Collaboration at Sea: Cook Islands Completes Marine Scientific Research Cruise Aboard R/V Da Yang Hao

The Cook Islands has completed a week-long marine scientific research cruise aboard the R/V Da Yang Hao, strengthening national ocean-science capability and deepening understanding of our deep-ocean environment within our Marae Moana. The cruise, conducted under Cook Islands jurisdiction and in accordance with national marine scientific research protocols, brought together representatives from the Cook Islands and their scientific counterparts for hands-on learning, data collection, and cross-cultural exchange.

Landmark Deepsea Environment Moorings Successfully Deployed in the Cook Islands

The Cook Islands has reached a significant milestone with the first-ever deployment of three deep-sea environmental monitoring mooring arrays north of Aitutaki (figure 1). Conducted under approved exploration licences, this initiative was a joint effort between Moana Minerals Limited (MML) and Cobalt Seabed Resources Limited (CSR).

Media ReleaseDede Mingi4 March 2025Cook Islands, Deepsea Research, Ocean Science, Responsible Exploration, Seabed Minerals, Deep Sea Monitoring, Marine Conservation, Sustainable Oceans, Environmental Research, Climate Action, Scientific Exploration, Moana Science, Pacific Innovation, Ocean Data, Marine Ecosystem, Blue Economy, Future Oceans

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