Seabed mining project a 'great argument' for fast-tracking

Seabed mining project a 'great argument' for fast-tracking
Trans-Tasman Resources has been trying to consent a seabed mining operation near Taranaki for more than 10 years. (Image: Getty)
Oliver Lewis
A controversial seabed mining operation was described as a great argument for the fast-track regime by the panel convened to vet projects for fast-tracking.The Fast-track Projects Advisory Group, chaired by David Tapsell, held several meetings in 2024 to assess projects submitted for inclusion in the new law.BusinessDesk requested minutes from the meetings under the Official Information Act (OIA).The group gave 46 projects the highest priority ranking for scheduling in the Fast-track Approvals Act, including a proposal by Trans-Tasman Reso...

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