Newfoundland and Labrador welcomes over 28,000 seafarers each year who support key sectors such as offshore energy, fisheries, and international trade. Despite the province’s deep maritime heritage, St. John’s remains the only major Canadian port without a dedicated Seafarers’ Centre. This gap limits access to essential welfare services, rest facilities, and communication support for visiting […]

The proposed project aims to develop advanced materials that can better resist corrosion and damage in marine and offshore environments. These materials will help extend the service life of equipment and structures exposed to harsh seawater conditions, reducing maintenance costs and downtime. By improving durability and reliability, the project will support safer and more efficient […]

Coastal and marine pollution is draining ecosystems and budgets across Canada and beyond, yet we still check shorelines with clipboards or wait for low-resolution satellite passes. The result: blind spots, slow responses, and costly cleanups. COASTAIR flips that script. Our AI-enabled aerial platform pairs agile drones with RGB and hyperspectral cameras to spot, classify, and […]

This project will develop an AI-powered cybersecurity system to help protect important ocean infrastructure, starting with offshore energy systems such as oil and gas, wind and tidal farms. These facilities are becoming a key part of Canada’s clean energy future but are also vulnerable to cyberattacks that could cause costly shutdowns or disruptions. The project […]

We are developing a self-powered ocean-energy system that reduces reliance on conventional batteries by using triboelectric nanogenerators (TENGs) to harvest energy from ocean waves, currents, and wind. Unlike many existing technologies that struggle with low-frequency and unpredictable motion, TENGs are lightweight, low-cost, and highly efficient at capturing irregular, low-frequency energy. With nearly 70 % of […]

Offshore oil rigs play a critical role in Canada’s energy industry, but they rely heavily on diesel generators that are expensive, polluting, and difficult to maintain in remote marine environments. This project explores the development of highly efficient DC–DC converters—advanced electronic devices that improve the way electricity is managed on offshore platforms. These converters make […]

Developing a novel cryo-microfluidic device for ultra-rapid, cryoprotectant-free cell preservation. The project advances prototype design, testing, and market validation to improve biotechnology and regenerative medicine applications in Canada.

Ocean technology companies and research organizations rely on autonomous sensors, buoys, and communication nodes to monitor marine environments and support offshore operations. While these devices provide essential data, their dependence on batteries creates high servicing costs, logistical challenges, and limited deployment lifetimes in harsh marine conditions. Overcoming these limitations is critical for enabling sustainable, long-term […]

The transition to low-carbon ocean economies requires innovative energy solutions for ports and coastal communities, where electrification of ships, ferries, and vehicles is accelerating. Building on prior research in probabilistic EV charging demand forecasting, energy consumption modeling, and emissions analysis, this project proposes a Smart Port Energy and EV Infrastructure Management Platform. The system integrates […]

The project will create a practical toolkit to support immigrant entrepreneurs in developing environmentally focused, community-based businesses. It advances climate action and economic inclusion through circular economy strategies in Newfoundland and Labrador.

The Ispiciwin Project (I???????, the Project) is an outreach and awareness project that explores the way in which we travel in our modern age to promote the progressive transition our society is making towards zero-emission vehicles (ZEV). Ispiciwin (I???????), in nêhiyawêwin, means to travel, and this Project focuses on the journey we are taking as […]

This project aims to address the challenges faced by immigrant professionals in Newfoundland and Labrador when navigating the credential recognition process. By reviewing existing policies, accreditation standards, and successful practices from other provinces, the project will develop clear, actionable strategies to streamline this process. Expertise Hub Cooperative (EHC) will benefit from research-driven recommendations and sector-specific […]