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US Olympic ceremonial outfit gets some help from Maine manufacturers
Updated: December 16, 2024Two Maine manufacturers played a big role in creating Team USA apparel for the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Updated: December 16, 2024
BIW is building a workforce via apprenticeships, other initiatives
December 11, 2024Bath Iron Works’ ability to be a major driver in the state’s manufacturing economy depends on attracting, training and retaining workers. Paid training programs and child care, housing and transportation initiative are underway.
December 11, 2024
Maine manufacturers brace for potential tariff turmoil
Updated: December 12, 2024With the threat of looming trade wars, Maine manufacturers — even ones with diversified supply chains — know it won't be business as usual over the next four years.
Updated: December 12, 2024Maine manufacturers keep pace with the times
Updated: December 16, 2024The pace of change since the pandemic has kept Maine businesses on their toes. Manufacturers have been no exception.
Updated: December 16, 2024
Kittery startup awarded producer grant to develop skin care products using kelp
December 11, 2024A value-added producer grant will assist with development of business and marketing plans and ways to efficiently increase production.
December 11, 2024
How Maine employers can find workers amid the ‘silver tsunami’
December 9, 2024The wave of retirement among baby boomers can be an opportunity for employers, writes guest columnist John Lewis.
December 9, 2024
Citing 'fluctuating retail landscape,' LLBean says it will trim up to 75 jobs in Maine
December 9, 2024The Freeport-based manufacturer and retailer plans to lay off between 50 and 75 employees, or between 2% to 3% of its Maine workforce.
December 9, 2024
Craft maker of ‘potions and lotions’ expands with second Kennebec County store
Updated: December 9, 2024Pickle’s Potions and Lotions, which has a flagship store at 130 Main St. in Winthrop, will open a second location at 36 Main St. in Waterville.
Updated: December 9, 2024
Newsworthy people and performances for Dec. 2, 2024
Updated: December 2, 2024A roundup of new hires, promotions and achievements at businesses, nonprofits, health care institutions and professional services firms in Maine.
Updated: December 2, 2024
After growing its skincare business via social media, Portland startup is growing its product line
November 21, 2024With the help of TikTok, Marin Skincare has been building awareness of its lobster-derived lotions and lip treatments. Now the company is expanding its product line, with a holiday theme.
November 21, 2024
Tom’s of Maine says it will remedy mold, bacteria problems found by FDA at Sanford plant
Updated: November 21, 2024The company received an FDA warning citing violations that included the presence of bacteria and mold. Tom's said it has engaged water specialists to evaluate systems and is upgrading the plant.
Updated: November 21, 2024-
Stop posting job descriptions. Sell the opportunity instead
Updated: November 22, 2024Guest columnist John Lewis of Synergy Workforce Solutions offers ideas about how employers can rethink the standard job description.
Updated: November 22, 2024 
Biddeford-based Fiber Materials Inc. to be sold for $165M to NC defense contractor
November 18, 2024The prospective buyer is a global supplier of thermal protection systems and textiles for the aerospace, defense, medical and industrial markets. It has operations at seven U.S. sites, including Maine plants in North Monmouth and Winthrop.
November 18, 2024
French maker of electric boat motors opens first US subsidiary in Portland
Updated: November 18, 2024Electric boat motors are becoming popular in Maine and beyond. Temo has partnered with marine dealers in the state, and now work is underway to expand and hire in Portland and Scarborough.
Updated: November 18, 2024
Bath Iron Works — a $2.5B economic driver — now tackling workforce challenges
November 15, 2024Bath Iron Works has doubled its investments in recruiting, training and retaining shipbuilders and is trying to overcome obstacles such as access to child care, transportation and housing.
November 15, 2024
With state pandemic relief funding, 48 Maine tech companies get a job-building boost
November 13, 2024From biofuel to genetic testing to boatbuilding, 48 technology-driven companies received a total of $7 million in state grants to create jobs and strengthen the innovation economy.
November 13, 2024
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