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SBMA contributes to deep-sea biodiversity research through SIO collaboration
SBMA contributes to deep-sea biodiversity research through SIO collaboration

The Seabed Minerals Authority (SBMA) has contributed to a joint deep-sea biodiversity research project with the Second Institute of Oceanography (SIO), supporting work to strengthen scientific knowledge of deep-sea habitats and biodiversity data. 

SBMA participated in the Synthesis and Analysis of Biodiversity Data in Deep-Sea Habitats of the Northwest Pacific project, known as SADiNP, a collaboration with the Second Institute of Oceanography. 

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Media ReleaseDede MingiSBMA, Seabed Minerals Authority, Cook Islands Seabed Minerals, Deep-Sea Biodiversity, SADiNP, Second Institute of Oceanography, SIO, International Seabed Authortity (ISA), ISA, China Joint Training and Research Centre, JTRC, Tanga Morris Jnr, Knowledge Management Division, Deep-Sea Science, Biodiversity Data, Deep-Sea Imagery, Environmental Monitoring, Marine Environment, Ocean Governance, Science Based Decision Making, Knowledge Exchange, Cook Islands Capability, Responsible Stewardship, Marae Moana, Our Moana
SBMA Knowledge Management team prepares for 2026 Cook Islands ROV Exploration aboard NOAA Ship Okeanos Explorer
SBMA Knowledge Management team prepares for 2026 Cook Islands ROV Exploration aboard NOAA Ship Okeanos Explorer

The Seabed Minerals Authority’s Knowledge Management team is preparing to take part in the 2026 Cook Islands ROV Exploration aboard NOAA Ship Okeanos Explorer, a 26-day scientific cruise taking place from 19 July to 13 August 2026 in deep waters off the Cook Islands. 

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SBMA strengthens regulatory oversight through inspector role at sea
SBMA strengthens regulatory oversight through inspector role at sea

For more than three weeks at sea, SBMA Inspector Tanga Morris Jr observed offshore exploration activities during Moana Minerals Limited's (MML) Benthic Expedition 7, helping strengthen the Seabed Minerals Authority's (SBMA) role as the independent regulator of seabed minerals activities in the Cook Islands.

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Cook Islands’ Strategic Environmental Assessment Endorsed and Supported
Cook Islands’ Strategic Environmental Assessment Endorsed and Supported

The Seabed Minerals Authority and National Environment Service hosted a Regional Environmental Management Plan workshop that highlighted strong support for the nation’s science-based, precautionary approach to managing seabed minerals within Marae Moana.

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