JMEA, IDB partner with National Tool & Engineering Institute to establish manufacturing skills council

In what is being hailed as a first step towards the establishment of a manufacturing sector skills council, the Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) and Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) jointly conducted a courtesy visit to the Ashenheim Road-based National Tool & Engineering Institute last Tuesday (September 19). The council is a visionary initiative driven […]

In what is being hailed as a first step towards the establishment of a manufacturing sector skills c....

JMEA establishes Skills Advisory Council

The Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association [JMEA] has established a Skills Advisory Council. The stated aim is to help the agency develop a better understanding of the talent needed for its member enterprises, and the kind of support they need. Kamesha Turner Blake, the JMEA’s Executive Director, expressed her excitement at this development, characterising it […]

The Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association [JMEA] has established a Skills Advisory Council....

No new plans’

NCOMING president of Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association Sydney Thwaites drove home a message of consistency and continuity in advancing his vision for the business lobby group during his tenure over the next year. Thwaites, who is the co-founder and CEO of Lubricating Specialties Company Jamaica Limited, was elected to the presidency of the JMEA […]

NCOMING president of Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association Sydney Thwaites drove home a me....

PSOJ, JMEA condemn shooting of Integrity Commission director

The Private Sector Organisation of Jamaica (PSOJ) and the Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) have joined several groups in condemning the shooting of a director of the Integrity Commission on Thursday, September 21. The director was reportedly shot in the car park of the Integrity Commission’s offices located in New Kingston.

The Private Sector Organisation of Jamaica (PSOJ) and the Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Associ....

Calls renewed for tighter security after IC director shot

Ryan Evans, a director at the Integrity Commission (IC), was shot in the car park near the agency’s offices in New Kingston on Thursday morning after men on a motorcycle accosted him and stole his briefcase. Deputy Commissioner of Police Fitz Bailey said preliminary investigations have suggested that robbery was the motive.

Ryan Evans, a director at the Integrity Commission (IC), was shot in the car park near the agency’....

Sydney Thwaites elected new JMEA president

Sydney Thwaites has been elected new leader of the Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA), replacing outgoing two-term president John Mahfood. Thwaites’ appointment was a unanimous decision was yesterday’s (September 20) during its annual general meeting (AGM) held at the National Commercial Bank (NCB) Sports Complex.  

Sydney Thwaites has been elected new leader of the Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (....

SPEAKER MUST GO!

PRESSURE IS mounting on Speaker of the House of Representatives Marisa Dalrymple-Philibert to step aside as the presiding officer in the Lower House until the eight charges she is facing are dealt with by a court of law. The charges relate to breaches of the Parliament (Integrity of Members) Act and the Integrity Commission Act.

PRESSURE IS mounting on Speaker of the House of Representatives Marisa Dalrymple-Philibert to step a....

JMEA Elects New Executive Team

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Sydney Thwaites is the new JMEA President

he Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) is pleased to announce that Sydney Thwaites, Co-founder, and Chief Executive Officer of Lubricating Specialties Company Jamaica has been elected the new President of the Association. He will serve in the capacity for the period 2023/2024. The unanimous decision was made earlier today during the association’s annual general […]

he Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) is pleased to announce that Sydney Thwaite....

Sydney Thwaites elected new JMEA president

Sydney Thwaites, co-founder and chief executive officer of Lubricating Specialties Company Jamaica, is the new president of the Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA). He will serve in the capacity for the period 2023-2024. The unanimous decision was made today during the association’s annual general meeting held at the National Commercial Bank (NCB) Sports Complex.

Sydney Thwaites, co-founder and chief executive officer of Lubricating Specialties Company Jamaica, ....

Sydney Thwaites elected president of JMEA

Sydney Thwaites has been elected as the new president of the Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA). He replaces John Mahfood, who served as president of the organisation for two terms, running from 2021 to 2023. Mr. Mahfood is CEO of Jamaican Teas. Mr. Thwaites, the president-elect, is the outgoing deputy president of the JMEA.

Sydney Thwaites has been elected as the new president of the Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Ass....

JMEA to elect new president

The Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) will today elect a new president to replace John Mahfood who has served the organisation for the last two years. At the entity’s annual general meeting to be held in Kingston at NCB’s Phoenix Avenue sports club, members will cast their votes for the next president who is […]

The Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) will today elect a new president to repla....

National Rums of Jamaica and CEO nominated for top JMEA M&E Awards.

Kingston, Jamaica: National Rums of Jamaica (NRJ), a prominent producer and exporter of premium Jamaican rums, along with its CEO Martha Miller, were honoured with prestigious nomination certificates at the Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) M&E Awards Nomination Cocktail which was held at the BMW Showroom   The event, attended by professionals from various […]

Kingston, Jamaica: National Rums of Jamaica (NRJ), a prominent producer and exporter of premiu....

35+ companies compete in 23 categories for JMEA M&E awards

Nearly 200 guests at the ATL Autobahn showroom for the highly anticipated Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) M&E awards, nomination event. Recognition was given to 35 companies and 14 outstanding individuals vying for 23 awards. The JMEA M&E awards nomination event brought together industry leaders, stakeholders, and nominees to celebrate the outstanding achievements of […]

Nearly 200 guests at the ATL Autobahn showroom for the highly anticipated Jamaica Manufacturers and ....

More than 30 companies compete for JMEA M&E Awards

Nearly 200 guests gathered Tuesday evening at the BMW ATL Autobahn Showroom for the highly anticipated Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) M&E Awards, Nomination Event. Recognition was given to 35 companies and 14 outstanding individuals vying for 23 awards.

Nearly 200 guests gathered Tuesday evening at the BMW ATL Autobahn Showroom for the highly anticipa....

NRJ and CEO Martha Miller nominated for top JMEA M&E awards

National Rums of Jamaica (NRJ), along with its CEO Martha Miller, were honoured with prestigious nomination certificates at the Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) M&E Awards nomination cocktail which was held at the BMW showroom. The event, attended by professionals from various industries, highlighted the achievements and excellence of Jamaica’s manufacturing and exporting sector.

National Rums of Jamaica (NRJ), along with its CEO Martha Miller, were honoured with prestigious nom....

Red Stripe nominated for seven JMEA, M&E awards

Red Stripe has received seven nominations for the upcoming Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association and Manufacturers and Exporters (JMEA M&E) Awards. The company’s commitment to excellence has garnered nominations across various categories, showcasing its enduring impact on Jamaica’s business landscape. The JMEA M&E Awards banquet will be hosted on Saturday, September 30.

Red Stripe has received seven nominations for the upcoming Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Assoc....

Byles defends comment on large wage increases

Governor of the Bank of Jamaica Richard Byles has sought to clarify his comment cautioning employers against massive wage increases amid backlash from trade unionists and members of the public. Mr. Byles has said a large jump in salaries could have a negative effect on inflation. Speaking Thursday on Radio Jamaica’s Beyond the Headlines, the […]

Governor of the Bank of Jamaica Richard Byles has sought to clarify his comment cautioning employers....