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

• ​12 Startup Stations:

• ​ Six maritime innovators + six 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.