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Nature of Operations (Details) | Sep. 30, 2022 km²
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NORI |
Exclusive rights to explore for polymetallic nodules: |
Area of exploration granted (in square km) | 74,830
TOML |
Exclusive rights to explore for polymetallic nodules: |
Area of exploration granted (in square km) | 74,713
Marawa |
Exclusive rights to explore for polymetallic nodules: |
Area of exploration granted (in square km) | 74,990

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