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Commentary: To thrive, Maine's economy needs to compete
Updated: April 24, 2024Guest columnist Derek Volk, CEO of Volk Packaging Corp., writes that Maine companies are saddled with high costs, greater tax burden and more regulations than more competitive states.
Updated: April 24, 2024
Maine AG sues chemical giant Monsanto for allegedly polluting state's waters with PCBs
April 15, 2024Attorney General Aaron Frey has filed a lawsuit against the company and its successors, claiming Monsanto illegally contaminated Maine wetlands, streams and rivers with the toxic chemicals.
April 15, 2024
Planning advances for redevelopment of former paper mill in Jay
April 11, 2024Development of the former mill, which had an industrial explosion in 2020 and closed last year, will focus on businesses looking to be near forest resources. About 1 million square feet of industrial space will be available.
April 11, 2024
Lewiston-based Geiger makes 2nd acquisition this year
Updated: April 9, 2024The promotional products distributor announced the acquisition of California-based 02 Marketing +Design for an undisclosed amount.
Updated: April 9, 2024
Navy-tech tie-up: Bridgton contractor Howell Labs acquires ODAT Machine in Gorham
Updated: April 8, 2024The addition of the machine shop will help Howell Laboratories expand its footprint in Navy shipbuilding, the company says. With the purchase, it now employs 70 people.
Updated: April 8, 2024
At Brunswick Landing, manufacturer STARC plans to build new plant
Updated: April 4, 2024A new 85,000-square-foot facility will combine manufacturing, administration and inventory, which is now split up between several leases.
Updated: April 4, 2024
Maine companies with global reach honored by MITC
Updated: April 4, 2024Tempshield, a Trenton-based maker of cryogenic gloves and other protective gear, is among the winners of the Maine International Trade Center's 2024 International Trade and Investment Awards.
Updated: April 4, 2024
BIW wins $22.7M contract to continue planning services for Zumwalt destroyers
March 26, 2024If options in the contract are fully executed and funded, the agreement could be worth $343.7 million and run through 2029, Bath Iron Works said.
March 26, 2024
LLBean posts sales dip for 2023 amid retail headwinds, trims employee bonuses
Updated: March 18, 2024After sales fell last year, the Freeport-based company has cut its performance bonus from 13.5% of annual pay to 9%.
Updated: March 18, 2024
'Very rare': Robbins Lumber looks to sell 100-acre Hancock mill for $2.5M
March 15, 2024The listing went live this week and has already garnered inquiries from owner-users and investors. Robbins Lumber acquired the plant last year from Pleasant River Lumber Co.
March 15, 2024
Business Leaders: Bill Seretta leads Fork Food Lab’s expansion, driving Maine’s food sector
Updated: March 18, 2024Under the direction of this 2024 Business Leader of the Year, the food business incubator and shared manufacturing and processing facility, moved to a large facility and is on track to enroll 100 members by June.
Updated: March 18, 2024
Business Leaders: Tanbark, led by Melissa LaCasse, produces sustainable packaging
Updated: March 18, 2024A 2024 Business Leader of the Year, Melissa LaCasse, secured $3.2 million in pre-seed funding and used her skills in distribution, business development and strategic planning to position Tanbark for success.
Updated: March 18, 2024
Business Leaders: Grandy Organics owner Aaron Anker has big plans for the specialty food brand
Updated: March 18, 2024Anker, one of the 2024 Business Leaders of the Year, is overseeing a $2 million expansion at the company’s solar-powered facility in Hiram. The maker of small-batch granola, trail mixes, roasted nuts and cereals has nationwide aspirations.
Updated: March 18, 2024
Business Leaders: At TimberHP, Joshua Henry, Matthew O'Malia drive change in a legacy industry
Updated: March 18, 2024The 2024 Business Leaders of the Year include the two founders of TimberHP, which is bringing a new form of building insulation to the United States and in the process, creating jobs and a healthier planet.
Updated: March 18, 2024
A Look Back: Maine’s business mix in 1994 ranged from defense industry to ‘funky secondhand shops’
Updated: March 18, 2024For its 30th anniversary, Mainebiz looks back at the business climate in 1994, including some businesses that have grown since then.
Updated: March 18, 2024From the Editor: Quotes from the 2024 Mainebiz Business Leaders of the Year
Updated: March 18, 2024Some of the best quotes from the 2024 Mainebiz Business Leaders of the Year.
Updated: March 18, 2024
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