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NOAA Review of Deep Seabed Mining Exploration License Application from American Deep Sea Minerals, Inc.

NOAA, under the Department of Commerce, is reviewing an application from American Deep Sea Minerals, Inc. (ADSM) for a license to conduct deep seabed mining exploration in the South Penrhyn Basin, South Pacific Ocean. - Government Buyer: - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Department of Commerce - OEM/Vendor: - American Deep Sea Minerals, Inc. (ADSM) - Products/Services Requested: - No products, equipment, or services are being procured; this is a regulatory review of an exploration license application - Notable Requirements: - Application is for a deep seabed mining exploration license under the Deep Seabed Hard Mineral Resources Act (DSHMRA) - NOAA is soliciting public comments and will hold a virtual public hearing - Participation in the hearing requires registration; comments must be in English - The process is focused on regulatory compliance and public input, not procurement of goods or services

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NOAA has received an application from American Deep Sea Minerals, Inc. for a license to conduct seabed mining exploration activities in the South Penrhyn Basin of the South Pacific Ocean. The application complies with the Deep Seabed Hard Mineral Resources Act and its regulations. NOAA will hold a virtual public hearing on July 1, 2026, and accept written comments until August 3, 2026. The public hearing will be conducted virtually via Adobe Connect, and comments can be submitted electronically through regulations.gov.

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