Deep-sea ecosystems are among the least disturbed environments on Earth — and that comes with a duty to proceed carefully. We believe that responsible deep-sea mineral development must be grounded in science, transparency, strong governance, and measurable performance.
Our commitment is to build a company that earns trust through data and accountability, not claims. That means setting clear standards for how we evaluate environmental risk, engage stakeholders, and align our work with evolving regulatory expectations.
Our Responsibility Framework
We approach responsibility through five core pillars:
Science-First Decision Making
We prioritize independent research, baseline ecosystem studies, and continuous monitoring. We support rigorous data collection before, during, and after any activity – with the goal of understanding impacts and reducing uncertainty.
Environmental Precaution & Adaptive Management
We recognize that the deep ocean recovers slowly and that some impacts may be difficult to reverse. Our approach is designed to be precautionary, with clear thresholds, iterative learning, and operational adjustments based on measured outcomes.
Transparency & Traceability
We believe responsible operators must be transparent. Our goal is to support traceable, auditable reporting – from environmental monitoring and governance practices to mineral chain-of-custody and supply chain integrity.
Strong Governance & Regulatory Alignment
Deep-sea mineral development must align with national laws, international frameworks, and best-practice standards. We support clear regulation, credible oversight, and compliance designed to protect ecosystems and ensure accountability.
Respectful Stakeholder Engagement
Responsibility includes listening. We aim to engage constructively with scientists, regulators, communities, and civil society, and to address concerns through evidence, transparency, and meaningful dialogue.