BlueTech Week: Bridging Gaps

Event Overview

As one of the first ocean and water technologies clusters in the U.S., TMA BlueTech is known for being at the forefront of advancing sustainable and responsible ocean and water technologies through innovation and collaboration. One of the ways we do this is by hosting pioneering events that bring together diverse minds from various sectors and silos to drive technological advancements, both the foreseen and unforeseen.

BlueTech Week is TMA’s annual flagship event. This is not just another large-scale conference; it is a smaller, more intimate event that is known for bringing together highly diverse technologies and knowledge sets with a high concentration of key decision-makers. This aggregation ensures that BlueTech Week offers unparalleled opportunities for highest-quality interactions that lead to positive commercial outcomes.

This year, BlueTech Week is innovating yet again by exploring the powerful intersection between maritime defense, maritime decarbonization, and ocean resilience technologies. We invite you to join us on this groundbreaking journey, which has high positive-impact potential for not only ocean and coastal ecosystem worldwide, but for high-value commercial opportunities in these three sectors as well.

Part 1: BlueTech Summit & Expo (November 18-20)

Theme: Uniting Maritime Defense and Decarbonization

Part 1 of BlueTech Week will delve into the opportunities presented by the cross-section between maritime defense and sustainable shipping. Industry leaders, policymakers, and international collaborators will come together to explore commercial opportunities, policy frameworks, and collaborative initiatives aimed at driving innovation and sustainability in the maritime sector.

Part 2: Ocean Resilience Summit (November 21)

Theme: Integrating Innovation, Science, Investment and Policy for Sustainable Oceans

Part 2 of BlueTech Week will focus on the build-out of the ocean resilience space. This day is all about integrating new technologies, scientific advancements, community action, and policy initiatives. This pivotal day will bring together diverse stakeholders to discuss and drive forward initiatives that enhance the sustainability and resilience of our oceans and coastal ecosystems, with a focus on local impact and global relevance.

Key Highlights of BlueTech Week

• Inspiring Keynote Addresses from Industry Leaders
• Thought-Provoking Panel Discussions on Decarbonization Strategies, Maritime Security, and Ocean Resilience
• Showcase of Innovative Technologies and Solutions
• Networking Opportunities with Global Stakeholders

Host or Publisher TMA BlueTech