COVEocean

COVEocean COVE brings together people, ideas, and resources to propel Canada’s marine technology sector.

COVE – Centre for Ocean Ventures & Entrepreneurship is a collaborative facility for applied innovation in the ocean sector.

🌊 COVE is excited to partner with OffshoreWind4Kids for the 2026 Nova Scotia Floating Wind Challenge! We are inviting po...
09/26/2025

🌊 COVE is excited to partner with OffshoreWind4Kids for the 2026 Nova Scotia Floating Wind Challenge!

We are inviting post-secondary students (18+) enrolled in a Canadian university or college to put their engineering, design, and problem-solving skills to the test by creating a floating support structure for a Vevor 500W wind turbine. This is your chance to apply your knowledge, showcase your innovation, and represent your institution on a national stage.

The challenge takes place in February 2026 in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, at RelyOn Nutec.

Teams of 3–10 students will compete, with the winning team advancing to the global competition in July 2026.

Want to learn more? Join us virtually on October 3 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. ADT for the Challenge Kickoff Information Session to get all the details, hear from industry experts, and ask your questions. Can’t make it to the information session? A recording will be available on our website.

🔹 Register here for the info session: https://coveocean.com/event/floating-wind-challenge-information-session-2/
🔹 Register here for the challenge: https://coveocean.com/workshop/floating-wind-challenge/

This is a unique chance to test your ideas, collaborate with fellow students, and help drive the future of offshore wind innovation.

Special thanks to the RBC Foundation and the Nova Scotia Department of Natural Resources and Energy for supporting the Nova Scotia Floating Wind Challenge.

Nova Scotia Government

09/22/2025

At COVE, innovation doesn’t stop at ideas—it becomes action. We unite industry leaders, researchers, and government partners to transform breakthrough into real-world solutions. By providing access to testing facilities, top talent, and global networks, we help innovators move from concept to commercialization with confidence.

is critical to addressing some of today’s most pressing challenges, from climate resilience to food security and global defence. By supporting companies as they scale, COVE is driving growth in the and ensuring technologies developed have impact around the world.

🌊 Learn more about COVE today: https://coveocean.com/

Don’t miss the latest issue of CONNECT, COVE’s magazine—available online now for a limited time before the Fall edition ...
09/12/2025

Don’t miss the latest issue of CONNECT, COVE’s magazine—available online now for a limited time before the Fall edition launches in time for ! 📖

Explore the people, technologies, and partnerships driving the future of global .

From groundbreaking technologies and inspiring company success stories to the growing impact of events and thought leadership shaping Canada’s , this issue captures the momentum building across COVE’s ecosystem.

🔗 Read the digital edition here: https://coveocean.com/community/ -intro

COVE’s Ocean Connector series has become a cornerstone of Canada’s community—bringing together innovators, researchers...
09/11/2025

COVE’s Ocean Connector series has become a cornerstone of Canada’s community—bringing together innovators, researchers, and industry leaders to spark collaboration, showcase breakthrough technologies, and chart the future of . Our latest explores how these gatherings create the energy and connections that drive the sector forward.

You can be part of that momentum at our next , featuring Candace Smith, Sales Manager for North America at Rockland Scientific, as she takes us beneath the waves to explore the role of in and marine carbon dioxide removal research.

📍 September 18 | 4:00–6:00 PM | COVE

🔗 Read the blog here: https://coveocean.com/news/where-innovation-meets-connection-inside-coves-ocean-connector-events/
🔗 Register today for the upcoming Ocean Connector: https://coveocean.com/event/ocean-connector-ocean-mixing-and-turbulence/

Precise Design Engineering Solutions: A Legacy of Innovation at COVESince setting up shop at COVE in 2018, Precise Desig...
09/09/2025

Precise Design Engineering Solutions: A Legacy of Innovation at COVE

Since setting up shop at COVE in 2018, Precise Design Engineering Solutions has become a trusted collaborator within Atlantic Canada’s marine technology community. Founded by Bruce Stover, the company was built on a simple but powerful idea: to give clients a one-stop experience—where they can walk in with a challenge and walk out with a production-ready solution. From concept and design, to prototyping, testing, and full-scale manufacturing, everything happens under one roof.

Though Precise Design supports a wide range of sectors—from aerospace and defence to oil and gas—it has built particularly strong roots in the marine industry. Whether it’s working with a local start-up build casings for their innovation or helping a global company refine a complex system, the team brings deep expertise and a collaborative spirit to every project. Their work can be as straightforward as designing a custom bracket or as intricate as developing a full-scale piece of automation equipment.

While it’s easy to focus on Precise Design’s impressive manufacturing capabilities—after all, that’s the most visible part of what they do—the company’s strength lies in its complete, end-to-end approach. With multiple full-time designers and thousands of square feet dedicated to prototyping, assembly, and testing, the team supports every stage of development with care and precision. They also offer build-to-print services, often working closely with marine companies that already have in-house design teams but need a trusted partner to manufacture parts at scale.

At the heart of their process is SolidWorks, which allows the team to fully visualize and refine designs before any material is cut. Once designs are finalized, Precise Design uses advanced Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machining and automation to produce high-quality components, whether it’s a single prototype or a full production run.

One of their standout tools is the Mazak Integrex i-400, a high-performance, multi-tasking machine that combines turning, milling, drilling, and tapping in a single setup. With full 5-axis capability, powerful spindles, and a long Y-axis stroke, it handles even the most complex parts with speed and accuracy.

“Being based at COVE has made a real difference,” says Bruce Stover. “With office space and a fully equipped machine shop, including a Mazak Integrex I400 that lets us shape complex parts with incredible precision, we’re easy to find and quick to respond. That accessibility has sparked countless spontaneous conversations and collaborations that simply wouldn’t have happened anywhere else.”

Today, with a growing presence across Atlantic Canada, Precise Design continues to help shape the future of marine technology. Its team remains committed to working side-by-side with clients, turning bold ideas into smart, reliable solutions that are ready for the real world.

COVE is a Systems Engineer to provide technical leadership and systems engineering expertise in advancing and init...
09/08/2025

COVE is a Systems Engineer to provide technical leadership and systems engineering expertise in advancing and initiatives.

This role will lead the design, integration, and ex*****on of complex system-of-systems solutions across marine, digital, and sensor-based platforms. The Systems Engineer will oversee technical architecture, requirements definition, system integration, and verification activities while working closely with project teams, government stakeholders, research institutions, and industry partners.

If you’re ready to play a key role in shaping innovative solutions, scan the QR code or click the link to learn more and apply: 🔗 https://coveocean.com/job-posting/systems-engineer/

Application deadline is Friday, September 19th at 5:00 p.m. ADT.

COVE and Defence Research and Development Canada (DRDC) are advancing vessel monitoring with the Seasonal Vessel Trackin...
08/29/2025

COVE and Defence Research and Development Canada (DRDC) are advancing vessel monitoring with the Seasonal Vessel Tracking (SVT) project.

The initiative combines acoustic sensing with automatic identification systems (AIS), GPS, weather, and oceanographic data to create a year-round system for tracking vessels—even in challenging conditions. By integrating these technologies with secure, automated data processing, SVT is shaping the future of how we understand and manage activity on the water. 🌊

Read more about the project here: https://coveocean.com/news/the-future-of-marine-technology-collaboration-calls-for-critical-rd-infrastructure/

🌊 Upcoming !Ocean mixing and turbulence play a critical role in climate regulation, marine ecosystems, and emerging sol...
08/29/2025

🌊 Upcoming !

Ocean mixing and turbulence play a critical role in climate regulation, marine ecosystems, and emerging solutions like marine carbon dioxide removal (mCDR.) At this Ocean Connector, COVE resident company, Rockland Scientific, will take us beneath the waves to explore how turbulence is measured, why it matters for advancing mCDR research, and the broader applications for understanding our dynamic ocean environment.

📅 September 18 | 4:00–6:00 PM | COVE

Take part in this engaging session while building connections with fellow marine professionals. Register now: 🔗 https://coveocean.com/event/ocean-connector-ocean-mixing-and-turbulence/

A special thank you to our founding partner, Irving Shipbuilding Inc., for their continued support of the Ocean Connector series.

COVE is accelerating innovation in the by connecting companies with the partners, programs, and opportunities they nee...
08/28/2025

COVE is accelerating innovation in the by connecting companies with the partners, programs, and opportunities they need to grow worldwide.

Through strategic partnerships, including the Global Incubator Programme with Innovate UK, a Memorandum of Understanding with Germany, collaborations across Europe, and initiatives with Thales and NATO’s DIANA Accelerator, COVE helps marine companies connect to international networks, facilities, and supply chains. These partnerships are helping transform technologies into market-ready solutions while strengthening the global .

Learn more about how COVE is driving innovation and global industry growth:🔗 https://coveocean.com/news/accelerating-innovation-industry-coves-impact-on-the-marine-sector/

COVE is proud to be featured in the latest issue of Canadian Defence Review Magazine!The is evolving rapidly, and pro...
08/26/2025

COVE is proud to be featured in the latest issue of Canadian Defence Review Magazine!

The is evolving rapidly, and progress depends on collaboration, talent, and innovation at scale. At COVE, we are creating the conditions that make this possible: building a skilled workforce, fostering cross-industry partnerships, engaging directly with end users, and removing barriers to global impact.

In this article, explore how companies are moving from prototype to product through access to deep domain expertise, real-world testing, and connections to buyers.

By linking programs, people, and technologies, COVE is accelerating and helping shape the future of the .

Explore the full article in CDR Magazine to learn more: 🔗 https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/71501063 #/71501063/65

Meet us at the beach! 🏖️Join COVE on Saturday, August 23, at Rainbow Haven Beach for the family-friendly OffshoreWind4Ki...
08/21/2025

Meet us at the beach! 🏖️

Join COVE on Saturday, August 23, at Rainbow Haven Beach for the family-friendly OffshoreWind4Kids Interactive Showcase! This event allows kids to build mini wind turbines and test them in real ocean conditions—a perfect blend of education and fun!

📆 Date: Saturday, August 23, 2025
📍 Location: Rainbow Haven Beach, Cow Bay, Nova Scotia
🕑 Session Times:
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. ADT
1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. ADT

🔗 Click here for more information and to register your family: https://coveocean.com/event/offshorewind4kids-interactive-showcase-rainbow-haven-beach/

A special thank you to our sponsor, RBC Foundation, for making events like this possible.

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