On March 11, 2026, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced its progress on a deep-sea mining initiative.
This development has drawn attention from various stakeholders, particularly in the context of environmental and resource management.
The initiative is linked to The Metals Company's bid for mining rights in the Pacific, which has been a topic of discussion in related reports.
Updates
Update at 11:33 UTC on 2026-05-29
Mining & Resources reported NOAA advances The Metals Company's Pacific mining bid Oceanographic Magazine.
Sources: Mining & Resources