Advancing the Future of Ocean Technology
Building the Infrastructure for Maritime Autonomy
The Ocean Tech Hub is advancing a portfolio of transformative projects designed to accelerate the development, testing, commercialization, and deployment of Autonomous Marine Systems (AMS) and related ocean technologies across Rhode Island and Southeastern Massachusetts. Together, these projects create a first-of-its-kind Build–Test–Refine infrastructure that helps innovators move technologies from concept to market faster while strengthening national security, economic competitiveness, and the region's leadership in ocean technology.
PROJECTS
America's Marine Test Range Network
Establish the nation's first industry-focused network of marine test ranges.
- Expand access to in-water & subsea testing
- Enhance testing infrastructure across the region
- Create a secure, digitally connected testing network
- Connect multiple test sites
Rapid Prototyping Centers
Create shared facilities that allow innovators to rapidly build, integrate, & refine technologies.
- Waterfront facilities with flexible workspaces.
- Secure validation spaces
- High-bay fabrication labs & test tanks
- Manufacturing equipment & data visualization tools
Test Access Network
Entry point to the region's resources, reducing barriers to testing & deployment.
- Streamlined concierge access to equipment & testing assets
- Vessel coordination
- Scheduling & logistic support
- Startups & emerging technology support
Maritime Readiness Workforce
Align workforce development directly with industry demand.
- Robotics, autonony & advanced manufacturing training
- Cybersecurity and CMMC readiness
- Industry-recognized credentials
- Workforce data & performance systems
PROJECTED IMPACT
Our strategy addresses critical barriers to innovation by creating a Build-Test-Refine solution that helps technologies move from concept to market adoption faster.
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