BlueTIDE 2026

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 Applications are due by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on 22 May 2026.

• 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. Apply now.
• 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.)

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, BlueTIDE is built for you.

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

• 9:00 AM – Exhibitor Setup
• 10:30 AM – Attendee Registration Opens
• 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM – In-Water Demonstrations, Showcase Engagement, Networking
• 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM – 1:1 Government Office Hours (Companies identified through selection process)
• 4:00 – 4:30 PM – Awards & Distinguished Speakers
• 4:30 – 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 | 401.418.0600
• Taylor Greene – tgreene@polaristeam.org | 401.744.6091