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About Propel: An Ocean Innovation Acceleration program
Propel is a six-month accelerator for ocean, marine and maritime technology ventures with validated solutions that are preparing for growth, industry pilots or capital raising.
Many of the technologies we support also attract strong interest from government and defence customers, opening a further pathway to revenue and scale alongside commercial markets.
Support includes customer acquisition strategy, pilot structuring, procurement engagement, partnership development and investor readiness.
The Propel program is designed to increase the speed and probability of commercial traction while ensuring alignment with industry and regulatory requirements.
Categories
Propel is focused on ventures building across these seven categories, reflecting where Western Australia's ocean and maritime industries have the strongest commercial pull right now. If your technology fits one of these areas, we want to hear from you regardless of how you'd typically describe what you build.
Autonomous & Unmanned Systems
Startups building robots, drones and autonomous vehicles that work in, on or under the ocean
Port & Coastal Infrastructure
Startups making ports, harbours and coastlines smarter, safer and more efficient
Underwater & Subsea Technologies
Startups solving problems beneath the surface — inspection, sensing, communication and mapping
Propulsion & Energy System
Startups powering the next generation of vessels with cleaner, smarter energy systems
AI, Data & Decision Support
Startups using data and AI to help maritime operators see more clearly and decide faster
Logistics, Sustainment & Supply Chain
Startups keeping fleets running, supply chains moving and offshore operations on schedule
Oceanography & Environmental Monitoring
Staratups turning ocean data into intelligence that operators, regulators and researchers can act on
Benefits
Investor Introductions
Warm introductions to a curated network of Australian and international investors actively looking at ocean and maritime technology.
Customer Introductions
Direct connections to industry partners and potential customers across ports, subsea operations, autonomous systems, ocean data and maritime logistics
1:1 mentoring
Monthly sessions with a WA-based mentor matched to your technology, market and stage of growth.
Expert Masterclasses
Access to domain specialists across autonomous systems, subsea technology, port infrastructure, ocean monitoring, vessel propulsion and maritime logistics.
Industry & investor showcases
Two public showcase events during the program to demonstrate progress, attract capital and build industry relationships.
Export market access
Supported pathways into international markets — connecting ventures to global buyers, partners and ecosystems beyond Australia.
Ongoing alumni support
Access to the BEIP WA community, network and resources beyond the six months of the program.
Timeline
Applications Open
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Applications Close
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Program Start
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Final Showcase
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