WHAT: A celebration of transatlantic collaboration in ocean tech, marine research, and conservation.

Leaders from Rhode Island and the UK will discuss shared priorities and emerging opportunities in the blue economy, followed by a networking reception with policymakers, academic and industry leaders from both sides of the Atlantic.

WHEN: Thursday, February 12, 2026, 5-7 PM EST

• Panel discussion: 5:00–5:45 PM
• Reception: 5:45–7:00 PM

WHERE: Fascitelli Center for Advanced Engineering, University of Rhode Island, 2 East Alumni Avenue, Kingston, RI 02881

TO RSVP: Contact Alec Scicchitano, Alec.Scicchitano@fcdo.gov.uk, (857) 204-9153, or Neil Nachbar, neil_nachbar@uri.edu, (401) 874-4946