COVE

At COVE, innovation, collaboration, and commercialization converge to drive progress in the marine industry. By connecting pioneering companies, researchers, and entrepreneurs, COVE accelerates solutions to real-world challenges. Our dynamic ecosystem fuels cutting-edge research, builds strategic partnerships, and bridges the path from concept to market, positioning COVE as a launchpad for impactful marine technology. Discover how our unique environment turns ideas into breakthroughs. Visit our website to see how we're shaping the future of marine innovation 🔗 https://coveocean.com/ #MarineTechnology #Innovation #Collaboration #Commercialization #MarineEconomy

In the spotlight at #10 in COVE's #YearInReview: Celebrating industry achievements! 🎉🌊 The global marine industry is rapidly evolving, with #innovation and collaboration shaping its future. COVE, home to a dynamic ecosystem of #MarineTechnology companies, has established itself as a hub for groundbreaking advancements that underscore the growing significance of this sector. In the comments below 👇 explore a selection of success stories from COVE’s resident companies and ecosystem partners. These highlights showcase remarkable contributions to sustainability, safety, and technological progress in the marine industry and represent just a fraction of the incredible on-going achievements. With continued ingenuity and teamwork, COVE resident companies and ecosystem partners are redefining what’s possible, driving a more sustainable, efficient, and advanced future for the global marine sector. Stay informed about the latest innovations, industry milestones, and opportunities shaping marine technology 🔗 https://lnkd.in/evguY5UH

In the spotlight at #9️⃣ in COVE's #YearInReview is: Championing Ocean Digitization and Technical Leadership 🌊🌟 COVE’s #DigitalHarbour initiative is redefining ocean intelligence through cutting-edge technology, #ArtificialIntelligence (AI), and strategic partnerships. By digitizing Halifax Harbour, this ambitious project integrates real-time data from sensors spanning land, sea, air, and space into a unified platform. This transformative effort offers unprecedented insights into marine environments, empowering stakeholders to address complex challenges with precision and foresight. Central to Digital Harbour’s #innovation is its application of AI, which analyzes vast and complex datasets to uncover patterns and correlations traditional methods might overlook. For example, the platform’s ability to monitor E. Coli levels in real-time, combined with live AIS (Automatic Identification System) data, provides actionable insights into potential correlations between vessel activity, weather events, and water quality. Such capabilities not only enhance understanding but also inform preventative measures, fostering safer and more sustainable marine environments. At the heart of Digital Harbour’s success are its strategic partnerships, which bring together expertise from industry, government, and academia. Collaborations with organizations like CarteNav and input from COVE’s Digital Harbour Advisory Committee highlight the power of shared knowledge in advancing ocean data management. These partnerships are essential for developing and implementing innovative solutions that ensure consistency and reliability in data collection and application. Accelerating industry collaboration and innovation with Digital Harbour was the theme at COVE’s November Ocean Connector event. This insightful gathering showcased the project’s potential and emphasized the critical role of industry collaboration in its success. Expert speakers, including Patrick LeClair (COVE), Shayla Fitzsimmons (CIOOS Atlantic), and Chris Whidden (DeepSense/COVE Digital Research Chair), shared perspectives on how the initiative can revolutionize #MarineTechnology. As Digital Harbour progresses, industry involvement is essential. COVE is inviting contributions in several key areas: 🌊 Integration: Collaborate to connect your data or models with the platform. 🌊 Infrastructure: Partner with COVE on data infrastructure projects to bring your initiatives to life. 🌊 Feedback: Join as an early access user in 2025 to help refine the platform. If your company is ready to be part of this groundbreaking initiative, contact us through our website using the subject line “Digital Harbour.” Together, we can transform the future of marine technology. Learn more here 🔗 https://lnkd.in/ebc4gGRk

The December 2024 edition of the COVE Connect #newsletter is LIVE! 🌊 Check out the highlights from COVE’s #YearInReview below and read the complete edition here 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eMZbpfpz COVE Connect keeps you informed with the latest in #marine industry news, events, and updates. Don’t miss out—subscribe on our website today to stay connected and receive future editions directly in your inbox!

Number #8️⃣ in COVE's #YearInReview is all about empowering entrepreneurs! 🌊💡 COVE continues to empower #MarineTech entrepreneurs by fostering #innovation and providing them with the resources, support, and opportunities they need to thrive. Through dynamic events like COVE #DemoDay and Pitch+Roll, COVE provided a platform for the global #MarineSector to showcase their groundbreaking ideas and connect with potential investors, industry experts, and partners. These events not only highlighted the talent within the marine tech sector but also provided a critical bridge between innovation and #commercialization. Demo Day 2024 showcased cutting-edge solutions from local, national, and international companies in COVE’s ecosystem. The event attracted over 500 attendees, including representatives from 58 companies across four countries and six provinces. As Canada’s largest marine technology showcase, it began with a dramatic Search and Rescue demonstration featuring a CH149 Cormorant helicopter, carried out by the Canadian Armed Forces in collaboration with the Halifax Regional Police, Halifax Regional Fire and Emergency, and Dominion Diving. Adding a creative touch, two-spirited artist and graphic designer Jessica Jerome captured the day’s energy and essence through live painting, blending technology and art seamlessly. Demo Day provides entrepreneurs with the opportunity to present their technologies to a diverse audience of investors, industry leaders, and potential collaborators. With a focus on clean energy, sustainable ocean ventures, and marine technology, the event featured innovative products and services designed to tackle pressing global challenges. Demo Day offered a unique platform for these companies to build visibility, foster relationships, and secure opportunities to drive their solutions forward. Pitch+Roll, another key initiative, was a standout in connecting investors and startups. It brought together 10 investors from three countries—Canada, the USA, and France—representing a combined total of CAD 685,200,000 in available funds. These investors, with expertise in sectors such as ocean technology, sustainable innovation, aquaculture, health sciences, clean-tech, and circular business models, provided crucial insights and funding opportunities for early-stage companies. In turn, eight companies from Canada, the USA, and the UK showcased their innovations, covering alternative energy sources, alternative manufacturing, environmental monitoring, maritime safety, and ship inspection. Both Demo Day and Pitch+Roll helped connect #entrepreneurs with the resources, feedback, and funding they need to succeed. COVE continues to empower marine tech leaders by creating valuable opportunities that accelerate innovation, foster growth, and drive sustainable solutions. Stay tuned for more information about Demo Day 2025 and Pitch+Roll 🔗 www.coveocean.com

Advancing marine infrastructure and sustainability holds the number #7️⃣ spot in COVE's #YearInReview! 🌊🚢 COVE’s #MarineTerminal is a hub of innovation and sustainability in the global marine sector. Located along #HalifaxHarbour, it supports marine technologies and vessel operations, fostering collaboration across industries. Spanning 51,000 m², the terminal features two finger piers, a small boat facility, and accommodates commercial, research, and military vessels year-round. With water depths of 15 meters, crane capabilities up to 200 tons, and wharf-side electrical stations with 600 VDC power, it meets the needs of advanced marine operations. Additional amenities like floating docks, high-speed internet, and potable water ensure efficient operations for marine innovators. This year, the terminal demonstrated its global significance during the SailGP races, which marked the sport’s Canadian debut. Ahead of the event, COVE hosted an Ocean Connector session featuring Billy Gooderham, Flight Controller for the Canadian SailGP Team (NorthStar SailGP Team). He offered a behind-the-scenes look at the groundbreaking technology propelling the F50 catamarans—vessels capable of flying above the water at nearly 100 km/h. COVE also engaged with the Emirates Great Britain SailGP Team, to highlight shared goals in climate action, such as reducing emissions in maritime transportation and scaling innovative solutions to accelerate sustainable practices. The terminal was also instrumental during COVE Demo Day, providing essential docking space for a wide range of vessels and facilitated deployment and operations of various technologies. Beyond Demo Day, the terminal hosted a variety of vessels throughout the year, such as research vessels, military ships, electric vessels, and workboats. Many COVE resident companies also rely on the marine terminal regularly to test, maintain, and accelerate their technologies. In November, COVE’s terminal hosted a large-scale security exercise with the Port of Halifax, simulating emergency response scenarios. This exercise, involving multiple organizations, underscored the terminal's role in supporting marine safety and emergency preparedness, ensuring the region remains resilient in the face of potential maritime threats. COVE’s terminal is a vital centre for marine #innovation and collaboration supporting diverse sectors of the #MarineEconomy while advancing sustainable solutions and driving global marine innovation. Learn more about COVE’s Marine Terminal today 🔗 https://lnkd.in/ecg3tQuJ

We are excited to be part of the NATO DIANA network, connecting our dynamic ecosystem with innovators from around the world. This partnership marks a significant step forward in advancing dual-use technologies that will benefit both defence and civilian applications. By fostering collaboration and accelerating technological breakthroughs, we are proud to contribute to shaping the future of global innovation. Exciting times ahead! #DualUse #MarineTechnology #Innovation #Defence

Highlighting #6️⃣ in COVE's #YearInReview: Shaping the Ocean Economy! The 2024 Ocean Enterprise White Paper, released by COVE at the OCEANS 2024 Halifax premier event presented by The Marine Technology Society (MTS) and the IEEE Oceanic Engineering Society, marks a significant milestone in understanding and advancing Canada’s role in the new #BlueEconomy. Focused on the ocean enterprise sector, the white paper series, initiated in 2020 and continued with a follow-up study in 2022, provides detailed insights into the business, technologies, and innovations in ocean observation, marine robotics, and advanced marine sensor technologies. The series offers a clearer understanding of Canada’s ocean enterprise landscape and its trajectory as a global leader in the blue economy. The baseline study provides a comprehensive analysis of Canada’s Ocean Enterprise with those of the United Kingdom and the United States. The 2024 White Paper complements this analysis by documenting key metrics such as revenue, employment, and technological advancements, providing a comprehensive examination of Canada’s ocean enterprise within a global context. According to the 2024 White Paper, the ocean enterprise experienced significant growth, with projected revenues between $1.8 billion and $2 billion. Employment increased by 33% since 2020, reflecting its resilience and potential for sustained growth. Additionally, the White Paper emphasizes the growing adoption of artificial intelligence in marine research and environmental monitoring as a key trend driving innovation in the industry. The report also provides valuable regional insights, showing that areas like Nova Scotia, British Columbia, and Newfoundland and Labrador are at the forefront of Canada’s #MarineTech innovation, housing 75% of the nation’s ocean enterprise companies. This regional focus helps inform targeted strategies to support local #innovation, attract investment, and grow the sector further. By building on the foundation established in previous reports, the 2024 Ocean Enterprise White Paper continues to be an essential tool for stakeholders in offering valuable insights related to the marine sector. It offers a strategic framework for shaping policies, investments, and partnerships growth , positioning Canada as a leader in the global blue economy. As 2024 concludes, the insights from the Ocean Enterprise White Paper highlights a promising future for Canada’s ocean enterprise—one defined by innovation, sustainability, and economic growth. Read the series of Ocean Enterprise White Papers on our website 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dvAS3crd

The number #5️⃣ spot in COVE's 2024 #YearInReview is driving climate solutions 🌊 COVE is at the forefront of tackling #ClimateChallenges through strategic partnerships and providing cutting-edge technology testing. With initiatives like the Carbon to Sea Initiative (C2S) Joint Learning Opportunity (JLO) and groundbreaking solutions such as the Stella Maris Testing Solution and Digital Harbour, COVE is driving innovation and sustainability in the marine sector. COVE teamed up with C2S, a global philanthropic leader in ocean-based #CarbonDioxide removal, to launch a JLO to explore how marine technologies can mitigate climate change. This initiative focuses on research into methods like #OceanAlkalinityEnhancement, bridging the financial and logistical gaps that often hinder scientific progress. By bringing together academic, philanthropic, and private sector expertise, this partnership positions #Halifax as a hub for climate solutions and plays a key role in reducing emissions and striving for net-negative outcomes. COVE’s Stella Maris Testing Solution further amplifies its impact, providing an adaptable subsea testbed that accelerates the commercialization of marine technologies. Equipped with sensors, hydrophones, and other technologies, Stella Maris offers valuable real-time data to support climate tech innovations and monitor ocean conditions. This platform is essential for advancing environmental protection efforts, offering precise data for developing technologies aimed at mitigating climate change impacts. Funding opportunities for Canadian start-ups and small to medium size enterprises to utilize the Stella Maris Testing Solution may be available. Visit COVE’s website and fill out the form to inquire. Building on the foundation of the Stella Maris Testing Solution, COVE's Digital Harbour initiative integrates digital technologies to monitor and analyze ocean health and environmental changes in real time. By leveraging data collection, sensors in the ocean, in the air, on land, and via satellite, and digital tools, Digital Harbour enables the development of ocean monitoring systems and sustainable marine practices. This initiative supports the commercialization of climate solutions that address pressing challenges such as ocean acidification and rising sea levels, contributing to the protection of marine ecosystems and promoting sustainable ocean management. Through its innovative partnerships and advanced testing solutions, COVE is not only pushing the boundaries of #MarineTechnology but also making a significant impact in mitigating the effects of climate change. By fostering collaboration across industries, COVE is helping shape a resilient, sustainable future. To learn more about COVE’s work in driving climate solutions, explore the third edition of CONNECT magazine 🔗 https://lnkd.in/ergkuEac

Securing Strategic Investments takes the #4️⃣ spot in COVE's #YearInReview! 🌊🌊 COVE reinforced its position as a leader in #MarineTechnology by driving #innovation through strategic investments, underscoring Canada's dedication to advancing technology and modernizing #defence capabilities. Major milestones included significant funding from the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA - APECA) and the Department of National Defence/Ministère de la défense nationale (DND) and the hub’s integration into NATO’s Defence Innovation Accelerator for the North Atlantic (NATO DIANA) network. COVE secured over $3.1 million in funding to support groundbreaking projects. A $586,807 investment from ACOA launched Phase 2 of the Digital Harbour Initiative, enhancing real-time data collection with an integrated sensor network. This technology supports critical decision-making in logistics, security, and lifesaving operations. Additionally, $2.6 million from DND and ACOA funded the vessel tracking challenge. This initiative provides small- and medium-sized enterprises access to underwater acoustic sensors in Halifax Harbour to develop innovative tools for vessel detection and classification. These projects align with Canada’s goals for maritime surveillance and defence modernization, addressing evolving security challenges. COVE’s achievements in 2024 underscore the power of strategic investments by driving innovation in marine technology and enhancing global defence capabilities. With a focus on transformative change, COVE is well-positioned to support Canada’s growing marine sector while addressing global security and sustainability challenges. Learn more about COVE’s international collaboration and strategic investments here 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eya6DBqp