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Based in Southampton, the NOC Innovation Hub brings together a diverse community of companies working across ocean industries, fostering collaboration, growth and innovation. Our mission is to support and advance commercial opportunities in the blue economy by creating connections between industry and science.
With a range of membership options to suit your needs, the Innovation Hub is the perfect place to connect, innovate and lead in the evolving ocean economy.
More Information on the Hub
The refurbished Hub re-opened in 2025 following a £200,000 investment. It’s specially designed to be adaptable and multi-functional. The new hub features state-of-the-art meeting, conference and hot desking space, break out rooms and dining zones, traditional office spaces, and cutting-edge soundproof acoustic smart pods over 304 sq m floor space.
Hear from the Head of the Innovation Hub
Through the NOC Innovation Hub, we have created a structured system that de-risks, validates, and scales marine innovation - bridging the gap between cutting-edge science and real-world application. Our purpose is to accelerate the adoption of ocean technologies by providing the environment, expertise, and partnerships needed to turn promising ideas into impactful, investable solutions."
Considering Joining the Innovation Hub?
If you’re working to address the challenges facing the ocean economy, you’ll be hard-pressed to find a better partner than one of the world's top oceanographic institutions: the NOC Innovation Hub.