News & Media

December 2022

DHL Partners with JMEA to Offer Support Logistics for Member Companies

Dec 15, 2022

The Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association have partnered with DHL Jamaica to provide support logistics for JMEA member companies. This initiative was launched Tuesday, December 13th, 2022 at DHL’s headoffice, 19 Haining Road, Kingston Jamaica. Under this established partnership, JMEA member companies will have access to special discounted rates provided by DHL. The Country Manager […]

The Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association have partnered with DHL Jamaica to provide suppo....

Metry Seaga elected PSOJ president

Dec 15, 2022

Metry Seaga, Chief Executive Officer of JFP Limited, was today elected the 21st President of the Private Sector Organisation of Jamaica (PSOJ) at a council meeting held at the PSOJ’s offices on Hope Road, St Andrew. Seaga succeeds Keith Duncan, who demits office after serving three terms – 2020-2022.

Metry Seaga, Chief Executive Officer of JFP Limited, was today elected the 21st President of the Pr....

JMEA tours KFLT to identify solutions to relieve the congestion at the port

Dec 13, 2022

On Friday, December 9th, 2022 the Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) was invited to tour Kingston Freeport Terminal Limited (KFTL) following discussions about the congestion at the Port of Kingston. For several months, there has been increased displeasure and disappointment within the productive sector caused by the severe backlogs in the clearance of goods. […]

On Friday, December 9th, 2022 the Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) was invited....

Caribbean Industrial Systems raises J$100m corporate bond as part of growth strategy

Dec 9, 2022

“We have grown our revenues each year since 2019 by more than 10 per cent annually,” said Caribbean Industrial Systems (CIS) founder and CEO, Andre Hutchinson. CIS has benefited from the boom in construction since the pandemic and from diversifying its business model into the tools sales, and rental business, on Shortwood Road, Kingston, the […]

“We have grown our revenues each year since 2019 by more than 10 per cent annually,” said Caribb....

DBJ secures two more support partners for IGNITE

Dec 7, 2022

The Development Bank of Jamaica, DBJ, has engaged two new partners – Kingston Creative and TBR Lab – as business services intermediaries, BSIs, to channel grant funds to micro and small enterprises.

The Development Bank of Jamaica, DBJ, has engaged two new partners – Kingston Creative and TBR Lab....

Targeting competitiveness

Dec 7, 2022

WITH Jamaica consistently losing workers to foreign countries, we ask the question this week: For those employers who earn hard currency or have markets abroad, what might be the return on investment if they offer wages that are competitive with those paid in the Cayman, the US and Canada?

WITH Jamaica consistently losing workers to foreign countries, we ask the question this week: For th....

Pandohie: Bring back death penalty

Dec 4, 2022

Richard Pandohie harbours no doubt that Jamaicans have the capacity to blaze a trail on any world stage and in any field, even when not given the best of starts. For decades, his fellow countrymen have been tapping into their creativity and harnessing the power of that Jamaican drive to establish global dominance, influence and […]

Richard Pandohie harbours no doubt that Jamaicans have the capacity to blaze a trail on any world st....

Business community split on back-to-back SOEs

Nov 28, 2022

President of the Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) John Mahfood has indicated that he would not support the Government implementing back-to-back 14-day states of emergency (SOE) to circumvent opposition resistance. Like Deputy…

President of the Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) John Mahfood has indicated t....

20TH Shirley Playfair Lecture on December 1

Nov 28, 2022

The Fair Trading Commission (FTC) will host the 20th staging of its flagship public education initiative, the Shirley Playfair Lecture, on Thursday, December 1. It will be held at the Terra Nova All-Suite Hotel in Kingston from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. President of the Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA), John Mahfood, will deliver […]

The Fair Trading Commission (FTC) will host the 20th staging of its flagship public education initia....

Tourism Food Supply Safe – Minister Bartlett

Nov 25, 2022

Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, says that Jamaica’s tourism food supply remains safe, hygienic and of high quality. He gave the assurance while addressing the launch of the Tourism Enhancement Fund (TEF) Agricultural Suppliers Food Safety Manual at Devon House in St. Andrew on Wednesday (November 22). The manual sets out procedures that adhere […]

Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, says that Jamaica’s tourism food supply remains safe, h....

Business groups push Opposition to extend SOEs

Nov 25, 2022

Fifteen private-sector groups are urging the parliamentary Opposition to support extension of the states of emergency (SOEs) until January 14. The Senate will meet to consider the matter on Friday following approval of the resolution in the House of Representatives on Tuesday. However, it will require an affirmative vote by at least one opposition senator […]

Fifteen private-sector groups are urging the parliamentary Opposition to support extension of the st....

Private sector and civil society groups urge support for SOE

Nov 25, 2022

KINGSTON, Jamaica, Nov 25, CMC – Jamaica’s private sector and civil society groups say they are in support of the moves by the government to extend the until January 14 next year, states of emergencies (SOEs) in seven parishes amid concerns that the opposition would not be supportive of the measure in the Senate. Parliament […]

KINGSTON, Jamaica, Nov 25, CMC – Jamaica’s private sector and civil society groups say they are....

Statement from Private Sector and Civil Society Groups on Extension of SOES

Nov 24, 2022

On November 25th, 2022, the Senate will debate the extension of the States of Public Emergency (SOEs) until January 14, 2023, in the select parishes where SOEs were declared on November 15, 2023. This broad-based grouping of Private Sector and Civil Society supports the extension of the SOE and urges the Senate to pass the […]

On November 25th, 2022, the Senate will debate the extension of the States of Public Emergency (SOEs....

Supreme Chemicals eyes stock market listing

Nov 23, 2022

AFTER 50 years of operations Supreme Chemicals Limited, manufacturers and distributors of the popular Bunny’s pharmaceutical products, is looking to further grow it’s footprint, eyeing plans to list on the Junior Market of the Jamaica Stock Exchange (JSE) within the next few years. General manager for Supreme Chemicals Ian Taylor, speaking with the Jamaica Observer […]

AFTER 50 years of operations Supreme Chemicals Limited, manufacturers and distributors of the popula....

Private sector wage survey shows mixed results

Nov 23, 2022

The Private Sector Organisation of Jamaica (PSOJ) last week completed a “wage increase” survey on behalf of the Jamaica Observer that seeks to determine the factors affecting the ability of companies to raise employee income and the forces pushing others to meet the demand for higher employee remuneration. The PSOJ, headquartered in the Kingston Metropolitan […]

The Private Sector Organisation of Jamaica (PSOJ) last week completed a "wage increase" survey on be....

Business Social

Nov 23, 2022

Trade, export, exhibitors, and buyers were some of the buzzwords heard during the media launch of Expo Jamaica 2023 Friday last. Held in the form of a corporate mingle at the BMW ATL Autobahn showroom in New Kingston, the Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA)-hosted event saw the convergence of government officials, sponsors, representatives of […]

Trade, export, exhibitors, and buyers were some of the buzzwords heard during the media launch of Ex....

Saving brave face can’t save our people

Nov 20, 2022

There are certain strategies people in power or those responsible for the well-being of others employ. These strategies are echoed in every sphere of society as they simply make it way easier for us to perform our duties as elected or assumed leaders. One of the most important duties we have is to reassure those […]

There are certain strategies people in power or those responsible for the well-being of others emplo....

VM CEO touts impressive wins as company marks 144th anniversary

Nov 15, 2022

Courtney Campbell, Group President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the VM Group said that the organisation continues its active drive to transform the lives of its members and clients, adding that the notable wins achieved so far in 2022, are just a hint of what’s to come. Campbell was speaking at the Boulevard Baptist […]

Courtney Campbell, Group President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the VM Group said that the o....

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 ....

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....

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 ....

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....

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....

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....

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....

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....

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....

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....

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....

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 ....

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....

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)....

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....

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....

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....

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....

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....

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....

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....

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 ....

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-....

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....

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....

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,....

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....

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.......

News & Media

December 2022

DHL Partners with JMEA to Offer Support Logistics for Member Companies

Metry Seaga elected PSOJ president

JMEA tours KFLT to identify solutions to relieve the congestion at the port

Caribbean Industrial Systems raises J$100m corporate bond as part of growth strategy

DBJ secures two more support partners for IGNITE

Targeting competitiveness

Pandohie: Bring back death penalty

November 2022

Business community split on back-to-back SOEs

20TH Shirley Playfair Lecture on December 1

Tourism Food Supply Safe – Minister Bartlett

Business groups push Opposition to extend SOEs

Private sector and civil society groups urge support for SOE

Statement from Private Sector and Civil Society Groups on Extension of SOES

Supreme Chemicals eyes stock market listing

Private sector wage survey shows mixed results

Business Social

Saving brave face can’t save our people

VM CEO touts impressive wins as company marks 144th anniversary

Press-Releases

Local Manufacturers host Secondary and Tertiary Students for Manufacturers’ Month Tours

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

35+ Companies Compete in 23 Award Categories for JMEA M&E Awards

Sydney Thwaites Elected as New President of The JMEA for 2023/2024

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

JMEA & JERA PARTNERSHIP

Safety of Ackee Locally

Participation of the JMEA in the 2023 FOODEX JAPAN Observation Tour

Honey Bun Foundation & JMEA MOU Signing Ceremony

JMEA-Caribshopper Ceremony

JMEA urges importers to clear shipments at Kingston Freeport Terminal Limited (KFTL)

JMEA to Join Ministerial Delegation Visiting Guyana

DHL Partners with JMEA to Offer Support Logistics for Member Companies

JMEA tours KFLT to identify solutions to relieve the congestion at the port

Expo Jamaica Making a Return April 2023

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

The Time Is Now for Workplace Vaccine Policies

The Jmea Strongly Disagrees With The Recent Decision Of The Bank Of Jamaica To Increase Deposit Interest Rates By 1 Percentage Point

JMEA CELEBRATES NATIONAL EXPORTERS’ MONTH 2021

Regional Private Sector Response To St. Vincent And Grenadines Crisis

Redesigning The Roles Of Your Talents To Be Future-ready

Ppp Training 4- Sustainable Packaging Across The Supply Chain

Live Webinar on launch of SS 661: 2020 Specification for clean and green urban farms – Agriculture

Packaging Partnership Conference – Sustainable Packaging for Our Shared Future

JMEA SIGNS MOU WITH AGRO INVESTMENT CORPORATION (AIC)

Removal Of Customs Administrative Fee On Exports Valued At Less Than Us$500

JMEA IMPLORES THE GOVERNMENT TO AWAIT THE CONDUCT OF A COMPREHENSIVE CARICOM ASSESSMENT ON FRONT OF PACKAGE LABELLING (FOPL)

EXPORT MAX III LAUNCHES BIG/BRO BIG SISTER MENTORSHIP PROGRAMME

JMEA’s Statement on the Government’s Recent Adjustment of the Curfew Hours

Private Sector Partners With Mohw To Boost Vaccination Deployment

JMEA IMPLORES THE GOJ TO ENSURE LEVEL PLAYING FIELD IN IMPLEMENTING ENVIRONMENTAL POLICIE

JMEA IMPLORES THE GOJ TO ENSURE LEVEL PLAYING FIELD IN IMPLENTING ENVIRONMENTAL POLICIES