NOAA finds TMC's deep-sea mining license applications substantially compliant, granting priority right

TMC the metals Co Inc.

NOAA determined TMC USA's exploration license apps for USA-A and USA-B areas are in substantial compliance under DSHMRA.
TMC USA granted priority of right to receive exploration licenses per 15 C.F.R. § 970.209 and 30 U.S.C. § 1413(b).
NOAA specified items to address before full compliance; TMC USA plans to submit amended applications in coming days.
This is a step toward obtaining formal exploration licenses for polymetallic nodules in the Clarion-Clipperton Zone.
TMC the metals Company common shares (TMC) trade on Nasdaq; warrants (TMCWW) also listed.

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