software-centric minerals project developer and operator, focusing on transforming the mining industry through advanced technology, including artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML). Mariana Minerals manages the entire value chain, from proprietary asset identification to mineral rights acquisition and end-to-end project development. The company specializes in producing battery-grade lithium salts, refined copper, and nickel, targeting sectors such as energy, AI infrastructure, and defense technologies. Its proprietary software platform, MarianaOS, enhances operational efficiency and integrates autonomous systems for improved mineral production. With a mission to rebuild the U.S. domestic supply chain for strategic resources, Mariana Minerals aims to set new standards for speed, efficiency, and sustainability in the mining sector. The company has secured over $85 million in funding, enabling it to advance its innovative projects and contribute to national security by ensuring a reliable supply of critical minerals.