We build smart marine systems that make vessels safer, more efficient, and easier to operate.
Confirmed by founderPollentia is a marine intelligence company building the embedded AI control system and ecosystem for vessels worldwide.At the core is an onboard “brain” and vessel nervous system that connects navigation, propulsion, sensors, and diagnostics into a single real-time intelligence layer. This replaces fragmented systems with full awareness, predictive insight, and system-level control. Our platform combines sensor fusion, predictive diagnostics, and offline-first AI to operate reliably on the vessel, with optional connectivity through a global network for OTA updates, fleet intelligence, and continuous improvement. Pollentia enables manufacturers, fleets, and operators to deploy smarter vessels today, while creating a clear pathway toward autonomy. From individual boats to commercial and government fleets, Pollentia is becoming the intelligence layer powering the future of the ocean.
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Tyler Temple
founder
Alexis Emperador
founder
Lack of intelligent systems: Most vessels still operate with outdated controls, no autonomy assist, and minimal data integration — leaving fleets inefficient and vulnerable. Poor user experience: Marine software and onboard systems are fragmented, clunky, and hard to use. Captains lack real-time insights, predictive diagnostics, or unified system management. Limited customer focus: Unlike mobility on land, marine technology rarely prioritizes the operator’s journey, ease of use, or actionable performance data. Slow industry transformation: Regulations and market demand push for smarter, safer, cleaner operations — yet few companies are leading with AI-driven solutions at scale.
Pollentia is an embedded AI control system and ecosystem that turns boats into intelligent, connected machines. We install a centralized “brain” and vessel nervous system directly into the boat, unifying navigation, propulsion, sensors, and diagnostics into one real-time intelligence layer. This replaces fragmented systems with full awareness, predictive insights, and system-level control. The platform runs locally on the vessel for reliability, with optional connectivity through our global network for OTA updates, fleet intelligence, and continuous improvement. Pollentia starts with assisted operation today and evolves toward autonomy, creating safer, more efficient, and self-learning vessels at scale.
Traction Global Manufacturing & Deployment Pollentia is engaged with 30+ manufacturers across the U.S., Europe, and the Gulf, representing 115+ vessels in various stages of integration, pilot, and production. We currently have 6 active customers, with the first 10 vessels scheduled for deployment in Q1–Q2, marking the initial rollout of Pollentia’s embedded AI Co-Captain system across real-world operations. These deployments establish the foundation for scalable OEM integration and fleet-wide adoption. Infrastructure & Strategic Expansion Pollentia is expanding beyond vessels into full ecosystem infrastructure: Dubai Real Estate Integration: Secured partnership with a major development group to embed Pollentia infrastructure across marina and waterfront projects Phase 1 (2026): Launch of a regional data and operations hub for vessel intelligence, maintenance coordination, and logistics Objective: Build smart marina ecosystems powered by Pollentia OS, enabling predictive maintenance, fleet coordination, and connected operations at scale Media & Market Recognition Pollentia is gaining recognition across global media and industry: Featured in Forbes, Yahoo Tech, and Boat International Recognized across AI, marine, and defense innovation sectors Showcased at major platforms including SXSW Selected into Draper University accelerator (Silicon Valley) Strategic Programs & Partnerships Pollentia operates within a strong network across AI, government, and deep tech: Columbia University – ClimateTech Expertise Network (CEN) NVIDIA (onboard compute + AI architecture) Capital Factory & Station DC (defense + federal innovation) Rapid Ventures (AI + climate scaling strategy) J.P. Morgan (financial strategy and growth support) UAE Royal Family affiliates (Gulf expansion and infrastructure partnerships) Government & Defense Engagement Pollentia is actively engaged in discussions around next-generation shipbuilding and intelligence systems: Direct engagement with U.S. Navy leadership, including the CTO Participation in high-level discussions in Washington, DC and Pentagon-related environments Positioning Pollentia as a core intelligence layer for future maritime infrastructure
Co-Captain has been validated on multiple vessels, both in the lab and live on the water.
A 22-week pilot with a major European cruise shipbuilder is in funding approval on the builder's side
Pollentia has received investment from Forum Ventures. The company has also completed the Draper University founder program and continues to build AI software in two focused areas — vertical AI for specific industry workflows and physical AI for environments that operate in the real world. This article covers what each of those milestones means, what the company is building, and where things are headed.
Featured alongside Palantir and Anduril in a Forbes piece on offline AI, which Yahoo also ran.
Palm Beach, Florida — March 25–29, 2026 — Pollentia, an AI marine technology company building the onboard intelligence layer for vessels, will be on the ground at the Palm Beach Boat Show this week, continuing active discussions with boat owners, OEMs, and industry media as demand grows for smarter, more connected systems on the water.
