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Yunji Announces First Half 2026 Unaudited Financial Results
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HANGZHOU, China, Aug. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Yunji Inc. (“Yunji” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: YJ), a leading membership-based social e-commerce platform, today announced its unaudited financial results for the half year ended June 30, 2026[1].
First Half 2026 Highlights
Total revenues in the first half of 2026 were RMB96.3 million (US$14.2 million), compared with RMB158.3 million in the same period of 2025. The change was primarily due to soft consumer spending, together with the Company’s continued efforts to upgrade its platform role, refine its focus on private label products and optimize its selection of suppliers and merchants.Repeat purchase rate[2] in the twelve months ended June 30, 2026 was 69.15%.
Mr. Shanglue Xiao, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Yunji, said, “In the first half of 2026, we remained firmly committed to our strategic positioning as a leader in organic healthy living, advancing our dual-engine strategy centered on products and user experience even as the consumer environment in China stayed challenging. Our 12-month repeat purchase rate of 69.15% reflects the continued strength of our member relationships, and validates our decision to discontinue relationships with certain third-party merchants whose offerings did not meet our enhanced product standards. While this may have affected near-term revenue, it further sharpened our merchandise mix in support of our private label and organic health priorities. We remain confident in our long-term strategy and our path toward improved operating efficiency and profitability.”
“Even as we navigated a softer market environment in the first half of 2026, our solid financial position enabled us to maintain discipline over our controllable costs, with net loss narrowing to RMB72.4 million from RMB100.7 million in the same period of 2025. As of June 30, 2026, we maintained a solid liquidity position of RMB242.1 million in cash and cash equivalents, restricted cash, and short-term investments, and we remain focused on improving our operating margin as we work toward sustainable long-term profitability,” said Ms. Nan Song, Senior Financial Director of Yunji.
First Half 2026 Unaudited Financial Results
Total revenues were RMB96.3 million (US$14.2 million), compared with RMB158.3 million in the same period of 2025. The change was primarily due to soft consumer spending, together with the Company’s continued efforts to upgrade its platform role, refine its focus on private label products and its selection of suppliers and merchants.
Revenues from sales of merchandise were RMB82.5 million (US$12.2 million), compared with RMB131.7 million in the same period of 2025.Revenues from the marketplace business were RMB13.7 million (US$2.0 million), compared with RMB24.5 million in the same period of 2025.Other revenues were RMB0.1 million (US$0.02 million), compared with RMB2.1 million in the same period of 2025.
Total cost of revenues decreased by 31.9% to RMB56.8 million (US$8.4 million), or 59.0% of total revenues, from RMB83.5 million, or 52.7% of total revenues, in the same period of 2025. Total cost of revenues, which mainly comprises the costs related to the sales of merchandise, decreased in the first half of 2026. Our cost of revenues as a percentage of total revenues increased in the given period, as we derecognized less incentive payables to inactive members[3] , which carries no associated cost of revenue, compared with the same period of 2025. Revenues and cost of revenues are recognized on a gross basis.
Total operating expenses decreased by 38.8% to RMB109.7 million (US$16.2 million) from RMB179.4 million in the same period of 2025.
Fulfilment expenses decreased by 49.8% to RMB10.3 million (US$1.5 million), or 10.7% of total revenues, from RMB20.6 million, or 13.0% of total revenues, in the same period of 2025. The decrease was primarily due to (i) reduced warehousing and logistics expenses due to lower merchandise sales, and (ii) reduced personnel costs as a result of staffing structure refinements.Sales and marketing expenses decreased by 21.2% to RMB39.5 million (US$5.8 million), or 41.0% of total revenues, from RMB50.1 million, or 31.6% of total revenues, in the same period of 2025. The decrease was primarily due to (i) a decrease in member management fees, and (ii) reduced business promotion expenses.Technology and content expenses decreased by 19.3% to RMB12.4 million (US$1.8 million), or 12.8% of total revenues, from RMB15.3 million, or 9.7% of total revenues, in the same period of 2025. The decrease was primarily due to the reduction in related personnel costs as a result of staffing structure refinements.General and administrative expenses decreased by 49.1% to RMB47.5 million (US$7.1 million), or 49.4% of total revenues, from RMB93.4 million, or 59.0% of total revenues, in the same period of 2025. The decrease was primarily due to a reduction in the allowance for credit losses, partially offset by an impairment charge related to property and equipment.
Loss from operations was RMB69.4 million (US$10.2 million), compared with RMB100.4 million in the same period of 2025.
Financial loss, net was RMB11.0 million (US$1.6 million), compared with financial income, net of RMB3.9 million in the same period of 2025, primarily due to a decrease in the fair value changes of equity securities investments.
Net loss was RMB72.4 million (US$10.7 million), compared with RMB100.7 million in the same period of 2025.
Adjusted net loss (non-GAAP)[4] was RMB72.3 million (US$10.7 million), compared with RMB100.5 million in the same period of 2025.
Basic and diluted net loss per share attributable to ordinary shareholders were both RMB0.04, compared with RMB0.05 in the same period of 2025.
Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures
In evaluating the business, the Company considers and uses adjusted net loss as a supplemental measure to review and assess operating performance. The presentation of this non-GAAP financial measure is not intended to be considered in isolation or as a substitute for the financial information prepared and presented in accordance with U.S. GAAP. The Company defines adjusted net loss as net loss excluding share-based compensation.
The Company presents adjusted net loss because it is used by management to evaluate operating performance and formulate business plans. Adjusted net loss enables management to assess operating performance without considering the impact of share-based compensation recorded under ASC 718, “Compensation-Stock Compensation.” The Company also believes that the use of this non-GAAP measure facilitates investors’ assessment of operating performance.
This non-GAAP financial measure is not defined under U.S. GAAP and is not presented in accordance with U.S. GAAP. The non-GAAP financial measure has limitations as an analytical tool. One of the key limitations of using adjusted net loss is that it does not reflect all items of income and expense that affect the Company’s operations. Share-based compensation has been and may continue to be incurred in Yunji’s business and is not reflected in the presentation of adjusted net loss. Further, this non-GAAP measure may differ from the non-GAAP information used by other companies, including peer companies, and therefore its comparability may be limited.
The Company compensates for these limitations by reconciling the non-GAAP financial measure to the nearest U.S. GAAP performance measure, all of which should be considered when evaluating performance. Yunji encourages investors and others to review its financial information in its entirety and not rely on a single financial measure.
For more information on the non-GAAP financial measures, please see the table captioned “Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Measures to the Most Directly Comparable Financial Measures” set forth at the end of this press release.
Conference Call
The Company will host a conference call on Thursday, August 20, 2026, at 7:30 A.M. Eastern Time or 7:30 P.M. Beijing/Hong Kong Time to discuss its earnings. Listeners may access the call by dialing the following numbers:
International:
1-412-902-4272
United States Toll Free:
1-888-346-8982
Mainland China Toll Free:
4001-201203
Hong Kong Toll Free:
800-905945
Conference ID:
Yunji Inc.
A telephone replay of the call will be available after the conclusion of the conference call for one week.
Dial-in numbers for the replay are as follows:
United States Toll Free
1-855-669-9658
International
1-412-317-0088
Replay Access Code
1320555
Safe Harbor Statements
This announcement contains forward-looking statements. These statements are made under the “safe harbor” provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as “will,” “expects,” “anticipates,” “aims,” “future,” “intends,” “plans,” “believes,” “estimates,” “confident,” “potential,” “continue” or other similar expressions. Among other things, the quotations from management in this announcement, as well as Yunji’s strategic and operational plans, contain forward-looking statements. Yunji may also make written or oral forward-looking statements in its periodic reports to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”), in its annual report to shareholders, in press releases and other written materials and in oral statements made by its officers, directors or employees to third parties. Statements that are not historical facts, including but not limited to statements about Yunji’s beliefs and expectations, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties. A number of factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement, including but not limited to the following: Yunji’s growth strategies; its future business development, results of operations and financial condition; its ability to understand buyer needs and provide products and services to attract and retain buyers; its ability to maintain and enhance the recognition and reputation of its brand; its ability to rely on merchants and third-party logistics service providers to provide delivery services to buyers; its ability to maintain and improve quality control policies and measures; its ability to establish and maintain relationships with merchants; trends and competition in China’s e-commerce market; changes in its revenues and certain cost or expense items; the expected growth of China’s e-commerce market; PRC governmental policies and regulations relating to Yunji’s industry, and general economic and business conditions globally and in China and assumptions underlying or related to any of the foregoing. Further information regarding these and other risks is included in Yunji’s filings with the SEC. All information provided in this press release and in the attachments is as of the date of this press release, and Yunji undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statement, except as required under applicable law.
About Yunji Inc.
Yunji Inc. is a leading social e-commerce platform in China that has pioneered a unique, membership-based model to leverage the power of social interactions. The Company’s e-commerce platform offers high-quality products at attractive prices across a wide variety of categories catering to the day-to-day needs of Chinese consumers. In addition, the Company uses advanced technologies including big data and artificial intelligence to optimize user experience and incentivize members to promote the platform as well as share products with their social contacts. Through deliberate product curation, centralized merchandise sourcing, and efficient supply chain management, Yunji has established itself as a trustworthy e-commerce platform with high-quality products and exclusive membership benefits, including discounted prices.
For more information, please visit https://investor.yunjiglobal.com/.
Investor Relations Contact
Yunji Inc.
Investor Relations
Email: Yunji.IR@icrinc.com
Phone: +1 (646) 224-6957
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Email: Yunji.IR@icrinc.com
Phone: +1 (646) 224-6957
YUNJI INC.
UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(All amounts in thousands, except for share and per share data, unless otherwise noted)
As of
December 31,
2025
June 30,
2026
RMB
RMB
US$
ASSETS
Current Assets
Cash and cash equivalents
109,587
102,767
15,146
Restricted cash
22,770
68,688
10,123
Short-term investments
83,774
70,678
10,417
Accounts receivable, net (Allowance for
credit losses of RMB32,843 and
RMB32,726, respectively)
3,856
2,567
378
Advance to suppliers
10,178
10,589
1,561
Inventories, net
41,000
27,224
4,012
Amounts due from related parties
225
165
24
Prepaid expenses and other current assets,
net[5] (Allowance for credit losses of
RMB127,226 and RMB127,463,
respectively)
86,142
89,485
13,190
Total current assets
357,532
372,163
54,851
Non-current assets
Property, equipment and software, net[6]
278,726
298,656
44,016
Land use rights, net[6]
170,021
167,813
24,733
Long-term investments
307,956
290,318
42,788
Operating lease right of use assets, net
3,392
2,824
416
Other non-current assets, net (Allowance
for credit losses of RMB7,564 and
RMB5,913, respectively)
92,019
86,695
12,777
Total non-current assets
852,114
846,306
124,730
Total assets
1,209,646
1,218,469
179,581
YUNJI INC.
UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (CONTINUED)
(All amounts in thousands, except for share and per share data, unless otherwise noted)
As of
December 31,
2025
June 30,
2026
RMB
RMB
US$
LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’
EQUITY
Current Liabilities
Accounts payable
48,943
51,168
7,541
Deferred revenue
11,115
17,299
2,550
Incentive payables to members
50,635
52,617
7,755
Member management fees payable
1,604
1,458
215
Other payable and accrued liabilities
96,076
98,075
14,454
Amounts due to related parties
2,836
2,896
427
Short-term borrowings
40,075
121,450
17,900
Operating lease liabilities, current
1,498
1,524
225
Total current liabilities
252,782
346,487
51,067
Non-current liabilities
Operating lease liabilities, non-current
1,606
1,194
176
Other non-current liabilities
19,367
18,650
2,749
Total non-current liabilities
20,973
19,844
2,925
Total liabilities
273,755
366,331
53,992
YUNJI INC.
UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (CONTINUED)
(All amounts in thousands, except for share and per share data, unless otherwise noted)
As of
December 31,
2025
June 30,
2026
RMB
RMB
US$
Shareholders’ equity
Ordinary shares
70
70
10
Less: Treasury stock
(113,334)
(113,334)
(16,703)
Additional paid-in capital
7,328,615
7,328,683
1,080,114
Statutory reserve
16,726
16,726
2,465
Accumulated other comprehensive income
83,996
72,579
10,697
Accumulated deficit
(6,380,841)
(6,453,245)
(951,091)
Total Yunji Inc. shareholders’ equity
935,232
851,479
125,492
Non-controlling interests
659
659
97
Total shareholders’ equity
935,891
852,138
125,589
Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity
1,209,646
1,218,469
179,581
YUNJI INC.
UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE LOSS
(All amounts in thousands, except for share and per share data, unless otherwise noted)
For the Six Months Ended
June 30,
2025
June 30,
2026
RMB
RMB
US$
Revenues:
Sales of merchandise, net
131,735
82,441
12,151
Marketplace revenue
24,463
13,700
2,019
Other revenues
2,132
147
22
Total revenues
158,330
96,288
14,192
Operating cost and expenses:
Cost of revenues
(83,487)
(56,813)
(8,373)
Fulfilment
(20,556)
(10,324)
(1,522)
Sales and marketing
(50,083)
(39,454)
(5,815)
Technology and content
(15,317)
(12,355)
(1,821)
General and administrative
(93,406)
(47,586)
(7,013)
Total operating cost and expenses
(262,849)
(166,532)
(24,544)
Other operating income
4,127
802
118
Loss from operations
(100,392)
(69,442)
(10,234)
Financial income/(expense), net
3,900
(11,031)
(1,626)
Foreign exchange (loss)/gain, net
(1,816)
5,755
848
Other non-operating income,
net
936
266
39
Loss before income tax expense, and
equity in loss of affiliates, net of tax
(97,372)
(74,452)
(10,973)
Income tax expense
(1,975)
(1,791)
(264)
Equity in (loss)/income of affiliates, net of
tax
(1,363)
3,839
566
Net loss
(100,710)
(72,404)
(10,671)
Less: net loss attributable to non-
controlling interests shareholders
–
–
–
Net loss attributable to YUNJI INC.
(100,710)
(72,404)
(10,671)
YUNJI INC.
UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE LOSS (CONTINUED)
(All amounts in thousands, except for share and per share data, unless otherwise noted)
For the Six Months Ended
June 30,
2025
June 30,
2026
RMB
RMB
US$
Net loss attributable to ordinary
shareholders
(100,710)
(72,404)
(10,671)
Net loss
(100,710)
(72,404)
(10,671)
Other comprehensive loss
–
Foreign currency translation
adjustment
(1,649)
(11,417)
(1,683)
Total comprehensive loss
(102,359)
(83,821)
(12,354)
Less: total comprehensive loss
attributable to non-controlling interests
shareholders
–
–
–
Total comprehensive loss attributable
to YUNJI INC.
(102,359)
(83,821)
(12,354)
Net loss attributable to ordinary
shareholders
(100,710)
(72,404)
(10,671)
Weighted average number of ordinary
shares used in computing net loss per
share, basic and diluted
1,970,633,933
1,970,633,933
1,970,633,933
Net loss per share attributable to
ordinary shareholders
Basic
(0.05)
(0.04)
(0.01)
Diluted
(0.05)
(0.04)
(0.01)
YUNJI INC.
NOTES TO UNAUDITED FINANCIAL INFORMATION
(All amounts in thousands, except for share and per share data, unless otherwise noted)
For the Six Months Ended
June 30,
2025
June 30,
2026
RMB
RMB
US$
Share-based compensation expenses
included in:
Technology and content
117
–
–
General and administrative
93
68
10
Fulfilment
(12)
–
–
Sales and marketing
12
–
–
Total
210
68
10
YUNJI INC.
RECONCILIATION OF NON-GAAP MEASURES TO THE MOST DIRECTLY COMPARABLE FINANCIAL
MEASURES
(All amounts in thousands, except for share and per share data, unless otherwise noted)
For the Six Months Ended
June 30,
2025
June 30,
2026
RMB
RMB
US$
Reconciliation of Net Loss to Adjusted
Net Loss:
Net loss
(100,710)
(72,404)
(10,671)
Add: Share-based compensation
210
68
10
Adjusted net loss
(100,500)
(72,336)
(10,661)
[1] This announcement contains translations of certain Renminbi (RMB) amounts into U.S. dollars (US$) at a specified rate solely for the convenience of the reader. Unless otherwise noted, the translation of RMB into US$ has been made at RMB6.7851 to US$1.00, the exchange rate in effect as of June 30, 2026 as set forth in the H.10 statistical release of The Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System.
[2] “Repeat purchase rate” in a given period is calculated as the number of transacting members who purchased not less than twice divided by the total number of transacting members during such period. “Transacting member” in a given period refers to a member who successfully promotes Yunji’s products to generate at least one order or places at least one order on Yunji’s platform, regardless of whether any product in such order is ultimately sold or delivered or whether any product in such order is returned.
[3] The long-aged balances of incentive payables to members were derecognized when the Company’s payable obligations alongside were extinguished, and revenue was recognized accordingly.
[4] Adjusted net loss is a non-GAAP financial measure, which is defined as net loss excluding share-based compensation expense. See “Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Measures to the Most Directly Comparable Financial Measures” set forth at the end of this press release.
[5] As of June 30, 2026, the Company had gross short-term loan receivables of RMB144.4 million, representing principal and accrued interest on loans provided to third-party companies. After deducting an allowance for credit losses of RMB120.7 million, the net carrying amount of RMB23.7 million was included in prepaid expenses and other current assets.
[6] In June 2024, the Company won the bid for a parcel of land located in Xiaoshan District, Hangzhou, China, covering approximately 10 thousand square meters (the “Hangzhou Land Parcel”) and entered into an agreement with the local government to acquire the land use right of the Hangzhou Land Parcel for an aggregate consideration of approximately RMB171.5 million. In July 2024, the Company obtained the certificate of the land use right and carried the land use right at a cost of RMB176.6 million including a tax expense of RMB5.1 million less accumulated amortization and impairment losses, if any. The Company intends to construct a new office building on the Hangzhou Land Parcel to use it as its new headquarters and also lease offices to external parties. The total amount for the land acquisition and office building construction is expected to be approximately RMB600.0 million. The Company intends to fund the land acquisition and building construction through cash on hand and bank financing. As of June 30, 2026, the new office building, comprising two interconnected sections, was under construction. The structural frame of both sections had been topped out.
The Company concluded that impairment indicators existed for certain property and equipment, and performed an impairment assessment in accordance with ASC 360. Based on this impairment assessment, impairment losses of RMB19.2 million were recognized for the six months ended June 30, 2026. Such impairment losses were recorded in the unaudited condensed consolidated statements of comprehensive loss under “General and administrative”, with corresponding reductions in the carrying amounts of the related assets. Management expects to continue to monitor operating performance and market conditions and will reassess impairment indicators as required by U.S. GAAP in subsequent reporting periods.
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Purchases made by Blue Ant will be made on the open market through the facilities of TSX and/or alternative Canadian trading systems, in accordance with applicable TSX and other applicable trading system rules. All SV Shares purchased under the NCIB will be cancelled.
About Blue Ant Media Corporation
Blue Ant (TSX: BAMI) is an international streamer, production studio, advertising sales, and rights-management business. The Company operates a diverse portfolio of free streaming and pay TV channels internationally, including Love Nature, Cottage Life, Smithsonian Channel Canada, BBC Earth Canada, HauntTV, Homeful, and Love Pets, as well as the subscription streaming service MagellanTV. Its studio business produces and distributes a wide range of premium content across key genres for streaming and broadcast platforms worldwide. Blue Ant is headquartered in Toronto, with a presence in Los Angeles, New York, Miami, Singapore, London, Washington, Sydney, Ottawa, and Vancouver.
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This news release contains “forward-looking information” within the meaning of applicable securities laws in Canada.
Forward-looking information may relate to Blue Ant’s future business, financial outlook and anticipated events or results and may include information regarding Blue Ant’s financial position, business strategy, growth strategies, addressable markets, market share, budgets, operations, financial results, taxes, operating environment, business plans and objectives. Particularly, information regarding Blue Ant’s intention to use corporate funds to carry out purchases subject to the NCIB, the number of SV Shares that will be repurchased under the NCIB is forward-looking information. In some cases, forward-looking information can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as “plans”, “targets”, “expects” or “does not expect”, “is expected”, “an opportunity exists”, “budget”, “scheduled”, “estimates”, “outlook”, “financial outlook”, “forecasts”, “projection”, “prospects”, “strategy”, “intends”, “anticipates”, “does not anticipate”, “believes”, or variations of such words and phrases or statements that certain actions, events or results “may”, “could”, “would”, “might”, “will”, “will be taken”, “occur” or “be achieved”. In addition, any statements that refer to expectations, intentions, projections or other characterizations of future events or circumstances contain forward-looking information. Statements containing forward-looking information are not historical facts but instead represent management’s expectations, estimates and projections regarding possible future events or circumstances, and are therefore subject to a variety of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from the future results expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements.
Although the Company believes that the expectations reflected in such forward-looking information and statements are reasonable, such information and statements involve risks and uncertainties. Material factors or assumptions that were applied in formulating the forward-looking information contained herein include, without limitation, assumptions regarding the future price of SV Shares, assumptions regarding the availability of corporate funds to complete purchases under the NCIB, as well as the expectations and beliefs of the Company, and its management and board of directors, as of the date hereof. The Company cautions that the foregoing list of material factors and assumptions is not exhaustive. Many of these assumptions are based on factors and events that are not within its control, and there is no assurance that they will prove correct. Consequently, there can be no assurance that the actual results or developments anticipated by the Company will be realized or, even if substantially realized, that they will have the expected consequences for, or effects on, the Company, its shareholders, or the future results and performance of the Company. For additional information with respect to these and other factors and assumptions underlying the forward-looking statements made in this news release, please refer to the Company’s public filings (including the Company’s most recent annual information form, financial statements and management’s discussion and analysis) which are available on SEDAR+ (www.sedarplus.ca) under the Company’s issuer profile.
Readers, therefore, should not place undue reliance on any such forward-looking statements. The forward-looking information and statements in this news release are based on beliefs and opinions of the Company at the time the statements are made, and there should be no expectation that these forward-looking statements will be updated or supplemented as a result of new information, estimates or opinions, future events or results or otherwise, and the Company disavows and disclaims any obligation to do so except as required by applicable law. Nothing contained herein shall be deemed to be a forecast, projection or estimate of the future financial performance of the Company.
SOURCE Blue Ant Media Corporation
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70+ Maritime and Defense Companies to Test Technologies at BlueTIDE 2026 Next Week
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Selected Companies for Showcase Alley Announced!
NEWPORT, R.I., Aug. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Newport, R.I. — With one week until the 3rd Annual BlueTIDE, Polaris Tech Bridge (formerly 401 Tech Bridge) is excited to announce the companies selected to participate in the event’s Showcase Alley on August 27 at Sail Newport.
Showcase Alley serves as the centerpiece of BlueTIDE’s innovation ecosystem — a dynamic, highly interactive environment where companies bring their technologies to life. Through static displays, live demonstrations, and hands-on engagement, participating organizations will connect directly with decision-makers from the Department of Defense, U.S. Navy, funding organizations, industry leaders, and academic institutions.
The selected organizations represent a diverse cross-section of innovators advancing technologies with applications across defense, maritime, and adjacent industries:
More than a traditional exhibition space, Showcase Alley is designed to accelerate the path from concept to deployment. Companies selected for participation gain a unique platform to highlight capabilities, gather real-time feedback, and spark partnerships that can drive commercialization and mission impact.
“Showcase Alley is where innovation meets opportunity. These companies have developed technologies with tremendous potential, and this event gives them a chance to demonstrate those capabilities, engage directly with government and industry leaders, and build the relationships that can turn promising ideas into deployed solutions. That kind of collaboration is essential to strengthening our innovation ecosystem,” said Matt Watson, Center Director for Polaris.
Participation in Showcase Alley reflects a competitive selection process focused on identifying technologies with strong potential to address real-world challenges and advance critical capabilities. In addition to exhibiting, select companies will also participate in one-on-one government office hours, offering direct engagement with key stakeholders and program representatives.
Growing annually since 2024, BlueTIDE continues to serve as a convening force for innovators, operators, and investors, creating an environment where emerging technologies can gain visibility, build momentum, and move closer to real-world application.
BlueTIDE 2026 will feature 70+ companies. representing 5 countries, through Showcase Alley and the in-water Collaborative Integration Opportunity. To start the day, these previously qualified technologies will be put to work in a mission-driven maritime scenario shaped with input from the Department of Defense. It’s a chance to see how these systems perform when it matters, alongside other technologies, in an environment that reflects real-world conditions.
If you are interested in seeing BlueTIDE for yourself, register today. General admission is free. The schedule for the day is as follows:
Date: August 27, 2026
Location: Sail Newport, 72 Fort Adams Dr, Newport, RI 02840
Agenda
9:00 AM to 1:00 PM – In-Water Collaborative Integration Opportunity 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM – Showcase Alley, Shoreside Demonstrations & Networking2:00 PM to 4:00 PM – BlueTIDE Featured Technology Demonstrations
A series of hand-selected demonstrations highlighting innovative technologies with high operational relevance and commercialization potential.4:00 PM to 4:30 PM – Awards & Distinguished Speakers
Technical Focus Area Awards will recognize top-performing technologies as evaluated by DoD representatives, industry leaders, and subject matter experts. Distinguished Showcase Alley companies will also be recognized for exceptional innovation and engagement throughout the event.4:30 PM to 6:00 PM – Networking Social
For more information about the event, visit www.polaristechbridge.com/bluetide
BlueTIDE Sponsors:
Flagship Sponsor:
Anchor Sponsor:
Navigator Sponsors:
Black Lotus Quantum VenturesMass Clean Energy CenterRhode Island CommerceSystematicTeledyne Marine
Harbor Sponsors:
Bank of AmericaBlue Venture ForumInnovate NewportLando & AnastasiOceantic NetworkSerco
About Polaris Tech Bridge
Polaris Tech Bridge is a nonprofit dedicated to advancing dual-use and blue technology companies in Rhode Island. By connecting innovators with industry, government, and academic partners, Polaris Tech Bridge helps bridge the critical gap between research and commercialization. Through technical assistance and tailored programs, the organization enables companies to overcome barriers, expand into new markets, and access defense and other government contracts. Polaris Tech Bridge is committed to accelerating. innovation, supporting economic growth, and guiding entrepreneurs through the challenges of bringing breakthrough technologies to market. Visit www.polaristechbridge.org for more information.
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