Premier Graphene, Inc. (OTC: BIEI), together with its joint venture partners including HGI Industrial Technologies SAPI, announced the successful completion and delivery of its first military-related order to Mexico's Secretaría de la Defensa Nacional (SEDENA). The order, issued through the Dirección General de Fábrica de Vestuario y Equipo (FAVE), was delivered and passed preliminary inspection on May 8, 2026. This milestone marks the first tranche of goods and sets the stage for follow-on discussions involving military-grade protective plates, graphene-enhanced tactical equipment, and advanced materials for personnel and vehicle protection systems.
Management believes that successful fulfillment under the SEDENA-linked procurement framework will lead to broader opportunities across Latin America. Mexico, with a GDP exceeding $1.4 trillion, is one of the largest defense and infrastructure markets in the region, with growing investment in modernization and domestic manufacturing. Pedro Mendez, President of Premier Graphene and HGI, stated, "This first completed delivery represents an important operational and strategic milestone. Successfully meeting delivery timelines and passing inspection standards demonstrates our production capability and execution readiness."
The company's graphene-enhanced products are positioned to address increasing global demand for lightweight, high-strength advanced materials across military and industrial sectors. Lic. Emmanuel Hernández Rico added, "Completing and delivering the initial order is a critical step toward potentially expanding our role as a supplier within Mexico and throughout Latin America." Premier Graphene remains engaged in discussions surrounding future procurement opportunities and broader defense applications tied to government initiatives.
HGI Industrial Technologies SAPI, a Mexico-based company specializing in advanced carbon material production using proprietary bio-based graphene technology, supports Premier Graphene's operations. The joint venture leverages strong domestic partnerships to bridge international technologies into high-value sectors, including defense, infrastructure, and energy. HGI also maintains access to graphite mining resources and is pursuing rare earth mineral contracts. More information about HGI is available at https://www.hgiindustrialtechnologies.com.
Premier Graphene focuses on developing high-performance graphene materials from sustainable sources like industrial hemp. The company aims to deliver innovative solutions that enhance protection, efficiency, and sustainability across multiple industries. For updates on Premier Graphene, subscribe at https://premiergrapheneinc.com/contact.
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