BlueTIDE 2026 in Newport, RI
The annual Technology In-Water Demonstration Event, BlueTIDE, is happening on August 27th at Sail Newport in Newport, RI.
BlueTIDE 2026 is designed to accelerate the transition of innovative technologies into defense and commercial applications by providing companies with real-world demonstration opportunities and direct engagement with decision-makers.
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
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 28 May 2026.
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
Ways to Participate & Key Links
Apply to Demonstrate: Participate in the in-water collaborative mission - Collaborative Integration Opportunity
Exhibit: Apply to showcase your technology in Showcase Alley
Register to Attend: Connect with innovators, defense stakeholders, investors, and industry leaders - BlueTIDE 2026 - 401 Tech Bridge
Sponsor: Increase your visibility and support innovation through Sponsorships
Why This Matters
TMA BlueTech continues to champion our members and expand visibility for dual-use technologies at the intersection of maritime defense, infrastructure, and ocean resilience. BlueTIDE is another opportunity to showcase the power of our regional innovation ecosystem on a national stage.
We look forward to seeing you there.