The pace of change since the pandemic has kept Maine businesses on their toes. Manufacturers have been no exception.
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The pace of change since the pandemic has kept Maine businesses on their toes. Manufacturers have been no exception.
In this issue, Senior Writer Laurie Schreiber talks to one of Maine’s largest private employers, Bath Iron Works, about training programs and how it is developing skilled workers as senior employees retire. “Bath Iron Works’ ability to be a major driver in the state’s manufacturing economy depends on attracting, training and retaining the workers who make ‘Bath built’ best built,” said Charles Krugh, BIW’s president. See “Bath shipyard is building a workforce,” which starts on Page 16.
In this past summer’s Paris Olympics, Team USA sported outfits designed by Ralph Lauren. Two components of the outfit — the shoes and the belt — were manufactured by Maine companies: Rancourt in Lewiston and Rogue Industries in Standish. Staff Writer Alexis Wells gets the story on how the Maine companies secured the work with the fashion brand. See “Teaming up with Ralph Lauren,” which starts on Page 21.
Our cover story looks ahead to the incoming administration and what Maine manufacturers anticipate in the way of impact from tariffs. It’s a bit of a moving target, but Senior Writer Renee Cordes helps navigate the process Maine companies may face. See “Tariff turmoil,” which starts on Page 12.
Finally, the list of Maine’s largest manufacturers gives an idea of the range of products made here — from ships to lumber to stadium seats to health care swabs. See Page 26.