News & Media

March 2024

Jamaica eyeing bigger share of US$800-b Japan food market

Mar 8, 2024

JAMAICAN manufacturers are targeting a bigger share of the US$800-billion food and beverage market in Japan.

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Jamaican entities seek slice of Japan’s US$800b food market at FOODEX

Mar 5, 2024

A Jamaican delegation has arrived in Tokyo, Japan, to participate in the 49th International Food and Beverage Exhibition (FOODEX Japan 2024).

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February 2024

JMEA leads delegation to EXPOCOMER 2024

Feb 21, 2024

The Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) is to lead a team of local companies for the upcoming Exposición Comercial Internacional (EXPOCOMER) scheduled to get underway from March 5-7 in Panama.

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JMEA to lead delegation at EXPOCOMER 2024 for LATAM market access

Feb 19, 2024

The Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) took a significant step in bolstering trade relations between Jamaica and Panama with a courtesy visit to the Panamanian Embassy to meet with  Dr Lasford Douglas, Ambassador of the Republic of Panama to Jamaica.

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JMEA, Honey Bun Foundation announce one-year SME Accelerator Programme

Feb 7, 2024

The Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) and the Honey Bun Foundation announced the second iteration of a one-year Small to Medium Enterprises (SME) development programme aimed at stimulating growth in the country’s SME sector.

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Honey Bun Foundation & JMEA sign MoU

Feb 5, 2024

The Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Honey Bun Foundation for the second iteration of a one-year Small to Medium Enterprises development programme.

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International Customs Day & Customs Week 2024

Feb 2, 2024

THE JAMAICA Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) recognises the Jamaica Customs Agency (JCA) as an indispensable and enduring partner in driving progress within the manufacturing and export sectors.

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JMEA makes courtesy call on Japanese ambassador ahead of FOODEX Japan

Feb 1, 2024

The Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) took a significant step towards enhancing economic cooperation and bilateral trade between Jamaica and Japan with a courtesy visit to His Excellency Yasuhiro Atsumi, Japanese Ambassador to Jamaica.

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January 2024

Pepsi and JMEA promote knowledge exchange with ‘Tour and Learn’ initiative

Jan 31, 2024

In a move to promote greater collaboration and knowledge transfer between large enterprises and smaller businesses, the Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) organised the first in a series of visits to the Pepsi Cola Jamaica (PCJ) bottling plant in Kingston.

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Kingston-Tokyo connection grows stronger ahead of FOODEX Japan

Jan 28, 2024

The Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) took a significant step towards enhancing economic cooperation and bilateral trade between Jamaica and Japan with a courtesy visit to Japanese Ambassador Yasuhiro Atsumi.

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Shipping Industry: The year that was (Part 3)

Jan 9, 2024

As we conclude a year marked by both favourable and challenging developments in the maritime sector, the Shipping Industry reviews key stories that influenced shipping and logistics in 2023.

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Editorial | Jamaica in the nuclear club

Jan 2, 2024

Nearly eight months ago, when it emerged that Jamaica was serious about adding nuclear power to its energy mix, this newspaper urged the Holness administration to initiate a robust debate on the idea.

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December 2023

Hot in 2023: Standout personalities in business

Dec 31, 2023

As we bid farewell to 2023, we spotlight a group of exceptional business leaders and entrepreneurs who have not only achieved recognition on local and international stages but have also made significant developments in their respective industries.

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Dom Rep Embassy hosts inaugural Tobacco and Rum Business Forum

Dec 27, 2023

The Embassy of the Dominican Republic in Jamaica marked a significant milestone recently hosting the country’s first Cigar and Rum Business Forum.

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Elizabeth Morgan | Christmas’ contribution to the economy

Dec 12, 2023

For the Church, Christmas is about salvation and the birth of Christ, but there is a business side to it. The celebrations, religious and secular, contribute to economies and are worth studying. In Bethlehem in the West Bank of Palestine this year, the usual hustle and bustle were absent as Christmas was canceled due to […]

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We are concerned

Dec 10, 2023

MEMBERS of Jamaica’s private sector say they are getting increasingly concerned that the border dispute between Guyana and Venezuela could soon start having an impact on companies that are either already doing business in Guyana or those which are only in the planning stages of going after opportunities in that market.

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November 2023

Increased duty-free allowance could negatively affect some businesses – Mahfood

Nov 29, 2023

Immediate past president of the Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters’ Association (JMEA) John Mahfood is concerned that the announced increases in the duty-free allowance limit could have a negative ripple effect on some businesses.

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Hold steady

Nov 22, 2023

THE Bank of Jamaica (BOJ), said it will keep its key policy rate steady at seven per cent for at least the next eight weeks, on concerns that Jamaica’s inflation could move outside of its target range of 4 per cent to 6 per cent over the next 15 months from December 2023 and March […]

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Press-Releases

Jamaican Delegation Arrives in Tokyo for FOODEX Japan: Asia’s Premier Food Trade Show
Mar 5th, 2024

A Jamaican delegation comprising Associated Manufacturers Limited (Walkerswood), Seprod Limited, Jamaican Teas Limited, and Mavis Bank Coffee Factory ....

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JMEA and Honey Bun Foundation Announce One-Year SME Accelerator Programme
Feb 12th, 2024

The Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) and the Honey Bun Foundation have announced the second iteration of a one-year Small to Med....

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Jamaica Strengthens Economic Ties with Courtesy Visit to Japanese Ambassador Ahead of FOODEX Japan
Feb 12th, 2024

The Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) took a significant step towards enhancing economic cooperation and bilateral trade between ....

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Local Manufacturers host Secondary and Tertiary Students for Manufacturers’ Month Tours
Oct 31st, 2023

In celebration of National Manufacturers’ Month 2023, the Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA), in a coordinated effort with five ....

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Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) Celebrates Excellence at the M&E Awards Gala 2023
Oct 6th, 2023

The Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) proudly hosted the much-anticipated M&E Awards Gala on Saturday, September 30, 2023, at....

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35+ Companies Compete in 23 Award Categories for JMEA M&E Awards
Sep 21st, 2023

Nearly 200 guests gathered Tuesday eveningat the BMW ATL Autobahn Showroom for the highly anticipated Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association ....

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Sydney Thwaites Elected as New President of The JMEA for 2023/2024
Sep 20th, 2023

KINGSTON, Jamaica: The Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) is pleased to announce that Sydney Thwaites, Co-founder, and Chief Execu....

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JMEA and IDB Strengthen Collaboration with HEART/ NSTA Trust – National Tool & Engineering Institute to Foster Manufacturing Sector Skills Council
Sep 19th, 2023

On Tuesday, September 19, 2023, the Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) and the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) jointly condu....

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JMEA & JERA PARTNERSHIP
Jun 7th, 2023

The Jamaica Energy Resilience Alliance is Proud to Announce a New Official Alliance Member: the Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association The....

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Safety of Ackee Locally
Mar 17th, 2023

JMEA & JAPA Advises on the Safety and Precautions of Buying and Consuming Ackee Locally Kingston, Jamaica: The Jamaica Manufacturers and Export....

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Participation of the JMEA in the 2023 FOODEX JAPAN Observation Tour
Mar 7th, 2023

JMEA EXPLORES OPPORTUNITIES IN THE JAPANESE FOOD AND BEVERAGE MARKET TOKYO, JAPAN - 07 MARCH 2023: A three-member delegation from the Jamaica Manufac....

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Honey Bun Foundation & JMEA MOU Signing Ceremony
Mar 6th, 2023

JMEA, Honey Bun Foundation sign MOU to empower SMEs Local Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are set to get a big boost by way of an Advisory Commit....

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JMEA-Caribshopper Ceremony
Mar 6th, 2023

JMEA Partners with Caribshopper to Increase Exports for Member Companies The Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) have partnered wi....

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JMEA urges importers to clear shipments at Kingston Freeport Terminal Limited (KFTL)
Jan 24th, 2023

The Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) is echoing the call for local importers to clear shipments being stored at KFTL urgently. T....

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JMEA to Join Ministerial Delegation Visiting Guyana
Jan 20th, 2023

The Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) will be joining the 60-member delegation to Guyana from January 23rd to January 28th. Vice ....

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DHL Partners with JMEA to Offer Support Logistics for Member Companies
Dec 15th, 2022

The Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association have partnered with DHL Jamaica to provide support logistics for JMEA member companies. This initi....

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JMEA tours KFLT to identify solutions to relieve the congestion at the port
Dec 13th, 2022

On Friday, December 9th, 2022 the Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) was invited to tour Kingston Freeport Terminal Limited (KFTL)....

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Expo Jamaica Making a Return April 2023
Oct 21st, 2022

After a two-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, plans are now in high gear for the staging of Expo Jamaica, April 27 – 30 2023.   T....

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21 Awards Won at the JMEA’s Manufacturers and Exporters (M&E) Awards Gala 2022
Oct 8th, 2022

The Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) hosted its 5th annual Manufacturers & Exporters (M&E) Awards Gala in Association wi....

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The Time Is Now for Workplace Vaccine Policies
Oct 11th, 2021

The Time Is Now for Workplace Vaccine Policies Jamaica is at a critical stage in the execution of the vaccination strategy. With over 500,000 doses....

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The Jmea Strongly Disagrees With The Recent Decision Of The Bank Of Jamaica To Increase Deposit Interest Rates By 1 Percentage Point
Oct 6th, 2021

KINGSTON, Jamaica: The JMEA strongly disagrees with the recent decision of the Bank of Jamaica (BOJ) to increase deposit interest rates by 1 percentag....

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JMEA CELEBRATES NATIONAL EXPORTERS’ MONTH 2021
May 5th, 2021

KINGSTON, Jamaica: Supporting the growth of Jamaican exports continues to be a crucial mandate for the Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association....

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Regional Private Sector Response To St. Vincent And Grenadines Crisis
Apr 10th, 2021

The CARICOM Private Sector Organization (CPSO) together with the Caribbean Manufacturers’ Association (CMA), representatives of the private sector t....

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Redesigning The Roles Of Your Talents To Be Future-ready
Mar 25th, 2021

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Ppp Training 4- Sustainable Packaging Across The Supply Chain
Mar 25th, 2021

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Live Webinar on launch of SS 661: 2020 Specification for clean and green urban farms – Agriculture
Mar 25th, 2021

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Packaging Partnership Conference – Sustainable Packaging for Our Shared Future
Mar 25th, 2021

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JMEA SIGNS MOU WITH AGRO INVESTMENT CORPORATION (AIC)
Mar 18th, 2021

KINGSTON, Jamaica: The Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA), on Monday, May 17, 2021, officially signed a Memorandum of Understandin....

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Removal Of Customs Administrative Fee On Exports Valued At Less Than Us$500
Mar 11th, 2021

KINGSTON, Jamaica: The Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) commends the Government on accepting our proposal to remove the Customs ....

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JMEA IMPLORES THE GOVERNMENT TO AWAIT THE CONDUCT OF A COMPREHENSIVE CARICOM ASSESSMENT ON FRONT OF PACKAGE LABELLING (FOPL)
Mar 1st, 2021

KINGSTON, Jamaica: The Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) is wholly committed to supporting measures that effectively address Non-....

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EXPORT MAX III LAUNCHES BIG/BRO BIG SISTER MENTORSHIP PROGRAMME
Feb 25th, 2021

KINGSTON, Jamaica: In keeping with its mission of guiding local MSMEs on the path of becoming export-ready, Export Max III on Thursday, February 25, 2....

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JMEA’s Statement on the Government’s Recent Adjustment of the Curfew Hours
Feb 12th, 2021

KINGSTON, Jamaica: The JMEA recognizes that in the wake of the dramatic spike in positive COVID-19 cases and the higher positivity rate; there is a cl....

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Private Sector Partners With Mohw To Boost Vaccination Deployment
Jan 27th, 2021

Kingston, Jamaica – As Jamaica commences the deployment of the vaccination programme aimed at achieving the long term health security of our nation,....

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JMEA IMPLORES THE GOJ TO ENSURE LEVEL PLAYING FIELD IN IMPLEMENTING ENVIRONMENTAL POLICIE
Jan 27th, 2021

KINGSTON, Jamaica: The Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) fully supports and is committed to playing its part in the efforts to pu....

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JMEA IMPLORES THE GOJ TO ENSURE LEVEL PLAYING FIELD IN IMPLENTING ENVIRONMENTAL POLICIES
Jan 27th, 2021

KINGSTON, Jamaica: The Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) fully supports and is committed to playing its part in the efforts.......

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