Priority sectors

Key Industries

Use industry fit to connect your project to Ampersand Island's economic development priorities before applying in NavGrant.

Illustrated Ampersand Island key industries including tourism, maritime logistics, technology, and alternative energy

Economic focus

Industry details

These priority sectors help applicants explain why a project matters to the island economy and which program path fits best.

Illustrated Tourism industry on Ampersand Island

Tourism

Tourism supports lodging, dining, retail, events, and visitor services.

  • Visitor spending and seasonality
  • Local hiring and vendors
  • Hospitality and experience fit
Illustrated Maritime & Logistics industry on Ampersand Island

Maritime & Logistics

Maritime and logistics projects keep goods, equipment, and waterfront services moving.

  • Docks, freight, and storage
  • Marine services and suppliers
  • Workforce training needs
Illustrated Technology industry on Ampersand Island

Technology

Technology projects bring software, research, product development, and technical services into the island economy.

  • Technical hiring
  • Research and product work
  • Cross-sector services
Illustrated Alternative Energy industry on Ampersand Island

Alternative Energy

Alternative energy projects support resilient infrastructure and clean island growth.

  • Renewable generation and storage
  • Resilient infrastructure
  • Clean technology jobs

Build around priority sectors

Use key industry fit to choose the right district, strengthen your relocation case, and pick the right incentive program.