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TMC Secures $85M for Eco-Friendly Deep-Sea Mining

6/18/2025

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Story summary
  • TMC the Metals Company Inc. specializes in deep-sea mining for vital minerals like nickel and cobalt for clean energy.
  • The company holds rights to 225,000 square kilometers of Pacific seabed, prioritizing eco-friendly extraction methods.
  • A partnership with Korea Zinc raised $85.2 million, resulting in a 28.8% stock increase.
  • TMC's pilot collection of over 3,000 metric tons of nodules establishes its industry leadership.
  • The company seeks to transform the battery materials supply chain while tackling environmental and regulatory issues.