Where Sea Meets Sky: Frontier Innovation
Where Sea Meets Sky: Frontier Innovation
A Startup Showcase for Maritime & Space-Tech Innovators
Part of PNW Climate Week
Friday, July 18th, 2025
2:00 PM – 4:30 PM (Showcase setup begins at 1:00 PM)
Hosted by PNDC, delivery partner for Defense Innovation OnRamp Hub: Washington
Presented by: PNDC, Maritime Blue, Space Northwest, WTIA, GEN Space, PNW Climate Week
The Experience
Join us for PNW Climate Week’s boldest tech crossover — where ocean innovation meets orbit, and dual-use startups shaping climate, security, and sustainability take center stage.
This afternoon event features an interactive startup showcase, lightning-fast pitches, partner insights, and strategic networking between the maritime and space-tech ecosystems.
What to Expect
Multiple Startup Stations:
Maritime, Climate and Space-tech startups demo breakthrough technologies at dedicated tables.
Lightning Pitches:
Each startup gets a 2-minute stage pitch — then back to floor for real-time connection and collision.
Partner Spotlights:
Hear from ecosystem-builders and dual-use champions: PNDC, NSIN, Maritime Blue, Space Northwest, WTIA, and GEN Space.
Serious Collisions:
Whether you’re scouting, hiring, pitching, or building — expect conversations that matter.
Ticket Types
Startup Showcase Presenter – $125
Application Required – 12 spots only
Includes:
1 demo table
2-minute pitch
2 event passes
Promotion via partner networks
Post-event Happy Hour invite
Application deadline: July 5
Sponsor / VIP Ticket – $100
Includes:
Early access to the venue (from 1:30 PM)
Networking with founders & partners
Recognition as a sponsor
Invite-only post-event Happy Hour
General Admission – Free
For founders, engineers, operators, investors, researchers, and fans of innovation in sea or sky. Includes full access to pitches, showcases, and networking.
Student / Early Career Pass – Free
Designed for students and young professionals exploring space-tech, maritime, and climate-driven solutions. (edited)
By registering for this event, you agree to share your registration information with the organizers of PNW Climate Week.