MISSION MEETS INDUSTRY

AT THE NW TECH BRIDGE TECHNOLOGY SHOWCASE

The future of defense innovation is no longer happening behind closed doors or inside isolated research labs. Increasingly, it is being shaped through direct collaboration between operators, engineers, entrepreneurs, manufacturers, and emerging technology companies working side-by-side to solve real-world mission challenges.

That reality was on full display on May 28th, when the NW Tech Bridge (NWTB), in partnership with the Pacific Northwest Mission Acceleration Center (PNWMAC) and the Pacific Northwest Defense Coalition (PNDC), hosted the NWTB Technology Showcase at the Port of Tacoma.

Through mission-focused briefings, rapid technology pitches, and collaborative discussions, participants explored practical solutions to some of the Navy’s most pressing sustainment, maintenance, workforce development, and readiness needs demonstrating the critical role innovation plays in strengthening the future of naval operations.

FEATURED TECHNOLOGIES

Fifteen companies delivered rapid-fire presentations showcasing technologies aligned with Navy priorities across robotics, artificial intelligence, advanced manufacturing, digital twins, inspection systems, workforce development, and autonomous operations.

Participating companies represented a broad cross-section of the innovation ecosystem, including:

• GrayMatter Robotics: Autonomous sanding, blasting, and digital twin technologies

• Loopr AI: Standardized inspection systems that improve maintenance documentation

• Nakamir: AI-powered workforce training and knowledge capture

• Nereus Systems: Robotics designed for confined maritime environments

SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS

YOUR FEEDBACK HELPS US IMPROVE

As we plan future events and continue our follow-up with companies and government partners, we’d love your feedback. We’ve put together a very short, five-question survey that should take less than four minutes to complete.

Your responses will help us understand what was most valuable, how effectively we framed the problem set, and how we can continue to improve future showcases and engagement opportunities.

If you attended last week, please take a few minutes to complete the survey below.

UPCOMING EVENTS

JOIN US

• June 4 | PNDC Supply Chain Opportunities Conference, Bend, OR

• August 18 | NNSA Innovation Day, Santa Clara, CA

• October 19-25 | Maritime Blue One Ocean Week, Greater Seattle Area

Interested in exploring defense applications for your technology?

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connect with Navy stakeholders, navigate funding opportunities, and identify pathways for technology transition.

Our focus is on supporting collaboration between small and medium-sized businesses, government agencies, academic partners and innovators who are new to working with the Department of the Navy.

Get one-on-one, no cost assistance from our advisors by filling out the Request Assistance form on our website.

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