Wade Merritt

Four Maine organizations have been recognized by the Maine International Trade Center for their work to increase exports, innovation and investment in the state.

The head of the Manufacturers Association of Maine, speaking at a Mainebiz forum earlier this week, suggested targeting future workers as early as fourth grade.

Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences is an East Boothbay nonprofit research institute focused on global ocean health.

Maine’s Democratic governor, joined by peers from five other Northeastern states, extended the invitation to premiers of six Canadian provinces.

For businesses on both sides of the border, there will be different strategies, including investments in workforce training and productivity.

Some old industries demonstrate how to innovate and stay relevant amid change and how to be resilient amid challenges, experts at Trade Day said.

Tempshield, 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.

Since 2020, over 60 small businesses in Maine have received financial assistance to support their international exporting, resulting in $6.9 million in sales.