International Seabed Authority

The following maps are produced by the Authority. The images below are low-resolution maps to facilitate a faster download. For a high resolution image - right click the high-res link and click Save Link As.

Alternatively A web-enabled interface of the ISA Geographic Information System displaying resource data from the Central Data Repository (CDR) is now accessible online.  The system will continue to be developed as a platform to integrate available information and additional data from various sources.

General maps are also available in the Central Data Repository.

High-Res image (5.6 mb): Polymetallic Nodules Exploration Areas in the Clarion-Clipperton Fracture Zone

High-Res image (5.2 mb): Polymetallic Nodules and Polymetallic Sulphides Exploration Areas in the Indian Ocean

High Res image (4.9 mb): Polymetallic Sulphides Exploration Areas in the Mid-Atlantic Ridge

Mineral Resources in the South Pacific Ocean (3 mb)

Polymetallic sulphide deposits on the seabed (2.5 mb)

Geographic areas of interest for cobalt-rich crusts (1.5 mb)