BlueTIDE 2026 Applications are Open!

We’re excited to announce that our fellow Polaris organization, Polaris Tech Bridge (formerly 401 Tech Bridge), will be hosting BlueTIDE 2026 in Newport on August 27. This premier event brings together innovators, industry leaders, government stakeholders, and researchers to showcase cutting-edge maritime and dual-use technologies through live, opportunity-driven demonstrations. 

BlueTIDE offers multiple ways to engage: 

• Demonstrate – Is your company ready to put your technology to the test? Apply by Friday, May 22, 2026, for the opportunity to participate in a live, in-water Collaborative Integration Opportunity. 

• Exhibit – Do you want to showcase your technology tabletop or shoreside? Showcase Alley offers companies opportunities to engage attendees and highlight your capabilities. Apply TODAY!

• Sponsor – Position your brand in front of a targeted audience across defense, industry, and academia. Increase your visibility and align with mission driven innovation. Connect TODAY! 

• Attend – Experience cutting-edge maritime and undersea technologies in action. Connect with innovators, funders, and DoD stakeholders, and discover emerging dual-use solutions. Register TODAY!

Learn more and apply at the BlueTIDE website! Be sure to follow us on social media and sign up for our newsletter as we share updates leading up to the event.