KINGSTON, R.I., Nov. 2 -- The University of Rhode Island issued the following news release:

KINGSTON, R.I. - Nov. 2, 2026 - The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Ocean Exploration Cooperative Institute, based at the URI Narragansett Bay Campus, hosted an underwater systems and autonomy showcase with two blue technology companies, Sonardyne and Voyis, in early October.

The two-day event brought together oceanographers, ocean engineers, industry experts, and other participants to share knowledge about advances in subsea technology and explore new possibilities for ocean exploration and monitoring.

Showcase participants listened to talks from researchers using Sonardyne and Voyis technologies in the field. (URI Photo/Alex Deci...