News & Media

August 2023

Business groups call for more gov’t incentives to boost productivity

Aug 24, 2023

The Micro Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Alliance and the Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) are calling for the government to provide more incentives to boost productivity as well as reduce operational costs for businesses. MSME Alliance President Donovan Wignal says the government needs to find ways to incentivise the establishment and expansion of […]

The Micro Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Alliance and the Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters A....

Growth & Jobs | Entrepreneurs in central Jamaica get support at MSME Business Roadshow

Aug 23, 2023

More than 125 micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) accessed business development services at the recently held first staging of the MSME Business Roadshow in Mandeville. The event was hosted by the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce (MIIC) and the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) to strengthen Jamaica’s private sector.

More than 125 micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) accessed business development services at ....

Sauce company 876 Chef Champion’s export ambition

Aug 20, 2023

876 Chef Champion, a company formed in 2020 at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic by entrepreneur and Chef Julian Bartley, is expanding the local distribution of its signature Smoked Herring Dip and Gourmet Barbecue sauce while setting its sights on the international market for these products. 876 Chef Champion is a subsidiary of parent […]

876 Chef Champion, a company formed in 2020 at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic by entrepreneur a....

Industry minister continues export push

Aug 11, 2023

INGSTON, Jamaica – Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator Aubyn Hill, has reiterated the call for the micro, small and medium-sized enterprise (MSME) sector to produce for the overseas market. He said that exporting what we produce is key to becoming a rich nation. “Every entrepreneur must understand that we must export; we must […]

INGSTON, Jamaica - Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator Aubyn Hill, has reiterated....

Businesses urged to tap available export opportunities despite challenges

Aug 9, 2023

The ironing out of some structural infringements and greater sensitisation about processes across various groupings has been cited among the immediate fixes needed to counter Jamaica’s lacklustre export performance for businesses. President of the Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) John Mahfood speaking with the Jamaica Observer said that while some progress has been made […]

The ironing out of some structural infringements and greater sensitisation about processes across va....

Breese McNab joins Carreras

Aug 4, 2023

Imega Breese McNab will be taking up a senior management position at Carreras Limited, starting on Tuesday, August 8. She will become the cigarette trading company’s legal & external affairs manager, a position formerly held by Cammeca Cookhorn, who resigned in May 2022.

Imega Breese McNab will be taking up a senior management position at Carreras Limited, starting on T....

Carreras taps Imega Breese McNab for legal and advocacy initiatives

Aug 3, 2023

Former Executive Director of the Private Sector Organisation of Jamaica (PSOJ), Imega Breese McNab, is set to officially assume her new position at Carreras Limited on Tuesday, August 8. In her new role, Breese McNab will take on the responsibilities of Legal and External Affairs Manager, replacing Cammeca Cookhorn.

Former Executive Director of the Private Sector Organisation of Jamaica (PSOJ), Imega Breese McNab, ....

Indian interests

Aug 2, 2023

A delegation from the Indian Economic Trade Organisation (IETO), led by its president Dr Asif Iqbal, on Friday expressed interest in deepening trade relations between Jamaica and the subcontinent, as well as in increasing knowledge exchange and public-private partnerships. A follow-up to the IETO’s visit in March to attend JMEA/Jampro Expo Jamaica 2023, last week’s […]

A delegation from the Indian Economic Trade Organisation (IETO), led by its president Dr Asif Iqbal,....

Island Products Manufacturing growing despite competition over two decades

Jul 26, 2023

FOR more than 25 years bulk chemical distributor Island Products Manufacturing Limited has kept delivering from its retail outlet on Ken Hill Drive in St Andrew, and has seen tremendous growth despite strong competition. In the late 90s, products like fabric softeners were considered items only people of higher status in society could afford.

FOR more than 25 years bulk chemical distributor Island Products Manufacturing Limited has kept deli....

Growth & Jobs | ‘Christmas in July’ exposing small businesses

Jul 18, 2023

TIMES ARE hard, and so some people have more than one stream of income. This has given rise to a wide variety of cottage industries in Jamaica. For some, their small business is the only source of income. And there are those who are even using their home as ‘factories’, providing jobs for family and […]

TIMES ARE hard, and so some people have more than one stream of income. This has given rise to a wid....

Export woes

Jul 16, 2023

LOCAL small business owners have expressed that they are encountering too many barriers when trying to capitalise on the international export market. On Wednesday, which was the opening day of the 9th staging of the ‘Christmas in July’ trade show, a two-day event held at the AC Hotel Kingston, the Jamaica Observer spoke with a […]

LOCAL small business owners have expressed that they are encountering too many barriers when trying ....

Jamaica Christmas in July Trade Show Fuels Growth and Success

Jul 13, 2023

This special events aids in the ministry’s steadfast commitment to promoting the inclusion and success of small and medium tourism enterprises in the lucrative tourism value chain. Speaking at the opening of the Christmas in July trade show event yesterday, the Minister noted that “The purpose of this showcasing is a fulfillment of government’s policy […]

This special events aids in the ministry’s steadfast commitment to promoting the inclusion and suc....

Mixed views on plan for free movement of citizens within CARICOM

Jul 13, 2023

President of the Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA), John Mahfood, says Jamaica can benefit from the availability of workers from other countries in the region, with the implementation of free movement within CARICOM. Last week, regional Heads of Government agreed to implement free movement for CARICOM nationals by March next year, going beyond the […]

President of the Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA), John Mahfood, says Jamaica ....

Island Products cramped for space

Jul 12, 2023

AT least one manufacturer is pleading for assistance to acquire land space to expand his factory operations. “Right now I can safely say our growth is limited only by space,” said Earl Barry Martin, CEO of Island Products Manufacturing Limited. During a tour of his factory, located along Ken Hill Drive in St Andrew, the […]

AT least one manufacturer is pleading for assistance to acquire land space to expand his factory ope....

Easy Pickins creating avenue for Jamaican produce

Jul 12, 2023

With farmers struggling to find a market for their produce in high and low times the Dawson Trading Company Limited is developing its Easy Pickins brand as one solution to manage the influx of fresh produce during the year. Farmers locally tend to find a central buyer or a group of individuals to sell their […]

With farmers struggling to find a market for their produce in high and low times the Dawson Trading ....

Two-day Christmas in July trade show opens at AC Marriott Hotel

Jul 11, 2023

Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett will deliver the keynote address at today’s official opening of the 9th staging of the annual Christmas in July trade show at the AC Marriott Hotel in New Kingston. The annual initiative encourages the purchase of authentic local products by stakeholders in the tourism sector and corporate Jamaica looking for gifts […]

Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett will deliver the keynote address at today’s official opening of t....

Jamaica’s Tourism Minister announces 175 Small and Medium tourism enterprises to showcase at Christmas in July Trade Show

Jul 11, 2023

KINGSTON, JAMAICA – The stage is set for an early holiday shopping experience as the annual Christmas in July Trade Show prepares to open its doors. Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, announced that 175 small and medium tourism enterprises will participate in this year’s event, showcasing a wide range of authentic Jamaican-made gifts and souvenir […]

KINGSTON, JAMAICA – The stage is set for an early holiday shopping experience as the annual Christ....

FosRich aims to double PVC production

Jul 7, 2023

FOSRICH Group of Companies is looking to expand its PVC production and double its capacity within the next 24 months. During a tour of the 6,000-square-foot production plant in St Andrew on Wednesday, the FosRich team took the Jamaica Observer through the process, from start to finish, of the manufacturing of its PVC pipes.

FOSRICH Group of Companies is looking to expand its PVC production and double its capacity within th....

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

August 2023

Business groups call for more gov’t incentives to boost productivity

Growth & Jobs | Entrepreneurs in central Jamaica get support at MSME Business Roadshow

Sauce company 876 Chef Champion’s export ambition

Industry minister continues export push

Businesses urged to tap available export opportunities despite challenges

Breese McNab joins Carreras

Carreras taps Imega Breese McNab for legal and advocacy initiatives

Indian interests

July 2023

Island Products Manufacturing growing despite competition over two decades

Growth & Jobs | ‘Christmas in July’ exposing small businesses

Export woes

Jamaica Christmas in July Trade Show Fuels Growth and Success

Mixed views on plan for free movement of citizens within CARICOM

Island Products cramped for space

Easy Pickins creating avenue for Jamaican produce

Two-day Christmas in July trade show opens at AC Marriott Hotel

Jamaica’s Tourism Minister announces 175 Small and Medium tourism enterprises to showcase at Christmas in July Trade Show

FosRich aims to double PVC production

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