Blue Tech Talk 1: NautIQ
A dynamic summer series that dives into the cutting edge of ocean innovation by featuring Blue Tech startups in Rhode Island.
Blue Tech Talk 1: NautIQ Technologies
About the Company: NautIQ is a robotics company redefining how the marine industry tackles its toughest, most labor-intensive tasks. We focus on turning heavy, back-breaking work—like sanding, polishing, and surface preparation—into precision-driven, efficient, and data-powered processes.
About the Series:
Blue Tech Talks is a dynamic summer lunch & learn series that dives into the cutting edge of ocean innovation. Hear directly from Blue Tech leaders as they share the stories behind their companies and the breakthrough technologies shaping the Blue Economy —which includes everything from robotics and VR to aquaculture.
Each session goes beyond the tech, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the challenges, insights, and vision driving the Blue Economy forward. Stick around after each talk to connect with founders, ask questions, and spark meaningful conversations.
Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, an investor, or a student interested in Blue Tech careers, Blue Tech Talks is your front-row seat to the innovation happening right here in the Greater Newport Region.
2026 Dates:
- June 2 – NautIQ Technologies
- June 9 – Newport Mussels
- June 16 – Aloft Systems
- June 23 – The Bubbler VR
- June 30 – Polaris Tech Bridge