Enhance maritime operations and logistics with smarter solutions.
Leverage sensing, autonomous systems, and tools that bridge intelligence with real-world maritime hardware.
Dive In SAN FRANCISCO · MISSION BAY
High signal.High seas.
Bringing AI to the water’s edge.
A technology incubator, studio, and workspace
for the next wave of maritime founders.
SEAMAPHORE
Blue-sky thinking.
Just add water.
The ocean is full of possibilities. We’re here to help build them.
Your new maritime resource, built for people who see a future in the water. We are dedicated to connecting founders with the necessary resources and a functional waterfront to transform AI and real-world hardware into maritime companies, right here in San Francisco Bay. Whether you are bridging existing hardware with AI-driven functionality, crafting bespoke hardware products, or tackling some of the most challenging problems at sea (or on land and in the air), Seamaphore exists to explore a shared thread: connecting intelligence with the maritime world.
Find your sea legsGain a deeper understanding of the ocean.
Explore technology for comprehending, monitoring, and interacting with the marine environment, encompassing ocean science and biological applications.
Enhance awareness and detection in open water.
Explore a domain encompassing maritime awareness, resilient systems, and real-world autonomy.
Silicon meets
salt water.
Upstairs at San Francisco Boatworks,
Mission Bay, San Francisco
Ideate. Build. Get in the water at the only maritime technology incubator, studio, and workspace located in the last working boatyard in San Francisco. You’ll be in good company as we seek and build out a community of founders, researchers, and maritime operators around ambitious ideas that connect technical curiosity with the practical knowledge of people who love and work on the open water. Seamaphore has all of the amenities, supports teams up to six, and is the perfect place for hacking, prototyping, meetings, demos, content tapings, and events. The yard is fully functional and features multiple docks, custom fabrication, storage, and more.
Workspace
- Dedicated spaces or hot desks
- Kitchen with coffee
- Shower / Washer / Dryer
- Multicam content studio
- Bike storage
- Large conference room
- Ultra-fast Wi-Fi and Ethernet handoffs
- Light fabrication
- Water access
Yard and warehouse
- Storage — gear and vessel
- Custom fabrication
- Water access and lifts
- Maintenance and service
- Chandlery
AI at our doorstep.
Nearby offices · locations approximate
Building
Beyond the Shore
From concept to sea trial
The ocean, which covers 71% of the Earth’s surface, is often considered the final frontier, surpassing even space. Advancements in AI and autonomous platforms are poised to revolutionize underwater communications, submersible robotics, offshore energy, undersea cables, and more.
At Seamaphore, we love everything about the ocean, and when we decided to build something that makes waves, we saw an opportunity to work with others who feel the same way. Those who lean in and embrace both the mystery and opportunity of the sea. In fact, our mantra reflects our acknowledgement that the ocean demands respect, decisive action, and bravery.
The Sea Hates a Coward.
Founders.
With sea legs.
The people behind the signal
GENERAL MANAGERBrand marketer, startup founder, surfer, and angel investor. John, or J-Ro, brings experience working with incubators, accelerators, and venture-backed companies to help founders find their way to market.
OPERATIONS MANAGERA startup founder, professional sailor, and marine project manager. Raced on the 34th America’s Cup, 52 Super Series, and Extreme Sailing Series circuits. Alex is also building Seamaphore’s first studio project, SailScan, a maritime computer vision platform.
TECHNICAL MANAGER — ADVISORYSeamaphore technical advisor. Serial, exited founder based in Washington, DC. Advises on AI technology, computer vision, and machine learning.
Send a signal.
Founders, investors, researchers, and fellow believers in the sea. Let’s explore what we can build.
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