The Ocean Critical Minerals Forum brings together technical experts, commercial leaders, and decision-makers to advance the U.S. ocean critical minerals industry. As demand for critical minerals grows, the Forum will create a dedicated venue for collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and new commercial opportunities.

Connecting organizations from across the value chain, the Forum will explore priorities including exploration technologies, marine operations, collection systems, environmental monitoring, supply chain development, financing, risk, workforce, and emerging technologies—all with a focus on accelerating commercial readiness and industry growth.

Agenda at a Glance

*Agenda subject to change.

Tuesday, April 13th
  • Opening Remarks
    1:05 PM - 1:20 PM
  • Workshops & Panels
    1:20 PM - 2:55 PM
  • Networking Break
    2:55 PM - 3:15 PM
  • Workshops & Panels
    3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
  • Closing Plenary
    4:15 PM -5:00 PM
  • Networking Reception
    5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Wednesday, April 14th
  • Networking Breakfast
    7:30 AM - 8:50 AM
  • Plenary Remarks
    9:00 AM - 9:10 AM
  • Workshops & Panels
    9:10 AM - 10:30 AM
  • Networking Break
    10:30 AM - 10:50 AM
  • Workshops & Panels
    10:50 AM - 12:05 PM
  • Networking Lunch
    12:05 PM - 1:05 PM
  • Workshops & Panels
    1:05 PM - 2:55 PM
  • Networking Break
    2:55 PM - 3:15 PM
  • Workshops & Panels
    3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
  • Closing Plenary & Remarks
    4:15 PM - 5:00 PM