PALMETTO TECH BRIDGE
Based in Charleston, SC, our Palmetto Tech Bridge activates a blend of state-of-the-art industry, entrepreneurial spirit, American historical significance, and proud maritime military tradition that is unique to the Carolinas.
How We Work
The Palmetto Tech Bridge is the next evolution of Naval Information Warfare Center (NIWC) Atlantic’s engagement with leading academic institutions, industry partners, federal labs, and state organizations. Together, we are meeting demands for uninterrupted vigilance, fail-safe cyber security, adaptive response, and engineering excellence.
With off-base facilities across the state, the Palmetto Tech Bridge encourages creative and innovative research, hosts collaborative workshops, and sponsors unique problem-solving events. Drawing on talents from industry and academia, we focus and facilitate an innovative force to meet defense needs and enhance the region’s economic strength.
Focus Areas
We are uniting industry and Naval resources on technology solutions in these key areas.
- Applied AI / ML
- Assured Communications
- Autonomous Systems
- Cyber
- ISR
- LVC Technologies
Meet the leaders who keep our Tech Bridge moving forward
Director, Palmetto Tech Bridge
Erik Gardner
Get In Touch
Connect with our Tech Bridge team to learn more about our work — and more about how we can work together.