Tag: Ocean Tech Hub
In R.I.’s emerging industries, it’s all about collaboration
On March 11, 2026, PBN brought together business and government leaders to discuss challenges and opportunities surrounding Rhode Island’s sciences industry and ocean economy....
Driving Forces: Christian Cowan
Christian Cowan
University of Rhode Island Research Foundation executive director;
Polaris Tech Bridge Executive director
THE SO-CALLED blue economy has become a massive focus of economic...
Panelists: Skills gaps, limited worker pool posing challenges in R.I.’s blue...
When the average person hears the phrase, “the Bay Area,” their thoughts typically turn to San Francisco Bay.
Ben Sorkin, CEO of Flux Marine Ltd.,...
Invest to make blue economy dreams real
Rhode Island’s 400 miles of coastline offer many easily accessible boat landing points, yet it plays a limited role in serving the state’s daily...
PBN summit panelists: Blue tech, life sciences face ‘a pivotal point’
PROVIDENCE – While drivers battle rush hour traffic on the Washington Bridge, Flux Marine CEO Ben Sorkin’s commute is smooth sailing – almost literally.
Making...
State awards $9.7M in blue economy grants
BRISTOL – Gathered at Unity Park on Wednesday morning, state and business leaders recalled a much different picture of the business center.
Outgoing R.I. Commerce...
Summer 2025 Blue & You Regional Speaker Series launches June 18
NEWPORT – The fifth annual Summer 2025 Blue & You Regional Speaker Series, a collaboration between Innovate Newport, Ocean Tech Hub and the Grow Blue Strategy,...
Brown declared top educational institution in Providence for tech enthusiasts
PROVIDENCE – With a 6-1 student-to-faculty ratio and a strong focus on artificial intelligence, Brown University ranks highest among college choices for technology enthusiasts in Providence,...
ROOM TO GROW: Marine trades offer jobs, training for all ages
Garrett McKinnon wanted to advance his career. He was working long hours at a boatyard and enjoyed it but wanted more.
As he researched educational...
HUB SNUB: Can R.I.’s effort to build blue economy weather missing...
With a team of researchers spread coast to coast, Nereid Biomaterials had a few options when looking for a place to set up a...
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