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Cook Islands Bathymetry

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  • Zones

The Cook Islands has tremendous resources of polymetallic nodules and fascinating bathymetry. This 3D model shows the Cook Islands, bathymetry data, and the license areas.

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Cook Islands EEZ Resource Estimate

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Assessment of the mineral resources located in various license blocks in the Cook Islands Exclusive Economic Zone

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Penrhyn Basin

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  • Zones

The Penrhyn Basin lies predominantly in the Cook Islands EEZ, and is generally considered the second most promising polymetallic nodule field after the Clarion-Clipperton Zone. For this reason, it has attracted significant investment and attention.

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Nodule composition in the CCZ versus Cook Islands

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  • Geology

Both the Clarion-Clipperton Zone and the Cook Islands EEZ contain polymetallic nodules that appear superficially similar. However, there are differences in composition between the two zones that critically impact project economics.

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