The Advanced Mobility Technologies Institute (AMTI)—led by MassAutonomy, in partnership with MassDOT Aeronautics and housed at Endicott College—has been awarded $99,990 and designated as a TechHub in Advanced Mobility Technologies through the Massachusetts TechHubs Program.
Launched in 2020 with a focus on next-generation aviation systems and uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS), AMTI has expanded to integrate innovation across air, surface, and maritime systems—advancing a fully multimodal approach to future mobility. This TechHub will support the development of a coordinated regional strategy to strengthen the Commonwealth’s leadership in innovative transportation technologies.
In November, the Healey-Driscoll administration and the Massachusetts Technology Collaborative’s (MassTech) Innovation Institute announced more than $16.3 million and designated 14 regions across Massachusetts as official TechHubs through the TechHubs Program. Created by the Mass Leads Act and administered by MassTech, the TechHubs Program is designed to strengthen regional innovation ecosystems by investing in technology development, high-growth industries and innovative local companies.
Endicott College’s strong entrepreneurial culture makes it a natural partner for MassAutonomy and MassDOT Aeronautics, whose innovation ethos and technical depth align closely with the College’s values. Together, the partners are connecting the North Shore’s educational and industry strengths with Massachusetts’ broader mobility innovation ecosystem—advancing a regional strategy that formalizes collaboration among industry, academia, government, and local communities.
“Massachusetts has always led through innovation, not just in our labs and universities, but through the strength and creativity of our people,” said Governor Maura Healey. “The TechHubs Program reflects our belief that every region should have the opportunity to shape the future of technology and to share in the prosperity it brings. We are glad to deliver this award to Endicott College and look forward to seeing how they will use it to grow their Advanced Mobility Technologies Institute.”
Endicott’s location near key aerospace, marine, and transportation assets—paired with academic strengths in robotics, engineering, computer science, and applied AI—positions it as an ideal convening hub for the region. MassAutonomy’s leadership ensures that regional innovations link directly to statewide and national mobility priorities. This grant will help the team to shape the engagement with stakeholders and key partners, identify applied research areas and finalize a strategic roadmap for mobility technologies which will include workforce development programming and the creation of an Advisory Board.
“This award is a point of pride and an acknowledgement of the great team and partnership we have between MassDOT, MassAutonomy and Endicott College. I congratulate all for their extraordinary efforts in securing this TechHubs grant and thank the Healey-Driscoll Administration for this recognition of the creativity, dedication and forward-thinking approach that defines our values and work every day. This investment will help to build better workforce opportunities for students, strengthen economic development in the region, deepen our collaboration with industry leaders and drive the kind of innovation that keeps our state at the forefront of technology and transportation,” said Interim MassDOT Secretary and MBTA General Manager Phil Eng.
“MassDOT Aeronautics is proud to champion innovation in partnership with MassAutonomy and Endicott College,” added Denise Garcia, Administrator of the Aeronautics Division. “Through this collaboration, we’re shaping the next generation of transportation technologies and ensuring Massachusetts remains a national leader in safe, sustainable, and forward-looking mobility.”
“These partnerships will enable collaborative projects, joint research, and shared resources, setting the stage for a unified regional ecosystem,” said Dr. Jeff DeCarlo, AMTI’s Regional Innovation Officer and CEO of MassAutonomy. Over the next year, AMTI will conduct regional engagement and produce a roadmap by late 2026 to inform infrastructure investments and workforce development.
“We are tremendously proud to be playing a leading academic role in this MassAutonomy-led effort for the North Shore, in partnership with MassDOT Aeronautics,” said Dr. Gene Wong, Dean of the School of Science and Technology. “This is truly an opportunity for students to help build the future of autonomous mobility, and the grant ensures they’ll do so alongside industry, government, and the technology leaders who are defining the field. It means more real-world projects, more pathways into high-demand sectors, and more doors opening to careers that don’t even exist yet.”