What Sets BlueTIDE Apart
BlueTIDE is not a conference.
It is a working waterfront laboratory—delivering live, integrated, multi domain mission demonstrations that show how emerging technologies perform in realistic maritime conditions.
Experience a full day of high impact demonstrations and elite networking, including:
- In-Water Demonstration
Coordinated demonstrations featuring autonomous systems (UxS), counter UxS defenses, and multidomain awareness technologies operating together in real time.
The BlueTIDE 2026 Collaborative Integration Opportunity will occur on August 27, 2026, at Sail Newport, located in Newport, Rhode Island.
Technical Focus Areas to include:
- Multi-Domain Autonomous Systems (UxS)
- Counter UxS and Defensive Autonomous Capabilities
- Maritime and Undersea Domain Awareness Technologies
- Modeling, Simulation, and Digital Mission Environments
- Showcase Alley
Cutting-edge prototypes from industry leading companies will showcase their cutting-edge dual use technologies through static displays and shoreside, hands-on testing. - Strategic Networking
Connections with DoD personnel, Navy buyers, engineers, and leadership, system integrators, and venture capital firms focused on dual use technologies. - Office Hours
One on one with key government, industry, and investment stakeholders to explore collaboration, transition, and funding pathways. (Limited availability – Companies will participate in a selection process.)
Sponsors
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Who Should Attend
BlueTIDE is purpose built for professionals actively shaping the future of maritime and undersea operations:
- Government & DoD Personnel
Discover mission relevant, ready to deploy solutions - Technology Developers & Startups
Showcase innovations directly to operators, integrators, and funders - Academia & Researchers
Connect theoretical breakthroughs to real world operational needs - Investors & Industry Leaders
Identify the next wave of opportunities across defense and commercial maritime markets
If your work touches autonomy, sensing, data, or maritime operations,
Why Attend BlueTIDE 2026
- See technologies perform live—not in slides or simulations.
- Engage directly with mission stakeholders and funders.
- Identify dual use applications across defense and commercial markets.
- Build relationships that accelerate testing, transition, and adoption.
- Experience innovation on the water in historic Newport, Rhode Island.
This is where concepts become capabilities—and where conversations turn into collaborations.
Schedule
Date: August 27, 2026
Location: Sail Newport, 72 Fort Adams Dr, Newport, RI 02840
Parking: Free, on‑site
Agenda
- 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM – BlueTIDE Select Exhibitor Setup
- 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM – In-Water Collaborative Integration Opportunity (Alofsin Piers)
- 9:00 AM – Exhibitor Setup Begins
- 10:30 AM – Attendee Registration Opens
- 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM – Showcase Alley, Shoreside Demonstrations & Networking
- 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM – 1:1 Government Office Hours
Spaces limited and will be assigned based on availability. - 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM – BlueTIDE Featured Technology Demonstrations
A series of hand-selected demonstrations highlighting innovative technologies with high operational relevance and commercialization potential. - 4:00 PM to 4:30 PM – Awards & Distinguished Speakers
Technical Focus Area Awards will recognize top-performing technologies as evaluated by DoD representatives, industry leaders, and subject matter experts. Distinguished Showcase Alley companies will also be recognized for exceptional innovation and engagement throughout the event. - 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM – Networking Social
Attendee Registration Information
Pre registration is strongly encouraged.
Limited on site registration will be available with proper identification.
Questions? Contact:
- Linda Larsen – llarsen@polaristeam.org
- Taylor Greene – tgreene@polaristeam.org