ABS Chosen by Allseas for Their Deep Sea Mineral Collection Project
Drillship to be Converted to ABS-Class Subsea Mining Vessel(ROTTERDAM) A former drillship is being converted to an ABS-Classed subsea mining vessel, in an industry first. Allseas’ 228-meter Hidden Gem is being equipped with a deep-sea mineral collection system to recover polymetallic nodules from the ocean floor and transfer them to the surface for transportation to shore. The nodules contain high grades of nickel, manganese, copper and cobalt—key metals required for building electric vehicle batteries and renewable energy technologies. In partnership with The Metals Company, Allseas