Phase 2 projects include:
A collaboration between the University of Rhode Island, Brown University, and the University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth to provide access to top-of-the-line test tanks, dedicated salt and fresh water testing facilities, and legal and other technical assistance for businesses in the OTH—even those not affiliated with the universities
A co-working and light manufacturing space in Bristol, RI, for robotics entrepreneurs and startups as they design, build, prototype, test and commercialize undersea robotics and advanced materials. Direct water access for testing and demonstration is a stone’s throw away.
Dockside, near-shore and permanent deep offshore testing facilities in New Bedford, MA, available for businesses in the OTH, especially those in the clean energy sectors.
A digital architecture of the waters in SE New England that will enable faster technology commercialization from existing and new companies by leveraging the digital tools to iterate new solutions faster and more cost-effectively.
Employer-driven training programs managed through the Real Jobs Rhode Island program (RJRI), as well as wraparound supports for trainees, K-12 student learning and exposure opportunities.
An upcoming Ocean Tech Challenge, supportive accelerator and venture mentoring, and investor summit will address unmet needs of second-stage and Tier 2 businesses in the area and bring a concierge approach to business growth.
Join us in our mission to elevate Southeastern New England as a global hub for undersea ocean technology development and commercialization
Our vision is a region where residents from all communities – especially in historically disadvantaged areas – see a viable pathway into sustaining careers, all small businesses see increased client or customer base, and where new jobs and new business comes online rapidly through commercialization of innovative Ocean Technologies.
