From traditional industries to cutting-edge innovation, the state’s coastal economy is a dynamic blend of heritage, ingenuity and opportunity. When most people picture New Hampshire’s coast, they think of beaches, seafood and summer tourism. While coastal recreation and tourism are vital — supporting 6,390 jobs and contributing over half a billion dollars to the coastal economy in 2021 — they are only part of the story. It’s a model already proving successful in sectors like advanced manufacturing and biofabrication, and it could be transformative for New Hampshire’s coastal and marine-dependent economy. The next time you think of New Hampshire’s coast, picture more than beaches and seafood.