Deep SEA Minerals Corp. Achieves Substantial Compliance Determination from Noaa Under Dshmra FOR Seabed Mineral Concessions
DEEP SEA MINERALS CORP. ACHIEVES SUBSTANTIAL
COMPLIANCE DETERMINATION FROM NOAA UNDER
DSHMRA FOR SEABED MINERAL CONCESSIONS
Vancouver, British Columbia – June 1 , 2026 – Deep Sea Minerals Corp. (CSE: SEAS)
(OTCQB: DSEAF) (FSE: X450) (" Deep Sea Minerals " or the " Company"), is pleased to
announce that the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (“NOAA”) has determined
that the Company’s application submitted under the Deep Seabed Hard Mineral Resources Act
(“DSHMRA”) is in substantial compliance with applicable U.S. regulatory requirements.
The determination represents an important milestone in the federal review process governing
exploration and commercial recovery activities for polymetallic nodules in areas beyond national
jurisdiction. NOAA administers the DSHMRA framework for U.S. companies seeking
authorization for deep seabed mineral activities.
“This marks a significant step forward for Deep Sea Minerals and reinforces our commitment to
advancing responsible, science -based development of critical mineral resources ,” said James
Deckelman, Chief Executive Officer of Deep Sea Minerals . “We believe the United States is
increasingly recognizing the strategic importance of secure and diversified critical mineral supply
chains, and we are proud to be participating in that emerging framework.”
The Company believes this milestone positions Deep Sea Minerals as one of only three publicly
traded or public -market pathway companies to have received a NOAA substantial compliance
determination under the DSHMRA regulatory process. NOAA’s determination of substantial
compliance confirms that the Company’s application contains the information required to advance
through the federal review process, representing a significant milestone in the Company’s strategy
to participate in the emerging U.S. critical mineral supply chain. The determination does not
constitute a decision regarding certification of the application or the issuance or transfer of any
license or permit.
Upon full application approval, The Company’s seabed mineral concession spans approximately
150,000 km2 within the Pacific Ocean across offshore exploration blocks defined by geographic
coordinates under NOAA’s DSHMRA framework. The scale and strategic position of the
concession area provide the Company with exposure to one of the larger U.S.- aligned seabed
mineral land positions within the emerging deep sea critical minerals sector.
Deep Sea Minerals continues to support a transparent and environmentally responsible approach
to deep seabed mineral development, including ongoing scientific assessment, stakeholder
engagement, and adherence to evolving regulatory standards.
Polymetallic nodules found on the deep ocean floor contain critical minerals including nickel,
cobalt, copper, and manganese, which are essential inputs for electrification, energy infrastructure,
defense applications, and advanced manufacturing technologies.
ABOUT DEEP SEA MINERALS CORP.
Deep Sea Minerals Corp. is a s eabed mineral exploration and development company focused on
evaluating opportunities to support the future supply of critical minerals through the acquisition,
exploration, and development of deep-sea mineral assets.
The Company’s strategy is centered on identifying jurisdictions and geological settings with
potential exposure to polymetallic nodule systems, which are recognized for containing
combinations of metals that may be relevant to defense, industrial manufacturing, clean energy
infrastructure, advanced electronics, and artificial intelligence-related supply chains. These seabed
resources represent a largely undeveloped component of the global mineral supply base and are the
subject of increasing policy, scientific, and regulatory attention worldwide.
As part of this process, the Company has commenced early -stage engagement with select ed
governments and regulatory bodies in the Pacific Ocean region to assess potential pathways for
future exploration initiatives, subject to applicable international, national, and environmental
frameworks.
For further information, please see the Company’s website: https://www.deepseamineralscorp.com
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ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD
“James A. Deckelman”
James A. Deckelman, Chief Executive Officer
For further information, please contact:
James A. Deckelman
Chief Executive Officer
Phone: 1-281-467-1279
Email: [email protected]
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this release and has neither approved nor disapproved the contents of this press release.
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statements contained in this news release include, but are not limited to, statements about the
timing and receipt of regulatory approval for the Share Split, the Company’s plans, objectives and
strategies, expected benefits of subsea mineral exploration and development, and all of the risks
and uncertainties normally incident to such events . Such forward-looking statements are subject
to a number of assumptions, risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond the control of the
Company. Although the Company believes the expectations expressed in such forward- looking
statements are based on reasonable assumptions, such stateme nts are not guarantees of future
performance and actual results may differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements.