There are obstacles when it comes to sharing marine space, infrastructure, and resources in Rhode Island, a recent study found. With the usage of the state’s coastal and offshore waters increasing, University of Rhode Island professor of marine affairs David Bidwell wanted to understand what current and potential marine multi-use opportunities might exist. So he, along with Tiffany Smythe, associate professor of maritime governance at the Coast Guard Academy, and Di Jin, senior scientist at the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution Marine Policy Center, put together focus groups consisting of small-scale business owners from commercial and recreational fisheries, aquaculture, marine educators, and tour boat operators, as well as surfers, kayakers, sailors, and boaters.