Projects

We advance our mission across all our commitments through a variety of projects designed to serve and support our stakeholders. Search and explore hundreds of projects to learn more about our on-the-ground impacts in the Gulf of Maine and beyond.

Scallop Aquaculture Initiative

In January 2021, the Gulf of Maine Research Institute, the University of Maine, and Coastal Enterprises, Inc. convened to form the Scallop Aquaculture Initiative (SAI), …
Fishery Improvement Projects

Fishery improvement projects (FIPs) use the power of the private sector to drive changes in a fishery. These projects are a unique example of seafood …
Science Communication Training

We've launched a world-class, joint science communication training program in partnership with the University of Southern Maine. The program teaches undergraduate students how to effectively …
BlueTech Boost Incubator Program

The BlueTech Boost program is a 10-week incubator designed to assist early-stage startup founders in overcoming challenges and achieving milestones.
Blue w(AI)ve Accelerator

The Blue wAIve program is the first-of-its-kind 16-week accelerator based out of Maine. We focus on early-stage companies leveraging artificial intelligence in ocean-based solutions.
Sustainable Seafood Consultation

GMRI offers consultation to businesses committed to responsible seafood sourcing but that have yet to implement a robust sourcing policy. With a perspective on global …
Blue Economy Innovation Corridor

We are combining the technical expertise of GMRI with business formation and support services to forge a pathway for Blue Economy entrepreneurs and start ups, …
New England Marine Monitoring

New England Marine Monitoring is an electronic monitoring (EM) services company that provides video review, on-vessel technical support, and program design service to New England …
True Fin: Premium Gulf of Maine Seafood

True Fin was founded to realize the maximum potential for seafood from the New England region.