Compliance
Permitted, documented, insured.
Offshore mining sits inside a regulatory framework that takes years to enter and continuous work to stay inside. That barrier protects the operators who have cleared it.
Discharge authorization
| Authority | Identifier | Scope |
|---|---|---|
| Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation | AKG374036 | Offshore mining discharge authorization — Nome offshore |
Vessel documentation
| Vessel | Official no. | Hull | Endorsements |
|---|---|---|---|
| M/V Nikola | 617891 | Steel, 1980 | Coastwise, Registry |
| M/V Stryker | ST-695 | Steel, 1944 | Coastwise |
Corporate structure
| Entity | Jurisdiction | Role |
|---|---|---|
| True North Mining LLC | Minnesota, registered in Alaska | Parent |
| Nikola Holdings, LLC | Wyoming | Offshore mining vessel operations |
| Stryker Marine, LLC | Minnesota | Marine support, crew transport, logistics |
Safety and insurance. The fleet carries marine insurance, and vessel safety equipment including EPIRB emergency beacons is maintained to commercial standards. Crew work under written agreements and defined rotations.