A Strategic Alliance for
Maritime Innovation and Sustainability
who we are
Washington Maritime Blue is building the leadership, infrastructure, and global connections to scale an equitable and sustainable Blue Economy that fosters thriving communities and a healthy economy and planet.
Joint Innovation Projects
Platform for collaborative R&D projects, Joint Industry Projects (JIP), teaming for grant opportunities. Drive to commercialization.
Startup Ventures
Maritime Blue’s accelerator and incubator programs connect entrepreneurs building novel maritime and ocean solutions to diverse sources of capital, industry mentors, and critical business resources.
Access to Capital
Conduit for public and private funding opportunities, supports the development of a privately capitalized fund for innovation.
Knowledge Sharing
Networking and strengthening of the knowledge base: Host workshops, provide market data, cooperation with authorities, develop new technology and knowledge, across member expertise.
Workforce Development
Enable the workforce of the future through coordination, funding, and public forums. Fostering internships, apprenticeships and business engagement for a diverse and inclusive future of the maritime workforce.
Global Engagement
Maritime Blue is growing a regional center of excellence in the Pacific Northwest with the ultimate strategy of scaling this model to high-potential regions and tech sectors across the United States and internationally.
