Singapore legislation

Section 14

of Deep Seabed Mining Act 2015

Section 14

Suspension or revocation of licence

(1)

The Minister may suspend or revoke a licence if —

(a)

the licensee has contravened the provisions of this Act or the conditions of the licence;

(b)

the corresponding ISA contract is suspended for any reason;

(c)

the Minister is satisfied that the licensee has not been carrying on, or will not be able to carry on, the licensee’s exploration or exploitation activities in a proper and satisfactory manner; or

(d)

the Minister is satisfied that it is in Singapore’s interest to suspend or revoke the licence.

(2)

If the Minister revokes a licence, the Minister may withdraw any certificate of sponsorship issued to the licensee.