Examines the process for the delineation of the outer continental shelf and speculates on the location and feasibility of extraction of the various non-living resources which may occur in these areas.
Originally prepared as a background paper for a seminar on the issues associated with Article 82 and was subsequently extensively revised to take into account the views expressed by the invited experts who participated in the seminar. Includes bibliographic references. Also available in electronic format: http://www.isa.org.jm/files/documents/EN/Pubs/TechStudy5.pdf