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Nodules in Japanese EEZ at Minamitorishima

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A large polymetallic nodule field has been located approximately 1800km southeas of mainland Japan in the Japanese EEZ. It contains around 230million tons of dense nodules with high grades of Cobalt and Copper, making it very commercially attractive.

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Cook Islands Bathymetry

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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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Penrhyn Basin

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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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Deep Sea Mining in the Clarion-Clipperton Zone

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There is a long and interesting history of deep sea mining projects in the Clarion-Clipperton Zone; from the operations of the Kennecott Consortium in the 1970s, through to ongoing work by The Metals Company.

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Clarion-Clipperton Zone

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The Clarion-Clipperton Zone is a vast area of polymetallic nodule deposits located in the Northern Pacific Ocean. It represents one of the most compelling deep sea mining opportunities.

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Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ)

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Exclusive Economic Zones (EEZs) grant states special rights over the exploration and use of marine resources, and so offer an alternate means of licensing sea bed mining.

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