RI Innovation: Electric Seagliders, Sub Contracts, Methane Valves, Manufacturing Boost
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REGENT Craft raised $60M in funding, partnered with Japan Airlines to bring electric seagliders to market. Plans to fly crewed prototype in 2024.
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General Dynamics Electric Boat awarded $967M contract from US Navy to develop Virginia-class submarines. Funds support Quonset shipyard.
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Clarke Valve created Dilating Disk valve to prevent methane leaks from pipelines. Could reduce oil/gas emissions.
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Matt Watson hired as director of Polaris MEP to boost RI's manufacturing and blue economy.
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Jamie Mitri founded Moss Pure for moss art/walls that naturally filter air without maintenance.