Aterian plc focuses on the exploration and development of critical and strategic metals, primarily copper, lithium, and tantalum. The company operates in Africa, with significant activities in Botswana, Rwanda, and Morocco, where it holds multiple exploration licenses. Aterian generates revenue through its mineral trading platform, Eastinco Limited, which establishes supply relationships with artisanal and small-scale mining producers, alongside its exploration efforts. The company aims to support sustainable supply chains for essential metals that are vital for the global energy transition and technological development.