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October 2023

Call to enact article 238 of Economic Partnership Agreement

Oct 12, 2023

The Bahamas says regional countries should implement article 238 of the Economic Partnership Agreement with the European Union that would allow for the same concession when trading between Caribbean Forum countries. Director of Trade and Industry, Brickell Pinder, told a visiting Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association trade mission, that the regional private sector should advocate […]

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The Bahamas Hosts JMEA Companies with a Goal to Increase Trade in the Caribbean

Oct 12, 2023

ASSAU, The Bahamas — The Bahamas is hosting several Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) companies following a trade and business fact-finding mission by representatives from the Small Business Development Centre (SBDC), The Bahamas Trade Commission and The Bahamas Chamber of Commerce in March 2023 to that country with a goal to increasing trade throughout […]

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Government initiates project aimed at attracting food manufacturers

Oct 11, 2023

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The government has initiated a project that would allow companies within and outside the region to set up shop and manufacture goods primarily for export to North America and for local consumption, according to the Bahamas’ Ambassador to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) Winston Pinnock.

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The government has initiated a project that would allow companies within and out....

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The Bahamas Hosts JMEA Companies with a Goal to Increase Trade in the Caribbean

Oct 11, 2023

The Bahamas is hosting several Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) companies following a trade and business fact-finding mission by representatives from the Small Business Development Centre (SBDC), The Bahamas Trade Commission and The Bahamas Chamber of Commerce in March 2023 to that country with a goal to increasing trade throughout the Caribbean.

The Bahamas is hosting several Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) companies foll....

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The Bahamas Hosts JMEA Companies with a Goal to Increase Trade in the Caribbean

Oct 10, 2023

NASSAU, The Bahamas — The Bahamas is hosting several Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) companies following a trade and business fact-finding mission by representatives from the Small Business Development Centre (SBDC), The Bahamas Trade Commission and The Bahamas Chamber of Commerce in March 2023 to that country with a goal to increasing trade throughout […]

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Seprod is Governor General’s Manufacturer of the Year

Oct 10, 2023

Seprod, a prominent name in the manufacturing and distribution industry, proudly accepted the coveted Governor General’s Award for Manufacturer of the Year at the prestigious Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association Awards (JMEA) ceremony held on Saturday, September 30. The JMEA Awards, renowned for celebrating outstanding achievements within Jamaica’s manufacturing and export industries, attracted top industry […]

Seprod, a prominent name in the manufacturing and distribution industry, proudly accepted the covete....

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Honouring excellence in local manufacturing and export

Oct 6, 2023

The Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) honoured the best in manufacturing and export at the much-anticipated M&E Awards Gala last Saturday (September 30). The grand event at the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel was a celebration of excellence and innovation in the local manufacturing and export sectors. The M&E Awards Gala is an annual highlight on […]

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Something Extra

Oct 6, 2023

The Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) recently hosted its Manufacturers and Exporters (M&E) Awards Gala at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in St Andrew. The celebration acknowledged the outstanding accomplishments of the nation’s distinguished manufacturers and exporters who have played a pivotal role in Jamaica’s economic growth. A total of 23 exceptional companies and outstanding […]

The Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) recently hosted its Manufacturers and Exp....

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Friday, October 6, 2023

Oct 6, 2023

People love to hear “Thank you for your hard work.” Those six words can make anyone feel valued and appreciated. The Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) Manufacturers and Exporters (M&E) Awards is built on this premise. The annual event is the association’s way of lauding members for their outstanding successes while championing Brand Jamaica.

People love to hear "Thank you for your hard work." Those six words can make anyone feel valued and ....

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Plan To Attend: Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association Mission | Oct. 2023

Oct 6, 2023

Engage with like-minded professionals, and explore avenues for growth in an environment for generating sales and leads. Join The Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association as they collectively embark on a journey towards new possibilities and collaborations. The Trade Expo will be held at the Blue Marlin Ballroom (Courtyard Marriott, West Bay Street) on Tuesday, October […]

Engage with like-minded professionals, and explore avenues for growth in an environment for generati....

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The Style Issue, October 5, 2023

Oct 5, 2023

A highlight of the annual Jamaica Manufacturers & Exporters Association (JMEA) Manufacturers and Exporters (M&E) Awards is always the attendees who support local designers and vie for the coveted Best Dressed Male and Female awards. Copping the awards has become a rite of passage of sorts, with contestants upping the ante each year to not […]

A highlight of the annual Jamaica Manufacturers & Exporters Association (JMEA) Manufacturers and....

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J. Wray & Nephew triumphs at JMEA Awards, claiming top exporter titles

Oct 5, 2023

J. Wray & Nephew Limited, triumphed against several other major players in the domestic manufacturing industry and emerged as the big winner at this year’s Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) awards. The yearly prestigious event, held last Saturday (September 30), celebrated Jamaican excellence in manufacturing and exportation, and J. Wray & Nephew Limited proudly […]

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J Wray & Nephew scores big at JMEA awards

Oct 5, 2023

Wray & Nephew Limited last Saturday triumphed against several other major players in the manufacturing and exporting sectors and emerged as the big winner at this year’s Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) Awards. The yearly prestigious event, which celebrated Jamaican excellence in manufacturing and exportation, saw J Wray & Nephew Limited proudly securing two […]

Wray & Nephew Limited last Saturday triumphed against several other major players in the manufac....

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JMEA celebrates excellence at the M&E Awards Gala 2023

Oct 5, 2023

The Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) proudly hosted the much-anticipated M&E Awards Gala on Saturday, September 30, 2023, at the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel in Kingston. This grand event was a celebration of excellence and innovation in Jamaica’s manufacturing and export sectors. The M&E Awards Gala is an annual highlight on the calendar of the […]

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023

Oct 4, 2023

Page 2 is back at the Jamaica Pegasus where hundreds gathered last Saturday for the Jamaica Manufacturers & Exporters Association (JMEA) Manufacturers and Exporters (M&E) Awards. The occasion allowed the association to celebrate the outstanding successes achieved by its members. A total of 23 awards were handed out, and of those, four — The Icon […]

Page 2 is back at the Jamaica Pegasus where hundreds gathered last Saturday for the Jamaica Manufact....

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023

Oct 3, 2023

The year 2022 was another succesful story for the manufacturing industry with a nine per cent contribution to the GDP and a 33.1 per cent increase in exports! These remarkable results were among those celebrated on Saturday, September 30 as representatives from several companies and notable individuals in the field vied for 23 awards at […]

The year 2022 was another succesful story for the manufacturing industry with a nine per cent contri....

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Oct 2, 2023

The Wisynco Group reigned supreme at the just concluded Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) awards ceremony coming out the biggest winner of the night. The White Marl-based Wisynco copped three awards at the ceremony held Saturday night (September 30) at the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel. They won the National Certification Body of Jamaica awards for […]

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September 2023

JMEA, IDB partner with HEART to close manufacturing skills gap

Sep 25, 2023

The Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) and the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) have partnered with the HEART/ NSTA Trust – National Tool and Engineering Institute to establish the Manufacturing Sector Skills Council (MSSC). The initiative aims to address skills gaps and shortages by offering a wider array of industry-specific training programs to meet the […]

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Press-Releases

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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